AICTE-Professional Development Scheme

AICTE-Professional Development Scheme provides financial support to eligible faculty members and AICTE officers for taking part in international and national level conferences, seminars, and symposia. The scheme helps academicians stay updated with global improvements in technical fields by supporting paper presentations and networking. Ministry of Education runs this scheme through the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and applications are invited for 2026-27 through the official AICTE portal.

The scheme covers registration fees, daily allowance as per central government rules, and travel costs to and from the destination airport. Support is given on a reimbursement basis after the visit is completed. Regular faculty from AICTE approved institutes and AICTE officers on regular or deputation basis can apply to present their accepted research papers at conferences both within India and abroad.

AICTE-Professional Development Scheme - Introduction

AICTE-Professional Development Scheme helps meritorious faculty and AICTE officers take part in high impact international and national conferences. By encouraging these interactions, the scheme lets academicians stay at the front of global technical trends in their field of specialization.

Launched by the All India Council for Technical Education, this scheme provides money help for presenting research papers during professional gatherings held both within and outside India. If you are a regular faculty member at an AICTE approved institute or an officer on regular or deputation basis, this scheme is made for your professional growth. For 2026, applications are processed online through the new AICTE portal at portal.aicte.gov.in.

Key Information

Benefits

Limit of Funding: You can receive up to ₹ 1,50,000 as financial support through this scheme. The funds are paid on a reimbursement basis once you submit your claim form and all required supporting documents.

For conferences not covered in the above groups, a committee will check your application and decide the reimbursement amount based on expert recommendations or actual expenses incurred, whichever is lower. Expenses covered include registration fees, daily allowances according to central government rules, and total travel costs to and from the destination airport.

Important Reminders:

If you have already received a grant under Group D, you remain eligible to apply for international support within three years, with the previously used amount deducted. For workshops conducted in online mode, AICTE will only cover the registration fee. You should always travel using Air India; if travel via another airline is required, you must provide an official certificate indicating that no Air India flight was available on your required route.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scheme, you should meet the following criteria:

1. You must be a full-time regular faculty member from an AICTE approved institute or university department that has been in existence for at least five years.
2. You are eligible if you are an officer at the level of Assistant Director or above, serving on a regular or deputation basis at AICTE.
3. You should not have availed of a grant under this specific scheme within the last three years.
4. You must have obtained official acceptance of your research paper from the conference organizers.

Application Process

You should complete the online application process through the dedicated AICTE portal. First, register your institute on the AICTE official portal by clicking the 'New Institute' button and completing the sign-up process. Once registered, log in to access the 'AQIS Application' tab.

Fill in your demographic and bank details carefully, as these are required to enable the 'New' application button. Select 'AICTE-Professional Development Scheme' from the dropdown menu to create a unique application ID. Provide all necessary details including program information, budget estimates, and academic credentials. After validating your application, read the declaration, save your progress, and submit it. You should ensure your application is submitted at least three months before the event date.

Documents

You should submit the following documents through your Head of Institution within two months of your visit to receive reimbursement:

1. Attested copy of passport showing visa/immigration stamps.
2. Self-attested certificate confirming the journey performed.
3. Detailed statement of expenditure incurred.
4. Original Air-India tickets and original boarding passes.
5. Certificate from Air-India regarding the shortest route if applicable.
6. Official letter of paper acceptance from the organizers.
7. Original receipt of the paid registration fee.
8. Copy of your presented research paper.
9. Currency exchange voucher.
10. Certificate of participation.
11. Comprehensive progress report of the event.
12. Certified copy of current AICTE Extension of Approval.
13. E-payment proforma with bank details.
14. Photographs taken during the conference.

References

Download Guidelines | User Manual | Approved Conference List | Submit Application

FAQ's

What is AICTE-Professional Development Scheme?

This scheme enables meritorious faculty to interact at international level conferences, seminars, and symposia by providing financial support.

Who manages this scheme?

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) manages this scheme under the Ministry of Education.

Mention one of the main benefits of the scheme.

The scheme provides financial grants on a reimbursement basis for eligible faculty members.

What should be the criteria of the institution?

The institution must be approved by the AICTE and should have been in existence for at least five years.

What is the main objective of the scheme?

The objective is to allow faculty and AICTE officers to update themselves with global changes in their field through paper presentations at conferences.

How many proposals can be submitted at a time by the applicant?

You should submit only one proposal at a time.

When should the application be submitted?

You should submit your application at least three months in advance.

Who is eligible to apply?

Full-time regular faculty from AICTE approved institutes (at least 5 years old) and AICTE officers (Assistant Director and above) are eligible.