Swanath Scholarship 2025 for Diploma and Degree Students : Last Date, How to Apply

Swanath Scholarship 2025 for Diploma and Degree Students : The Government of India, through the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), has announced the opening of online applications for the AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Diploma/ Degree) for the academic year 2025.

AICTE is administering this scheme with the aim of providing encouragement and assistance to orphans, individuals whose parents have succumbed to Covid-19, and the children of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces personnel who have been martyred in action (Shaheed). The objective is to offer these deserving individuals the opportunity to pursue education in AICTE-approved institutions and courses, fostering their educational journey and enabling them to prepare for a successful future.

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Eligibility Criteria of Swanath Scholarship 2025

• Orphans and wards of parents who succumbed to Covid-19
• Wards of Armed Forces and Central Paramilitary Forces martyred in action (Shaheed)
• Parent is suffering from critical life threatening disease (Like Cancer etc.)/ Died or severely disabled (above 80%) in accident (as per RPwD Act 2016)
• Candidates pursuing technical courses:
  • First year of Diploma/Degree level course
  • Second year of Diploma/Degree level course through lateral entry
• Family annual income from all sources should be less than Rs 8 Lakh
• Candidates must be currently studying in AICTE Approved institutions and courses
• Courses should be at Degree/Diploma level in regular mode

Benefits of Swanath Scholarship 2025

The selected students under AICTE – Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Diploma/ Degree) for the year 2025  to get Rs. 50,000 per annum for every year of study as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software etc.

No other additional grant will be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges, The selection of candidate will be carried out solely on the basis of merit of qualifying examination

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Documents required for Swanath Scholarship 2025

For Orphan Candidates:

(i) Death Certificates of both Father & Mother (if available) OR A certificate issued by Tehsildar / S D M as per enclosed format (Annexure – I). (ii)

Bonafide Certificate issued by the institution.

(iii) 10+2 / equivalent and 10th Mark sheet for Degree Level

(iv) 10th /equivalent Mark sheet for Diploma Level

(v) Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)

For Candidates whose either or both Parents Died due to Covid 19

(i) Death Certificate of Father/Mother or both explicitly mentioning that the death was due to Covid-19.

(ii) If one parent (Father or Mother) is alive, current year income certificate, explicitly mentioning that income of family less than 8 Lakh, issued by Competent Authority.

(iii) Bonafide Certificate issued by the institution.

(iv) 10+2/equivalent and 10th Mark sheet for Degree Level

(v) 10th /equivalent Mark sheet for Diploma Level

(vi) Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL)

Last Date to Apply

• 31 October 2025

How To Apply Swanath Scholarship 2025

Applying for the Swanath Scholarship 2025 is a straightforward process. Follow these steps:

• Click on the “Click Here To Apply” button provided at the end.
• Carefully review the scholarship details provided.
• Complete the application form and ensure all required information is accurately filled out.
• Attach the necessary documents as specified in the scholarship requirements.
• Finally, click the “Submit” button to submit your scholarship application.

Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying for the AICTE Swanath Scholarship

1. Not Meeting Eligibility Criteria: Ensure you meet all the eligibility conditions before applying to avoid disqualification.
2. Submitting Incomplete Documents: Double-check that all required documents are uploaded, such as death certificates and bonafide certificates.
3. Incorrect Information: Always verify the accuracy of the information provided on the application form.
4. Missing the Deadline: Keep track of the application deadline and submit your application well in advance.
5. Multiple Applications: Submitting multiple applications can lead to disqualification, so ensure you apply only once.

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FAQs of Swanath Scholarship 2025

Q1: Can I apply if I am in the second year of a degree course through lateral entry?

A: Yes, candidates in the second year of technical diploma/degree courses through lateral entry are eligible.

Q2: Is there a specific income limit for eligibility?

A: Yes, candidates with a family annual income from all sources less than Rs 8 Lakh are eligible.

Q3: Are online courses covered by the scholarship?

A: No, the scholarship is for regular mode courses in AICTE Approved institutions.

Q4: What documents are required for the application?

A: It is mentioned in Documents sections. Kindly read it carefully.

Q5: Can the scholarship be used for hostel and medical charges?

A: No, the scholarship amount is a lump sum for college-related expenses and does not cover hostel or medical charges.

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Overview of Swanath Scholarship 2025

Scholarship id	CPSA23112100124
Scholarship Name	Swanath Scholarship 2025 for Diploma and Degree Students
Scholarship Open for	Boys & Girls
Scholarship Offered by	All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Government of India
Who can Apply ?	Indian orphan students, wards of COVID-19 deceased parents, or children of martyrs from Armed & Paramilitary forces pursuing technical Diploma/Degree in AICTE institutes with family income under ₹8 Lakh.
Scholarship Open for	All Over India
Scholarship Amount	Rs.50,000/- per year
Last Date to Apply	31 October 2025
Application Link for online	Click Here to apply
Guidelines	Click Here