{"id":6224,"date":"2023-02-28T16:50:01","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T11:20:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=6224"},"modified":"2025-10-01T09:16:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T09:16:24","slug":"aicte-postgraduate-scholarship-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/aicte-postgraduate-scholarship-scheme\/","title":{"rendered":"AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2025-26 (GATE \/ GPAT \/ CEED) \u2013 Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2025-26 is a prestigious initiative by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) aimed at supporting meritorious Indian students pursuing full-time postgraduate programs in engineering, technology, architecture, pharmacy, and design. With rising tuition fees and living expenses, many talented students face financial constraints that prevent them from achieving their higher education goals. This scholarship addresses that challenge by providing financial assistance of INR 12,400 per month for eligible candidates, allowing them to focus on academics without monetary worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are aspiring to pursue M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch., M.Pharm., or M.Des., the AICTE PG Scholarship Scheme 2025-26 can be a gateway to advanced education, research opportunities, and professional growth, helping you achieve your career aspirations without financial barriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide will provide a complete overview of eligibility criteria, application process, key dates, required documents, and important guidelines to help you successfully apply for the AICTE PG Scholarship 2025-26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Key Details of AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship 2025-26<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This table provides a concise overview of the scholarship, making it easy for students to understand eligibility, benefits, and timelines at a glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parameter<\/strong><\/th>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Scholarship Name<\/strong><\/td>AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2025-26<\/td><\/tr>
Eligible Exams<\/strong><\/td>GATE, GPAT, CEED<\/td><\/tr>
Programs Covered<\/strong><\/td>M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch., M.Pharm., M.Des.<\/td><\/tr>
Scholarship Amount<\/strong><\/td>INR 12,400 per month<\/td><\/tr>
Duration<\/strong><\/td>24 months or until course completion<\/td><\/tr>
Eligible Institutions<\/strong><\/td>AICTE-approved institutions across India<\/td><\/tr>
Application Start Date<\/strong><\/td>September 1, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Application End Date<\/strong><\/td>December 15, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Institute Verification Deadline<\/strong><\/td>December 31, 2025<\/td><\/tr>
Official Portal<\/strong><\/td>https:\/\/pgscholarship.aicte-india.org<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Key Entitlements<\/strong><\/td>Casual leave (15 days), Medical leave (30 days), Maternity leave<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is the AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GATE\/GPAT aspirants can apply for the AICTE PG Scholarship scheme 2023 at the official website to get admitted in the body\u2019s postgraduate programmes in AICTE-accredited institutions. Since its inception, the programme has endeavoured to provide financial backing to meritorious candidates and enhance the quality of technical education in India. Students admitted to AICTE-accredited institutions are rewarded with Post Graduate Scholarships for programmes, such as  M.E\/M.Tech.\/M.Pharm.\/M.Arch. through DBT for 1st-year students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates must bear in mind that it is imperative for them to have acquired the qualifying marks with a valid GATE\/GPAT scorecard. Final-year candidates or those who have a dual degree in integrated programmes are also eligible for the scholarship scheme. The catch here is that such candidates must be holding a Final score of 8 CGPA or above.\u00a0 Eligible candidates can expect to receive a scholarship of INR 12,400 monthly under the said programme.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Amount and Duration of AICTE PG Scholarship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eligible candidates for the AICTE PG Scholarship 2025-26 receive a monthly stipend of \u20b912,400. This financial support enables students from economically constrained backgrounds to pursue postgraduate programs such as M.E., M.Tech., M.Pharm., M.Arch., and M.Des. at AICTE-approved institutions without worrying about tuition or living expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scholarship is awarded for a duration of 24 months or until the completion of the course, whichever is earlier. Beyond financial assistance, the program provides students with extensive practical and theoretical exposure, helping them build strong academic foundations and opening doors to lucrative educational and professional opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This combination of financial support and academic enrichment makes the AICTE PG Scholarship an excellent stepping stone for aspirants aiming to excel in technical and professional fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AICTE PG Scholarship 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The AICTE Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme sets eligibility criteria to ensure that financial assistance is provided to meritorious and deserving candidates. Institutes are responsible for verifying applications promptly after submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Valid Score<\/strong>: Must hold a valid GATE, GPAT, or CEED score at the time of admission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Full-Time Enrollment<\/strong>: Candidates must be enrolled as full-time students in their respective programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Institution Approval<\/strong>: Must be admitted to an AICTE-approved institution or university department.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Program Approval<\/strong>: Must be enrolled in AICTE-approved postgraduate programs, including:\n