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AICTE Saksham Scholarship Scheme
AICTE
·Indian Government·IndiaScholarship Value
₹50,000 / year
Government Scholarship · 4 Years
Special scholarship scheme to encourage and support differently-abled students in pursuing technical degrees and building rewarding technical careers.
Eligible Years
First Year, Second Year
Family Income Limit
Below ₹8.0 Lakh
Minimum Marks
50% aggregate
Deadline
National Scholarship Portal Schedule
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Degrees
B.Tech, B.E., Diploma
Eligible Branches
All Technical Engineering Branches
Academic Years
First Year, Second Year
Gender Eligibility
Open to All Genders
Nationality Requirement
Indian
Category Restrictions
All Categories (Disability >= 40%)
Scholarship Benefits & Support
- ₹50,000 per annum towards college fee, books, software, and assistive devices
- No cap on the number of scholarships per AICTE approved institution
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into Aadhaar bank account
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
1
Register on National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
2
Select AICTE -> Saksham Scholarship Scheme.
3
Upload disability and academic enrollment proof.
4
College nodal officer verifies details online.
Required Documents Checklist
Disability Certificate issued by Competent Medical Authority (min 40%)
Class 10th and 12th Marksheets
Family Income Certificate (below ₹8 Lakh/annum)
College Admission Letter & Tuition Fee Receipt
Aadhaar Card and Bank Account Passbook
Official Links & Verification
Last verified by Zenvora: Oct 2026
Official Disclaimer
Always verify the latest eligibility criteria, guidelines, and deadlines on the official organization portal before submitting your application.