Sarkari Yojana

Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree)

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Quick Summary: The Pragati Scholarship gives girl students in AICTE-approved technical degree programmes ₹50,000 a year toward fees and study costs, for up to 4 years from first-year admission or 3 years via lateral entry. It's capped at two girls per family and requires family income under ₹8 Lakh a year.

About Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree)

Run by AICTE and the MoE, the Pragati Scholarship Scheme supports Girl Students admitted to the 1st or 2nd Year of a technical degree course at an AICTE-approved institution, with a maximum of two girl children per family eligible for its benefits. Support runs for up to 4 years for students admitted in the first year, and up to 3 years for those admitted in the second year through lateral entry. The scheme aims to open doors for young women to pursue higher education and build a successful future, empowering them through knowledge, skill, and self-confidence.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry of Education

Implementing Agency

All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE)

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

01 Jan 2014

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Being a Girl Student is required of the…

Being a Girl Student is required of the applicant.

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The applicant must be pursuing either the First…

The applicant must be pursuing either the First year of the degree course or the Second year of the Degree course through lateral entry.

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The annual income of the family (from all…

The annual income of the family (from all sources) must not exceed ₹ 8,00,000/- per annum during the current financial year.

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All eligible girls (who submit the online scholarship…

All eligible girls (who submit the online scholarship form) from the following 13 Union Territories and North Eastern States, i.e. Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT), Jammu and Kashmir (UT), Ladakh (UT), Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu (UT), Lakshadweep (UT), Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim & Tripura, will be given a scholarship by AICTE.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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A lump sum of ₹ 50,000/- per annum…

A lump sum of ₹ 50,000/- per annum is paid for every year of study — up to 4 years for students admitted in the first year, and up to 3 years for those admitted in the second year via lateral entry — to cover college fees, buying a computer, stationery, books, equipment, software, etc.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A copy of the SSC/10th certificate

A copy of the SSC/10th certificate.

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A copy of the HSC/12th certificate (for Degree…

A copy of the HSC/12th certificate (for Degree level).

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A copy of the ITI certificate (for Lateral…

A copy of the ITI certificate (for Lateral Entry at Diploma level).

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A copy of the Diploma certificate (for Lateral…

A copy of the Diploma certificate (for Lateral Entry at Degree level).

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Bank passbook

Bank passbook.

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Category certificate

Category certificate.

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Aadhaar Card

Aadhaar Card.

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Study certificate (Appendix-I)

Study certificate (Appendix-I).

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Annual family income certificate (Appendix-II)

Annual family income certificate (Appendix-II).

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Parent's declaration (Appendix-III)

Parent's declaration (Appendix-III).

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Bank mandate form (Appendix-IV)

Bank mandate form (Appendix-IV). Download the Appendix from the link .

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2014-01-01

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree) through the online application process outlined below.

New Registration :

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Go to the Registration page of the National…

Go to the Registration page of the National Scholarships Portal.

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Registration guidelines appear; scroll to the bottom, read…

Registration guidelines appear; scroll to the bottom, read the undertaking carefully, accept the Terms, and click "Continue".

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A Registration Form appears (fields marked are compulsory)

A Registration Form appears (fields marked * are compulsory). Fill in the details and click "Register" — your Application ID and password will then display on screen and also arrive via SMS on your registered mobile number. Fresh Application :

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Go to the applicant Login page of the…

Go to the applicant Login page of the National Scholarships Portal and enter your Application ID and password.

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Enter the Captcha and click "Login"

Enter the Captcha and click "Login".

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On the next screen, enter the OTP sent…

On the next screen, enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number, which takes you to the Password Reset screen; set and confirm a new password.

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Click "Submit" to reach the "Applicant's Dashboard"

Click "Submit" to reach the "Applicant's Dashboard".

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From the left pane, click "Application Form"

From the left pane, click "Application Form". Fields marked * are compulsory; fill in the details and upload the documents. Student credentials (caste, educational qualifications, etc.) get verified through the DIGILOCKER facility of MeitY, Govt. of India.

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Click "Save as Draft" to finish later, or…

Click "Save as Draft" to finish later, or "Final Submit" to apply. Track Payment Status : Students can track their payment status via the "Know Your Payment" template on the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) Portal, using their Aadhaar Number, Bank Account number, or NSP Application ID.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible

1. If a candidate failed/drops out in a subsequent year, she will not be eligible for further scholarship.
1. If it is found that the student is in receipt of financial assistance in the shape of scholarship/any emoluments, salary, stipend, etc. from any other source during her course of study in the institute, the scholarship shall be discontinued.
1. If the gap period between the year of passing the qualifying examination and the admission session in a degree course is more than two years.
1. The scholarship is only applicable to a **maximum of two girl children of a family**.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References