Central Govt. Schemes List 2026 for Students Education in India

Central government led by PM Narendra Modi has launched many schemes over the years to support students education in India. Students are the most valuable resource of the country, and a billion-strong nation needs proper care in the form of basic education to build a better quality of life. This page lists the Pradhan Mantri Yojana for students launched between 2014 and 2026, along with the main central government schemes for school education that remain applicable in 2026 as well.

Here is the updated PM Modi Government Schemes List 2026 for Students Education in India. This list of central government schemes for school education includes student development schemes run by AICTE and schemes run by the Ministry of Education (earlier known as MHRD). The list covers schemes for elementary, secondary and higher education.

To get the scheme benefits, students can apply online and fill the respective yojana form. The main aim is to make sure quality education reaches all students and helps them secure good jobs, which in turn builds a strong nation.

List of Government Schemes for Students Education in India by AICTE

Here is the list of central government schemes for school education in India run by AICTE:-

PG Scholarship Scheme

PG Scholarship Scheme is given to full time GATE / GPAT qualified students. All qualified students admitted to M.E. / M. Tech / M. Arch and M. Pharma courses in AICTE approved institutions and colleges are eligible. PG Scholarship Scheme beneficiaries get Rs. 12,400 per month per student.

National Doctoral Fellowship (NDF)

NDF Scheme admits full time meritorious research scholars by providing research fellowship to students. All those who want to seek admission to Ph.D. in AICTE approved technical institutes / university departments for research in thrust areas can apply. Candidates can apply online for National Doctoral Fellowship Scheme to get its benefits.

Pragati Scholarship Scheme

Pragati Scholarship / Contingency is given to meritorious girls taking admission in AICTE approved technical institutions at Degree / Diploma level. Total 4000 scholarships are given @ Rs. 30000 as tuition fee reimbursement and Rs. 20000 as incidentals each year. Students can apply online for Pragati Scheme to get its benefits.

Saksham Scholarship Scheme

Saksham Scholarship / Contingency is given to differently abled students taking admission in AICTE approved technical institutions at Degree / Diploma level. Total 1000 scholarships are given @ Rs. 30000 as tuition fee reimbursement and Rs. 20000 as incidentals each year. Students can apply online for Saksham Scholarship to get its benefits.

Prerana Scheme for Preparing SC / ST Students for Higher Education

There is an acute shortage of faculty in engineering and polytechnic colleges. The problem can be addressed by promoting degree students of pre-final and final year to go for post graduate courses. Prerana Scheme aims at providing financial support to institutes willing to put extra efforts for encouraging and training SC/ST students for GATE / GPAT / CAT / CMAT and GRE. The broad aim is to help aspiring SC / ST students seeking higher education through admission tests like GATE / GPAT / CAT / CMAT / TOEFL / IELTS and GRE. Students can apply online for Prerana Scheme to get its benefits.

Samriddhi Scheme for SC / ST Students to Setup Startups

Looking at the poor job availability in the market, it is required to provide opportunities for SC / ST students to start their own enterprise. The broad aim of Samriddhi Scheme is to help SC / ST students in designing, launching and running their own business / startup through entrepreneurship development programme after formal education is over or during their education as per AICTE startup policy. Students can apply online for Samriddhi Scheme to get its benefits.

Support to Students for Participating in Competition Abroad (SSPCA)

The aim of SSPCA Scheme is to provide travel assistance and registration fees to a team of minimum 2 to 10 students for attending international level competitions in order to encourage engineering students to improve their field of technical education. Students can apply online for SSPCA Scheme to get its benefits.

Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS)

Aim of PM Scholarship Scheme is to build up capacities in youth of J&K, educate, enable and help them compete in normal courses, boosting employment potential in students of J&K. Total 5000 scholarships are given @ Rs. 100000 as maintenance charges and academic fee as Rs. 30000 for general degree, Rs. 125000 for engineering degree and Rs. 300000 for medical degree each year.

AICTE INAE Grant Scheme

An AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students to present papers abroad has been launched for improving the quality of engineering education in the country. Students can apply online for AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme or download the pdf application form to get its benefits.

Smart India Hackathon

Smart India Hackathon is a unique scheme to identify new and disruptive digital solutions for solving the challenges faced by the country. The event was held on 1st - 2nd April 2017 for 36 hrs non-stop competition. 9544 technology students, 598 problem statements, 29 different central govt. ministries, 26 different nodal centres and funding of Rs. 3 lakh per team for 100 qualified teams took part.

M.Tech Projects as Internship with MSMEs

The main aim of the scheme is to nurture an innovation ecosystem that benefits the technologically deficient MSMEs and technical institutes both. 408 Small and Medium Enterprises have given requirement of 738 technology students.

The list of PM Modi Yojana for students run by All India Council for Technical Education is available at the AICTE official website.

Ministry of Education Run Students Education Schemes in India

Here is the list of education schemes in India run by the Ministry of Education (earlier Ministry of Human Resource Development or MHRD):-

Schemes for Elementary Education

• Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan - an integrated scheme for school education from pre-school to Class 12, launched in 2018 by merging Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, RMSA and Teacher Education. It provides free textbooks, uniforms, midday meals, ICT labs and support for students with special needs.
• Mid Day Meal Scheme - provides cooked meals to students in government and government-aided schools to improve nutrition and attendance.
• Mahila Samakhya - a women education and empowerment programme that works through community based groups.
• Strengthening for providing quality Education in Madrassas (SPQEM) - supports modern education in madrassas.

Schemes for Secondary Education

• Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan - now part of Samagra Shiksha, it works to improve access to secondary education.
• Girls Hostel Scheme - provides hostel facilities for girls in secondary and higher secondary schools.
• National Scheme of Incentives to Girls for Secondary Education - gives a fixed deposit to girls who pass Class 8 and enroll in secondary school.
• Inclusive Education for Disabled at Secondary Stage - supports disabled students in secondary education.
• Scheme of Vocational Education - offers vocational training to students at the secondary level.
• National Merit-cum-Means Scholarship Scheme - gives scholarships to meritorious students from poor families studying at the secondary level.
• Scheme for construction and running of Girls Hostel for students of secondary and higher secondary schools - supports safe hostel stay for girl students.
• Scholarship schemes for Minority students - provides financial support to minority community students.
• National Scholarships - merit based scholarships for students at different levels.

Schemes for Higher Education

• Scheme of Apprenticeship Training - provides practical training to students in industries.
• National Scholarships - support for meritorious students in higher education.
• Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (Scheme) - supports research after doctorate.
• Junior Research Fellowships for biomedical sciences - provides fellowships for research in biomedical sciences.
• All India Council for Technical Education Scholarships - covers schemes like Pragati, Saksham and Swanath for technical students.
• Department of Science and Technology grants and fellowships - supports science research and studies.
• DST's Scholarship Scheme for Women Scientists and Technologists - supports women in science and technology.
• Biotechnology fellowships for doctoral and postdoctoral studies by DBT - supports research in biotechnology.
• Scholarships / Awards at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level in various science courses at the University of Delhi - merit based support for science students.
• Sports Authority of India promotional schemes - supports sports students.
• Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Schemes / Programmes - helps disabled students.
• Scholarship Schemes for ST Students by Ministry of Tribal Affairs - supports ST students.
• Post-matric Scholarships for SC / ST students - supports SC / ST students after matric.
• Scholarships for Minority Students - supports minority community students.

How to Apply for Central Government Student Schemes

Most central government scholarship and student schemes are now available on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The portal is open for the academic year 2026-27 from 1st June 2026 onwards. Students can apply for one merit based scholarship scheme and one or more welfare based scholarship schemes as per the scheme eligibility criteria.

STEP 1 - Go to the official National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar or Aadhaar enrolment ID. OTR is a unique 14 digit number valid for the whole academic career of the student.

STEP 2 - After OTR, log in to the portal and fill the application form for the scholarship scheme you are eligible for. Upload the required documents like income certificate, caste certificate, bank details, admission rank and fee details.

STEP 3 - Submit the form before the last date. For most AICTE scholarship schemes on NSP, including Pragati, Saksham and Swanath, the last date to apply is 31 October 2026. Students can also visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) for help with the application.

The official website of the Ministry of Education is education.gov.in. To know more about the remaining scholarship schemes for all categories of students, visit the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. For AICTE schemes, check the AICTE official website at aicte.gov.in.