The Pragati Scholarship is a great boon for girls who want to study technical courses and build a good career. This initiative, run by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), is designed to support young women financially so they can complete their diploma or degree in technical education without hurdles.
Objective:
The Pragati Scholarship is a government-funded program that provides financial support to girls who are pursuing technical courses in AICTE-approved institutions. It helps ease the burden of education costs, especially for families with limited income.
Who Can Apply?
To apply for the Pragati Scholarship, you must meet the following conditions:
- You should be a female student.
- You must have taken admission in the first year of a Diploma or Degree course in a college/institute that is approved by AICTE.
- Your family income should not be more than ₹8 lakh per year.
- Only two girls from one family can apply under this scheme.
Benefits:
Each selected student receives:
- ₹50,000 per year for every year of study (maximum 3 years for diploma and 4 years for degree).
- The amount can be used for tuition fees, books, equipment, or other academic needs.
- No extra money is given for hostel fees or personal expenses.
How to Apply?
You can apply for this scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Go to the website and sign up as a new user.
- Complete the form by entering your personal, educational, and bank information.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the form online before the deadline (usually between October and December).
Documents You’ll Need
Make sure you have these ready:
- 10th and 12th class mark sheets
- An admission letter issued by the college
- An income certificate issued by a government authority
- A bonafide certificate from your college
- Aadhaar card
- A bank passbook with your name and account number
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
The Pragati Scholarship is more than just financial help—it is a symbol of empowerment. It gives girls from all backgrounds a chance to pursue their dreams in engineering, technology, and other technical fields. With education, they gain confidence, independence, and a brighter future.
If you’re a girl who has just started a technical course and meets the eligibility criteria, don’t miss out on this opportunity. Apply on time, prepare your documents carefully, and take a big step toward building the career you deserve.
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