The main objective of this scheme being implemented by AICTE aimed at providing assistance for advancement of Girls pursuing technical education. This is an attempt to give young women the opportunity to further her education and prepare for a successful future by “Empowering Women through Technical Education”.
ELIGIBILITY FOR SCHOLARSHIP:
1) The girl candidate should be admitted to First year of Diploma level course OR Second year of Diploma level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE approved Institution of respective year.
2) Maximum two girls child per family are eligible.
3) Family income from all sources should not be more than Rs. 8 lakh per annum during the current financial year. A valid income certificate issued by State/ UT Government need to be enclosed.
AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP:
1) Rs. 50,000/- per annum for every year of study i.e. maximum 3 years for first year admitted students and maximum 2 years for second year admitted students through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipments, softwares etc. No other additional grant will be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges etc.
2) No documentary proof need to be attached for the above while availing benefits.
RESERVATION:
1) As per Government of India norms.
2) If there is any vacant seat in any of the reserved category (SC/ ST/ OBC), the same will be transferred to the General Category.
RENEWALS:
1) The scholarship will be renewed for the next year of study on receipt of renewal through National Scholarship Portal by submitting passing certificate/ mark sheet along with letter from the Head of the Institution on the online portal.
2) Student failing to get promoted to the next class/ level would forfeit the scholarship.
The Students have to fill their form online by visiting the website https://scholarships.gov.in
