Sarkari Yojana
INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE
About INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE
The Ministry of Education, together with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), runs the “INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE” to raise the quality of engineering education and build a research culture among students. It gives Bachelor’s and Master’s-level engineering students partial travel assistance and registration-fee support to present research papers at international scientific events — conferences, seminars, symposiums, workshops, exhibitions, etc. — encouraging deeper student engagement in research.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry of Education
All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE), And Indian National Academy Of Engineering (INAE)
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be a pre-final or final-year…
The applicant must be a pre-final or final-year B.E./B.Tech or Integrated M.Tech student; or
A first- or second-year M.E./M.Tech student; and
A first- or second-year M.E./M.Tech student; and
Must be studying at an IIT, NIT, a…
Must be studying at an IIT, NIT, a Government-approved Engineering College/Institution (other than AICTE-approved ones), or another recognized university.
Must have a minimum CGPA of 8.0, or…
Must have a minimum CGPA of 8.0, or an equivalent percentage, in the qualifying exam.
Must hold a letter of acceptance to present…
Must hold a letter of acceptance to present a research paper at an international conference, seminar, symposium, workshop, exhibition, or similar event abroad.
Must not have received financial assistance under this…
Must not have received financial assistance under this scheme earlier during the same course of study.
Benefits Provided
INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Financial Support Financial Support for Physical Participation
100% reimbursement of the registration fee
100% reimbursement of the registration fee.
100% reimbursement of the visa fee
100% reimbursement of the visa fee.
50% reimbursement of actual airfare for discounted/concessional tickets,…
50% reimbursement of actual airfare for discounted/concessional tickets, provided the cost isn't claimed elsewhere.
Reimbursement of travel from the institution to the…
Reimbursement of travel from the institution to the nearest airport and back, capped at AC II-Class train fare.
Total assistance per student capped at ₹1,50,000/-
Total assistance per student capped at ₹1,50,000/-. Financial Support for Online Participation
100% reimbursement of the registration fee for presenting…
100% reimbursement of the registration fee for presenting the paper online via video conferencing.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Passport-size photograph
Passport-size photograph.
Letter of Acceptance from the international event's organizers
Letter of Acceptance from the international event's organizers.
Abstract or full text of the research paper
Abstract or full text of the research paper.
A brief note on the research's impact and…
A brief note on the research's impact and expected outcomes.
A student certificate in the prescribed format
A student certificate in the prescribed format.
Endorsement certificate from the Head of Institution
Endorsement certificate from the Head of Institution.
No Objection Certificate(s) from co-author(s), where applicable
No Objection Certificate(s) from co-author(s), where applicable.
Any other supporting documents INAE prescribes
Any other supporting documents INAE prescribes.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process
Procedure to Apply
Complete the prescribed application form and get the Head of Institution's approval.
Email a scanned, signed copy of the application, with all supporting documents, to inaehq@inae.in.
Submit the application at least 10 weeks before the research paper's presentation date.
Ensure every required supporting document is enclosed.
Submission of Claim and Release of Grant
The selected applicant must submit the claim form, in the prescribed format with supporting documents, within one month of the event's conclusion.
Once documents are verified, the approved grant is released in a single instalment.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.