Pragati Scholarship 2026: ₹50,000 per annum for Girl Students
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Quick answer
Pragati Scholarship gives ₹50,000 per annum to girl students in Uttarakhand pursuing Diploma or Graduation. It is available to residents with family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000 and up to two girls per family. Apply online via National Scholarship Portal between September and December.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 per annum |
| Ministry / department | Directorate of Technical Education |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| For | Women / girls |
| Income limit | ₹8 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Pragati Scholarship is a state‑level scholarship run by the Directorate of Technical Education, Uttarakhand. It aims to encourage higher education among girl students by providing financial assistance of ₹50,000 per annum for those enrolled in Diploma and Graduation courses. The scholarship is awarded to 81 girl students in Diploma and 50 in Graduation each year, based on merit and verified through the National Scholarship Portal.
Benefits
- ₹50,000 per annum for girl students in Diploma and Graduation courses.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Girl student
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- Annual family income ≤ ₹8,00,000
- Maximum two girl children per family
Documents required
- High School and Intermediate mark sheets and certificates
- Income certificate
How to apply
- 1Visit National Scholarship Portal.
- 2Register and login.
- 3Fill application form for Pragati Scholarship.
- 4Upload required documents.
- 5Submit and await verification by institute principal, State Level Officer and AICTE.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?+
The scholarship is only for girl students who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand and pursuing Diploma or Graduation courses.
How many scholarships are available under this scheme?+
There are 81 scholarships for Diploma students and 50 scholarships for Graduation students in Uttarakhand.
What is the annual financial assistance provided?+
The scholarship provides ₹50,000 per annum for both Diploma and Graduation levels.
Is there an income limit to be eligible?+
Yes, the annual family income should not exceed ₹8 lakh.
Can more than one girl from the same family apply?+
Yes, but the scholarship can be sanctioned to a maximum of two girls per family.
Through which portal are applications submitted?+
Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
When is the application period?+
Applications are invited between September and December each year.
On what basis are scholarships awarded?+
Scholarships are awarded by the AICTE based on merit.
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