Swanath Scholarship Scheme 2026: ₹50,000 per annum for Diploma and Graduation
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Quick answer
The Swanath Scholarship Scheme provides ₹50,000 per annum to diploma and graduation students in Uttarakhand who are orphans, have lost a parent to COVID‑19, or are dependents of martyrs. Applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand, meet the income criterion and apply online through their institute via the National Scholarship Portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 per annum |
| Ministry / department | Directorate of Technical Education |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Income limit | ₹8 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Swanath Scholarship Scheme, run by the Directorate of Technical Education in Uttarakhand, offers financial aid to diploma and graduation level students who are orphans, have lost a parent to COVID‑19, or are dependents of martyrs from the military or central armed forces. The scheme provides ₹50,000 per annum to support their studies, provided they meet the income and residency criteria and submit the required documents through the National Scholarship Portal.
Benefits
- ₹50,000 per annum for diploma or graduation studies
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Student
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- Orphan or parent died due to COVID‑19 or dependent of martyr from military or central armed forces
- Annual family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000
Documents required
- High School and Intermediate mark sheets and certificates
- Income certificate
- Death certificate
How to apply
- 1Apply online through your institute
- 2Submit required documents
- 3Principal verifies the application
- 4State Level Officer verifies the application
- 5Forward to AICTE, New Delhi
- 6Applications are invited via the National Scholarship Portal between September and December
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scholarship?+
Orphans, students whose parents or either parent has died due to COVID-19, or dependents of martyrs in any military or central armed forces with an annual family income of up to ₹8 lakh.
What is the amount of financial assistance under this scheme?+
Eligible students receive ₹50,000 per annum for diploma or graduation-level studies.
Which courses are covered under this scheme?+
Diploma and graduation-level courses in recognised institutions.
How are applications invited?+
Applications are invited through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) between September and December each year.
Where should students apply for the scholarship?+
Students must first apply online through their respective institutes.
What is the verification process for applications?+
Applications are first verified by the concerned Principal, then by the State Level Officer (SLO), and finally forwarded to AICTE, New Delhi for approval.
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