About this scheme
The AICTE-Professional Development Scheme supports regular faculty of AICTE approved institutes to present research papers at international conferences. It offers funding up to Rs. 1,50,000 based on the conference location. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The AICTE-Professional Development Scheme is designed to help meritorious faculty engage in international conferences, seminars, and symposia. This scheme is managed by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
Participants can receive financial support to present their research at events both in India and abroad. This initiative aims to keep faculty updated on global advancements in their fields.
The scheme is significant as it helps enhance the quality of education by encouraging faculty participation in international academic discussions.
More from the official listing
- Scheme for
- Infra
- DBT (direct bank transfer)
- No
- Min age for applicants
- 5 years
What you get
- Up to Rs. 1,50,000 for conferences in Group A countries
- Up to Rs. 1,20,000 for Group B countries
- Up to Rs. 1,00,000 for Group C countries
- Up to Rs. 50,000 for conferences within India
Funds are reimbursed based on the submission of a claim form and relevant documents.
Who can apply
- Full-time regular faculty from AICTE approved institutes
- Officers of Assistant Director and above in AICTE
- Must be at least 5 years old
- Must not have availed grant under this scheme in the last three years
- Must have acceptance of paper from conference organizers
Papers to keep ready
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How to apply
- Visit the official website and click on 'New Institute'.
- Click on 'Sign Up Now' to register as a new user.
- Verify your email and mobile number.
- Log in to the AQIS Application Screen.
- Fill in the required details and create an AQIS Application.
- Select 'AICTE-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHEME' from the drop-down list.
- Complete the application and click on 'Submit'.
Worked examples
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A full-time regular faculty member from an AICTE approved institute who has received acceptance for their paper can apply for funding under this scheme. A faculty member who has already availed the grant in the last three years is not eligible to apply again.
Common slips
- Not submitting the application three months in advance.
- Overlooking the need for a certificate from Air India if using another airline.
- Failing to submit all required documents, especially the letter of acceptance for the paper.
Questions readers ask
What is the AICTE-Professional Development Scheme?
It supports faculty to present research papers at international conferences.
Who manages this scheme?
The scheme is managed by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
What is the funding limit?
Funding can go up to Rs. 1,50,000 depending on the conference location.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Full-time regular faculty from AICTE approved institutes and certain AICTE officers can apply.
When should the application be submitted?
Applications should be submitted three months in advance.
How is the funding disbursed?
The funds are reimbursed based on the submission of a claim form and relevant documents.
Apply through the official channel
Applications are taken only by the government office that runs the scheme, on its portal or at the office named in the order. Applying costs nothing, and nobody can charge you to get an application approved.
Open the official portal portal.aicte.gov.in- Guidelines aicte-india.org · PDF
- User Manual aicte-india.org · PDF
- Approved Conference List aicte-india.org · PDF
- Application Link portal.aicte.gov.in
tnrsp.com is an independent handbook and is not part of the Government of India or of any State government. Rules and amounts change: read the official order before you apply, and never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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