The AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme Technical Diploma is a central initiative that help students who have suffered major family loss or adversity pursue technical diploma education at AICTE-approved institutes. The scheme provides financial support to specially eligible students — primarily orphans, children of parents who died from COVID-19 and wards of personnel martyred in action — to ensure their technical education continues without financial barriers. This article walks you through the eligibility, scholarship value, application process, necessary documents, and important timelines so you can apply confidently. The scheme awards a lump sum scholarship of ₹50,000 per year (paid via DBT) to selected students; the diploma stream receives the award for up to three years, and the programme allocates a fixed number of slots each year.
AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Diploma) |
| Annual award | Rs 50,000 per beneficiary (lump sum per year) |
| Duration (Diploma) | Up to 3 years (for diploma students) |
| Max scholarships (annual) | 1000 quota for diploma students (part of 2000 total across degree+diploma) |
| Apply via | National Scholarship Portal (NSP) — scholarships.gov.in. |
Who can apply? (Eligibility Requirements)
Eligibility is narrow by design — intended to reach the most disadvantaged students. Key eligibility points:
- Candidate Must be enrolled in a regular full-time technical diploma programme at an AICTE-approved institute.
- Candidate should Belong to one of the eligible categories Orphan (both parents deceased), Ward whose parent(s) died due to COVID-19 and Child/ward of Armed Forces or Central Paramilitary Forces personnel martyred in action (shaheed).
- Family annual income from all sources must NOT exceed rs 8,00,000 (₹8 lakh).
- Candidate should not be a recipient of other central/state/AICTE scholarships that would conflict with this award.
How much and how long
Selected diploma students receive ₹50,000 per year, paid directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). For diploma courses the scholarship is valid for the remaining years of the programme up to a maximum of three years. The scheme includes a fixed quota for diploma students each year.
Step-by-step: how to apply online
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in and create or log in to your student account.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR)/Aadhaar-based login (as required).
- Choose the scheme AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Diploma) from the list of central/AICTE schemes.
- Fill in personal, academic and bank details carefully and choose your institute and course correctly.
- Upload required documents (see list below) and submit the application.
- Ask your institute to verify the application on NSP within the verification window — institute verification is mandatory for sanction.
- Track application status and act on any defective application notices promptly.
Documents required
- Aadhaar card of the candidate or alternate ID as permitted.
- Income certificate (issued by competent State/UT authority) proving family income ≤ ₹8 lakh.
- Proof of parental death / martyrdom / medical certificate (as applicable).
- Bonafide/enrolment certificate and promotion certificate from the Head of Institute (for renewals).
- Bank passbook copy with candidate’s name (Aadhaar-seeded bank account recommended).
- Caste/Disability certificates only if relevant and requested.
Important dates
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application window opens | 02-06-2025 |
| Last date to apply | 15-12-2025 |
| Institute verification | 31-12-2025 |
| DNO/SNO/MNO Verification | 15-01-2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | DOWNLOAD PDF |
| Apply Online | scholarships.gov.in |
| Official Website | https://aicte.gov.in/schemes/ |