Swanath Scholarship Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme is a popular scholarship programme for students pursuing technical education in India. It is one of the major AICTE Scholarship schemes available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The scholarship is implemented by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is available for eligible Degree and Diploma students studying in AICTE-approved institutions. Through this AICTE Scholarship, selected students receive financial assistance of ₹50,000 per year to continue their higher education without financial burden.

The Swanath Scholarship Scheme has been introduced to support students facing difficult family circumstances. The scholarship is available for orphan students, students whose one or both parents died due to Covid-19, wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces personnel martyred in action (Shaheed). Along with this, students whose parent is suffering from a critical life-threatening disease or became severely disabled in an accident are eligible. Students from families with an annual income of up to ₹8 lakh can apply for this scholarship scheme, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility conditions.

Under the AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme, a total of 2,000 scholarships are awarded every year. Out of these, 1,000 scholarships are reserved for Degree students and 1,000 scholarships are reserved for Diploma students. The scholarship amount can be used for payment of college fees, purchase of books, stationery, computers, software, and other educational requirements. Degree students can receive scholarship benefits for up to four years, while Diploma students can receive benefits for up to three years.

Eligible students can submit the Swanath Scholarship online application through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Applications are verified by the institution and concerned authorities before final selection. The scholarship is renewable every year through NSP, subject to academic progression and compliance with scheme guidelines. The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

For the academic session 2026-27, the Swanath Scholarship application process started on 1 June 2026. Eligible students can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal until 31 October 2026. Students seeking an AICTE scholarship for technical education should complete their application before the last date to avoid missing the opportunity.

Swanath Scholarship Scheme Application Dates 2026-27

Eligible students must submit their applications before the last date. Students should submit their applications before the prescribed deadline and complete any required corrections within the stipulated verification period. Students should also ensure that any defective applications are corrected within the prescribed timeline so that the verification process can be completed successfully.

Scheme Benefits

• Selected students receive a scholarship of ₹50,000 per year.
• The scholarship amount is provided as a lump-sum grant.
• The amount can be used for payment of college fees.
• Students may purchase computers, books, stationery, and educational equipment using the scholarship amount.
• Software and other educational requirements can also be covered under the scholarship.
• Degree students can receive scholarship benefits for a maximum of 4 years.
• Diploma students can receive scholarship benefits for a maximum of 3 years.
• The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student's bank account through DBT.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must belong to any one of the following categories:
  • Orphan student.
  • Student whose one or both parents died due to Covid-19.
  • Ward of Armed Forces or Central Paramilitary Forces personnel martyred in action (Shaheed).
  • Student whose parent is suffering from a critical life-threatening disease such as Cancer or whose parent died or became severely disabled (above 80% disability) in an accident as per RPwD Act, 2016.
• Total annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹8 lakh.
• Applicant must be studying in an AICTE-approved institution.
• Applicant must be pursuing a Degree or Diploma course in regular mode.
• Students studying in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year are eligible to apply.
• Applicant should not be receiving any Central Government, State Government, or AICTE-sponsored scholarship.
• Aadhaar number is mandatory for submitting the scholarship application.

Required Documents

Steps to Apply

• The only mode to apply for this scheme is through the online application form available on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Eligible students should visit the National Scholarship Portal and complete the registration process.
• Students who have not registered earlier must click on "New Registration" and create an account.
• During registration, applicants may be required to provide the following details:
  • State of Domicile.
  • Scholarship Category.
  • Name of Applicant.
  • Date of Birth.
  • Gender.
  • Mobile Number.
  • Email ID.
  • Bank Account Number.
  • Bank IFSC Code.
  • Aadhaar Number.
• After successful registration, NSP will send login credentials to the registered mobile number and email address.
• Applicants should log in to the National Scholarship Portal using the provided credentials.
• Select the AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme from the list of available scholarships.
• Fill in all required personal, academic, income, and bank account details carefully.
• Upload all required supporting documents in the prescribed format.
• Review the application form and submit it online.
• After submission, the host institution will verify the application at the first level.
• The Department of Education / Technical Education of the respective State or Union Territory will carry out second-level verification.
• Applications that are successfully verified and shortlisted on merit will be considered for scholarship award.
• The list of shortlisted candidates may be published on the AICTE website.
• Students receiving scholarship benefits must submit renewal applications through NSP every year.
• For renewal, students are required to upload a promotion certificate along with a bonafide certificate issued by the institution.

Selection Procedure

For Degree Students

• Selection is based on marks obtained in 10+2 or equivalent examination.
• In case of a tie, higher marks in Class 10 will be considered.
• If the tie still exists, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
• If the tie remains unresolved, the candidate with lower family income will be ranked higher.

For Diploma Students

• Selection is based on marks obtained in Class 10 or equivalent examination.
• In case of a tie, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
• If the tie still exists, the candidate with lower annual family income will be ranked higher.

Features of the Scheme

• A maximum of 2,000 scholarships are awarded every year, including 1,000 scholarships for Degree students and 1,000 scholarships for Diploma students.
• The scholarship amount can be used for payment of college fees, purchase of computers, books, stationery, software, and other educational requirements.
• No separate financial assistance is provided for hostel fees, medical expenses, or other additional charges.
• Students studying in any year of an eligible Degree or Diploma course can apply, subject to fulfillment of eligibility conditions.
• Students who apply during the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of their course receive scholarship benefits only for the remaining duration of the course.
• Selection of beneficiaries is carried out purely on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination.
• Reservation under the scheme is provided as per Government of India norms.
• The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Students must renew the scholarship every year through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Students who fail to get promoted to the next academic year or discontinue their course may lose further scholarship benefits.
• Students receiving any other Central Government, State Government, or AICTE-sponsored scholarship are not eligible for benefits under this scheme.
• Applications are verified by the institution and the concerned State/UT authorities before final selection.

Important Forms

• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Certificate for Orphan Candidate.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Bonafide Certificate for Institutions.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Family Income Certificate.

Relevant Links

• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Online Application Form.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Registration.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Login.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Application Status.
• National Scholarship Portal.
• National Scholarship Portal App.
• All India Council for Technical Education.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme Guidelines.
• Swanath Scholarship Scheme FAQs.

Contact Information

• AICTE Helpline Number :- 011-26131576.
• National Scholarship Portal Help Desk Number:- 0120-6619540
• National Scholarship Portal Helpdesk Email :- [email protected]
• Student Development Cell (StDC),
  All India Council for Technical Education,
  Vasant Kunj, Nelson Mandela Marg,
  New Delhi- 110070