Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students-AICTE

Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students-AICTE supports full time postgraduate students in technical education by providing a monthly stipend of ₹12,400. Students who clear GATE or GPAT and take admission in AICTE approved programs can get this money directly in their bank account for the entire duration of their course.

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) implements this scheme under Ministry of Education. It covers AICTE approved postgraduate programs such as M.E, M.Tech, M.Arch and M.Pharm. As of August 2026, the latest official notification released by AICTE is for the 2025-26 academic year, and student registration happens on the new AICTE PG Scholarship Portal. Students should check the official AICTE website for the notification of their admission year along with the last date of application.

Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students-AICTE - Introduction

This scholarship is meant for students who want to complete their master's degree without money pressure. The stipend of ₹12,400 per month helps cover study costs, hostel rent and other expenses. Payment is made through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), so the amount goes straight into the Aadhaar-linked savings account of the student.

The scholarship runs for a maximum of 24 months or for the actual length of the course, whichever is shorter. In return, you are expected to spend 8 to 10 hours per week on teaching or research work, such as helping in laboratories or the library, as assigned by your institute. Taking up this work is a condition to keep receiving the monthly amount.

Key Highlights

Benefits

You receive a monthly scholarship of ₹12,400 throughout your postgraduate studies. This money is transferred directly to your bank account. Along with the stipend, you can take specific leaves during the scholarship period. You can take Casual Leave of 15 days per academic year and Medical Leave of up to 30 days per academic year. Maternity/Paternity Leave is allowed once during the scholarship tenure as per government norms. Prior approval from the head of your institute is required for all leave requests. The scholarship is valid for 24 months or for the shorter duration of your specific course.

Eligibility

To apply under this scheme, you must meet the following conditions:

1. You should have a valid GATE or GPAT score at the time of admission. Admissions taken before or after the validity period of your GATE/GPAT score will not be considered.
2. You should be a full time student in an AICTE approved institution. Students admitted to part time courses are not eligible.
3. You should be pursuing a postgraduate program such as M.E, M.Tech, M.Arch or M.Pharm. GATE qualified students in engineering and architecture programs and GPAT qualified students in pharmacy programs are covered.
4. You should have a general savings bank account in your own name, with the account name matching your name. Joint accounts and no-frills accounts are not accepted.
5. SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and persons with disability candidates must hold valid certificates. Creamy layer OBC candidates who qualified under OBC category are not eligible for GATE scholarship.

Exclusions

You will not get this scholarship in these cases:

1. You are a foreign student or a sponsored candidate.
2. You are admitted under the management quota.
3. You have already availed scholarship funding for a postgraduate degree from AICTE or any other centrally funded institute.
4. You are already getting financial support from another organization. In such a case, your scholarship pauses during that period.

Application Process

The application process for this scheme is fully online and is handled through your institute. Follow the steps below to apply:

STEP 1 - The institute uploads your details to the AICTE portal and provides you with a student ID. Institutes can import student data in bulk through their login on the AICTE PG Scholarship portal.

STEP 2 - Once you get the student ID, visit the official AICTE PG Scholarship Portal and log in. Fill in your GATE/GPAT score, bank account details and personal information, then upload the required documents.

STEP 3 - Your institute verifies the details and approves your eligibility. After AICTE approval, the monthly stipend is paid directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT.

Keep your name on the bank account exactly as per your records, because any mismatch can delay the payment.

Documents

Keep these documents ready before you start the online application:

• Aadhaar Card: Mandatory for payment through DBT.
• GATE/GPAT Scorecard: Proof of valid score for the admission year.
• Academic Records: Mark sheets and degree certificates of previous qualifications.
• Passport Size Photo: A recent photograph for the application form.
• Caste Certificate: SC, ST, OBC (NCL) or disability certificate, if applicable, attested by the institute principal or a gazetted officer. OBC NCL certificate should not be older than one year.
• Bank Account Details: A general savings account in your own name, linked to Aadhaar.

Help Number and Support

AICTE has a separate help desk for this scheme. You can contact them for any issue related to the application:

• Technical help: 011-29581333, 011-29581338
• Scheme related queries: 011-29581119
• Email: pgscholarship@aicte-india.org
• Support is available from Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

References

For official details, notification and guidelines, use these resources:

• AICTE PG Scholarship Portal: Student login and application form.
• PG Scholarship 2025-26 Notification (PDF): Latest official notification from AICTE.
• PG Scheme Guidelines (PDF): Full scheme rules and conditions.
• Official AICTE PG Scholarship Scheme Page: Scheme details, notices and downloads.

FAQ's

What is the monthly scholarship amount?

You receive ₹12,400 per month for your postgraduate studies under this scheme.

Is an Aadhaar card mandatory?

Yes, Aadhaar is required because the scholarship is paid into your bank account through DBT. The bank account should be in your own name and linked to Aadhaar.

Can I take a break during my studies?

If you take a break on medical grounds, the scholarship pauses for that period and resumes after you rejoin the course. You need prior approval from your institute for any leave.

Who should I contact for help?

For technical issues, call 011-29581333 or 011-29581338. For scheme related queries, call 011-29581119 or email pgscholarship@aicte-india.org. Support works Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.