AI SummarySwanath Scholarship Scheme offers ₹50,000 every year to orphan students of Uttarakhand who are studying diploma or graduation courses. Applications for the 2026-27 academic year are open now, and the last date to submit the online form is 31 October 2026.
Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Uttarakhand runs this scheme for students from difficult backgrounds. Applications are processed online through the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), and AICTE announced the fresh apply dates through its 2026-27 notification dated 19 June 2026.
Swanath Scholarship Scheme - Introduction
Swanath Scholarship Scheme supports students who are orphans, students who lost one or both parents to COVID-19, and dependents of armed forces or central paramilitary forces personnel martyred in action. For 2026-27, AICTE has also added children of parents who are suffering from a life-threatening disease such as cancer, or whose parent died or became critically disabled in an accident.
The scheme covers diploma and degree level technical courses in AICTE approved institutions. Around 2,000 scholarships are given each year, with 1,000 for degree students and 1,000 for diploma students. Selected students receive the amount directly in their bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Swanath Scholarship Scheme |
| Level | State (Uttarakhand) |
| Main Department | Directorate of Technical Education, Uttarakhand |
| Implemented By | AICTE through National Scholarship Portal |
| Benefit Amount | ₹50,000 per year |
| Number of Scholarships | 2,000 (1,000 degree + 1,000 diploma) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply (2026-27) | 31 October 2026 |
| Payment Mode | Direct Bank Transfer |
Benefits
Selected students receive ₹50,000 per year for the full duration of the course. Degree students can get this amount for up to 4 years, while diploma students can get it for up to 3 years.
The amount is transferred straight to the student's bank account. It can be used for college fees, buying a computer, books, stationery, equipment, software and other study-related costs. No separate grant is given for hostel or medical charges.
Eligibility
Check the category list given below before filling the application:
- Orphan students - students whose parents are no longer alive.
- Children of COVID-19 victims - students who lost one or both parents to COVID-19.
- Wards of martyrs - dependents of armed forces or central paramilitary forces personnel martyred in action.
- Children of patients with critical illness - students whose parent has a life-threatening disease like cancer, or whose parent died or became critically disabled (above 80%) in an accident. This is a new category added for 2026-27.
Your total annual family income should not be more than ₹8 lakh. You should also be studying a degree or diploma course in an AICTE approved institution in the first, second, third or fourth year. Students who already get another central, state or AICTE scholarship, or who are doing a post graduate course, cannot apply under this scheme.
Application Process
Applications for Swanath Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 are accepted only online on the National Scholarship Portal. AICTE has kept the last date for fresh and renewal applications as 31 October 2026, with institute verification until 15 November 2026 and state officer verification until 30 November 2026.
STEP 1 - Read the 2026-27 notification and scheme guidelines on the AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme page before you start your application.
STEP 2 - Open the National Scholarship Portal in your browser and click on the 'Students' section. Login with your Aadhaar or OTR number.
STEP 3 - Click on 'Fill Application', choose Swanath Scholarship Scheme, and enter your personal and academic details carefully.
STEP 4 - Upload the required documents and submit the form before the last date. Your institute checks the application first, then the State Nodal Officer, and finally AICTE, New Delhi, gives the approval.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before you start the online application:
- Previous mark sheets and certificates - class 10 and class 12 or equivalent marksheets for degree level, and class 10 or equivalent for diploma level.
- Income certificate - current year income proof showing annual family income below ₹8 lakh.
- Death certificate - death certificate of the parent(s), stating COVID-19 as the cause where applicable.
- Shaheed certificate - certificate issued by the armed forces or central paramilitary forces for wards of martyrs.
- Category and bonafide certificates - SC/ST/OBC-NCL category certificate if you belong to these groups, and a bonafide certificate from your institution.
References
AICTE Official Swanath Scheme Page
AICTE Swanath Scholarship 2026-27 Notification PDF
AICTE Swanath Scheme Guidelines PDF
Directorate of Technical Education Uttarakhand - Swanath Scheme Page
Related reading: AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme for Students and AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme 2026 Guidelines PDF.
FAQ's
Who is eligible for Swanath Scholarship Scheme?
Orphan students, children who lost one or both parents to COVID-19, dependents of armed forces or paramilitary forces martyrs, and children of parents with a critical illness or accident disability are eligible. Annual family income should be below ₹8 lakh, and the student should be enrolled in a diploma or degree course in an AICTE approved institution.
What is the scholarship amount?
Selected students get ₹50,000 per year for the full course duration, up to 4 years for degree courses and up to 3 years for diploma courses.
When is the last date to apply for 2026-27?
The last date to submit the online application on the National Scholarship Portal is 31 October 2026. Institute verification ends on 15 November 2026 and state officer verification ends on 30 November 2026.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Apply online on the National Scholarship Portal. After submission, your institute verifies the form, followed by the State Nodal Officer, and then AICTE gives the final approval.
Can I renew the scholarship next year?
Yes. Submit a renewal application with a promotion certificate and a bonafide certificate from the head of your institution on the NSP portal.
What documents are needed for the application?
Mark sheets, income certificate, death certificate, shaheed certificate where applicable, category certificate and a bonafide certificate from the institution.