AICTE GAINER Scheme 2026: Infrastructure Grants for NE Technical Institutes
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Quick answer
The AICTE GAINER scheme provides grants to technical institutes in North East India for water, solar power and internet projects. Eligible institutes apply offline via AICTE.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹20,00,000 for solar power projects |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Education |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The AICTE GAINER scheme is a central grant aimed at improving the infrastructure of technical institutes in the North East Region. It focuses on solving water shortages, providing captive solar power or generators where electricity is unreliable, and setting up initial high‑speed internet connectivity. Grants are disbursed in two installments, with the first advance covering 80% of the sanctioned amount and the second upon successful completion and documentation.
Benefits
- Solving Water Problems Project – ₹15,00,000 for 2 years
- Power/ Solar Energy Project – ₹20,00,000 for 6 months
- Internet Connection Project – ₹5,00,000 for 6 months
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Government or government‑aided technical/engineering colleges, university departments, and polytechnic institutes in North East India
- Institute must have existed for at least five years
Documents required
- Application form for AICTE‑Grant for Augmenting Infrastructure in North Eastern Region (GAINER)
- Signature and stamp of the Head of the Institute on every page of the application
- Essential supporting documents as required by AICTE
How to apply
- 1Download and fill the AICTE‑GAINER application form
- 2Ensure every page is signed and stamped by the Head of the Institute
- 3Attach all required documents to the application
- 4Send the complete application and documents via registered post/speed post to Advisor, Institutional Development Cell, All India Council for Technical Education, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070
Frequently asked questions
Why are water harvesting projects supported under the scheme?+
North East India has hilly regions where water supply is irregular, especially during the dry season. Water harvesting projects are supported to ensure assured water supply to institutes.
Who is the implementing agency for this scheme?+
The scheme is implemented through the Indian Institute of Technology–Guwahati.
What is the objective of this scheme?+
To enhance the functional efficiency of technical institutes in far‑flung areas of North East India by addressing deficiencies in water, electricity, and internet connectivity.
Why is setting up an initial internet connection considered under the scheme?+
Internet connectivity is below desired levels in the region. Funding for initial internet connection is provided, with recurring costs borne by the institution.
What is the limit of funding for the Solving Water Problems Project?+
₹15,00,000 for a duration of 2 years from the receipt of the first installment.
What is the limit of funding for the Power/ Solar Energy Project?+
₹20,00,000 for a duration of 6 months from the receipt of the fund for the purpose.
What is the limit of funding for the Internet Connection Project?+
₹5,00,000 for a duration of 6 months from the receipt of the fund for the purpose.
How will the disbursement of the funds be done?+
The first installment is an advance of 80% of the sanctioned grant. The second installment is reimbursement upon successful completion and submission of requisite documents.
What happens if the institute fails to initiate the project within six months?+
The institute must refund the complete grant with accrued interest to AICTE, with justification.
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