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AICTE – Saksham Scholarship Scheme For Specially-Abled Student (Diploma)

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    Saksham is a Scholarship Scheme by the Ministry of Education, implemented by AICTE, aimed at providing encouragement and support to specially-abled children to pursue technical education. This is an attempt to give every young specially-abled student the opportunity to study further.

    Saksham is a Scholarship Scheme by the Ministry of Education, implemented by AICTE, aimed at providing encouragement and support to specially-abled children to pursue technical education. This is an attempt to give every young student, who is otherwise specially abled, the opportunity to study further and prepare for a successful future through technical education/ knowledge. Rs. 50,000/- per annum for every year of study i.e. maximum 3 years for the first year admitted students and maximum 2 years for the second year admitted students through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software, etc. The candidate should be admitted to the First year of the Diploma level course OR the Second year of the Diploma level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE-approved institutions of the respective year. Family income from all sources should not be more than Rs. 8 lakh per annum during the current financial year.

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    Implementing agency
    All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE)
    Scheme for
    Individual
    Launched
    01 Nov 2014
    DBT (direct bank transfer)
    Yes
    Launched on
    01 Nov 2014

    Amount and what it covers

    1. Rs. 50,000/- per annum for every year of study i.e. maximum 3 years for the first year admitted students and maximum 2 years for the second year admitted students through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software, etc.
    2. After selection, the awardee will be paid a scholarship through DBT mode on annual basis.
    3. The scholarship will be renewed for the next year of study on receipt of renewal through National Scholarship Portal by submitting a passing certificate/ mark sheet along with a letter from the Head of the Institution on the online portal

    Who can apply

    1. The candidate should be admitted to the first year of the diploma-level course or the second year of the diploma-level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE-approved institutions of the respective year.
    2. Specially-abled students have a disability of not less than 40%.
    3. Family income from all sources should not be more than Rs. 8,00,000/- per annum during the current financial year. A valid income certificate issued by the state/UT government needs to be enclosed.

    Who cannot apply

    1. Students failing to get promoted to the next class/ level would forfeit the scholarship.
    2. The gap period between the year of passing the qualifying examination and the session of admission in the diploma course should not be more than two years.
    3. If a candidate failed/drops out in a subsequent year, she/ he will not be eligible for further scholarship.
    4. The grant of scholarship is subject to the condition that the student does not receive any financial assistance in the shape of scholarship/any emoluments, salary, stipend, etc. from any other source during her/ his course of study in the Institute. In case of receipt of any financial assistance from any other sources, the scholarship shall be discontinued and the entire amount of the scholarship will have to be refunded to AICTE by D/Draft drawn in favor of “Member Secretary, AICTE” payable at New Delhi.

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    How to apply

    Online

    New Registration:

    Step 1: Visit the New Registration page of the National Scholarships Portal.

    Step 2: Guidelines for Registration will appear. Scroll to the bottom. Read the undertaking carefully and Accept the Terms. Click “Next”.

    Step 3: In the next window, enter your mobile number and OTP. Then click “Verify”.

    Step 4: After successful verification, continue with e-KYC process (as applicable).

    Step 5: Once completed, your reference number will be generated and the same will be sent to your registered phone number.

    Process for OTR ID Number Generation:

    Step 1: Download and install AadhaarFaceRD services in the android device.

    Step 2: Download and install the NSP OTR App from the Google Play Store.

    Step 3: After opening the mobile app Select the option “eKYC with FaceAuth” highlighted in red.

    Step 4: Enter the allotted reference number and click on “Send OTP” to receive OTP on your mobile no.

    Step 5: Enter the received OTP and captcha in the screen and click Next.

    Step 6: Click on “Proceed for Face Authentication” button highlighted in red.

    Step 7: UIDAI AadhaarFaceRD services will be invoked for face authentication. Ensure AadhaarFaceRD services are preinstalled on your device.

    Step 8: On Successful completion of face-authentication OTR no. will be generated and will also be sent on your registered mobile no.

    Fresh Application:

    Step 1: Visit the applicant Login page of the National Scholarships Portal Enter your One Time Registration (OTR) number and password.

    Step 2: Type the Captcha and click “Login”.

    Step 3: On the next screen, provide the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You will be directed to the Password Reset screen. Create a new password and confirm.

    Step 4: Click “Submit”. You will be directed to the “Applicant’s Dashboard”.

    Step 5: On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory. Fill in the details and upload the documents.

    Step 6: You can either click on “Save as Draft” to complete the application later. Else, click “Final Submit” to submit the application.

    Track Payment Status:

    The student can track their payment status from the template “Know Your Payment” in the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) Portal either by indicating their Aadhaar Number, Bank Account number or NSP Application ID.

    NOTE 1: The National Scholarships Portal will provide the timelines for opening & closing of the portal.

    NOTE 2: Online applications will be verified at two levels i.e. by the Institute, where the student is studying and thereafter by the concerned State Higher Education Department or any other Agency/ Official nominated by the State as State Nodal Agency (both for fresh and renewal applicants).

    NOTE 3: Students will not be permanently debarred for scholarships due to delay in renewal or verification. However, students will have to submit renewal applications within a cut-off date. Renewal for that year will not be allowed if an applicant misses this deadline.

    Dates to note

    Applications opened
    1 Nov 2014

    Questions readers ask

    I Am Studying In 3rd Year Of Diploma/ Degree Course. Will I Get Saksham Scholarship?

    No, you are not eligible.

    I Am Degree/Diploma Student And Recipient Of One Of The Merit Scholarships Of Centre / State Government. Am I Eligible To Apply For SAKSHAM Scholarship?

    No, Students who are already in receipt of any of the scholarships (Central Govt. / State Govt. / AICTE Sponsored), are not eligible to apply for SAKSHAM Scholarship.

    I Am First Year B.E Student Along With Beneficiary Of PMSSS Scheme Studying In One Of The Leading Engineering College Having Eligibility For SAKSHAM Scholarship. Am I Eligible To Apply For SAKSHAM Scholarship?

    No, you are not eligible, since you are already in receipt of one of the Scholarships of Government of India.

    What Is The Mode Of Disbursement Of Scholarship?

    Scholarship will be disbursed only through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in the bank account of the student by AICTE. Student must have General Saving Account in his / her name (FRILL/Minor/Joint account will not be accepted).

    Is AADHAAR Card A Mandatory Document For SAKSHAM Scholarship?

    Yes, Aadhaar card and Aadhaar seeded bank account in the name of candidate is mandatory for submitting online application under SAKSHAM scheme.

    Is There Any E-Mail (Or) Helpline No. For SAKSHAM Scholarship Queries?

    Yes, you can avail helpline services on saksham@aicte-india.org & 011-29581118 for any query

    Whom To Contact In Case Of Any Difficulties In Accessing The Portal For Submitting Online Application?

    You can avail Helpdesk Service on helpdesk@nsp.gov.in for any query.

    What Are The Reasons Of Direct Rejection Of Application Under SAKSHAM Scheme?

    Followings may be the reasons: • Student is admitted in Non-Technical courses or Course is not approved by AICTE in the current academic year. • University / Institute is not approved by the AICTE in the current academic year. • Incomplete/Wrong information filled in submitted application. Page 3 of 6 • Student admitted in duel degree courses. • Student is availing scholarship from any other sources. • Student admitted in Post-graduate courses. • Disability Certificate is not enclosed / Not issued by Competent Authority.

    What Are The Reasons Of Rejection Of Annual Family Income Certificate?

    Followings may be the reasons: • Annual family income certificate of current year is not submitted. • Annual family income certificate is not in the name of applicant or any his/her family member. • Submitted Annual family income certificate issued by other than competent authority (Tehshildar, Magistrate, Revenue officer/Block Development officer etc.). • Annual family income certificate submitted without signature/stamp of the competent authority.

    What Are The Reasons Of Rejection Of Promotion Certificate?

    Followings may be the reasons • Incomplete or blank promotion certificate submitted. • Promotion certificate submitted without college’s stamp or signature of the Principal / Director.

    What Are The Reasons Of Rejection Of HSC/SSC Certificate?

    Followings may be the reasons: • Copy of HSC/SSC certificate is blurred. • Copy of HSC/SSC certificate is not accessible. • Copy of HSC/SSC is not in the name of applicant. • Irrelevant Document attached in place of HSC/SSC.

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