AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme For Engineering Students From AICTE Approved Engineering College/Institution in Kollam
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A Travel Grant Scheme by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and by the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), for the students from AICTE approved Engineering College/institutions. The scheme aims at enhancing the quality of engineering education in the country.
At a glance
- Scheme Name
- AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme For Engineering Students
- Managed By
- AICTE & INAE (Ministry of Education)
- Registration & Visa Fee
- 100% reimbursed (incl. travel insurance up to ₹5,000)
- Airfare
- 50% of actual/discounted airfare
- Maximum Support
- ₹1,00,000 per student
- Frequency
- Once during the course of study
Benefits
Registration & Visa:
- Reimbursement of 100% Registration Fee and Visa Fee including travel insurance up to ₹5,000.
Airfare:
- Reimbursement of 50% of the actual airfare or discounted/concessional air tickets along with local transport from the airport to the venue for presentation, in case not claimed from any other source.
Train Fare:
- Actual fare not exceeding AC II-Class train fare will be admissible for travel from the Technical Institution to the nearest airport and back in India.
Maximum Support:
- The maximum financial support per student for all the above reimbursements is limited to ₹1,00,000.
Eligibility
- The applicant must EITHER be a Pre-final/final year student of B.E./B.Tech, OR Integrated M.Tech and first/second-year student of M.E./M.Tech, OR a student pursuing MS Research, M.Sc. in Engineering, dual degree B.Tech and M.Tech or any degree with a minimum of 4 years of engineering studies.
- The applicant must be pursuing the degree course from an AICTE-approved Engineering Institution.
- The applicant must have scored a minimum of 7 CGPA or 65% in the previous year's annual examination.
- The applicant must possess a letter of acceptance for presenting a research paper accepted in a conference/seminar/symposium/workshop/exhibition abroad.
- NOTE: A student is eligible only once during the course of his/her study for financial support under the subject scheme.
Documents required
- Curriculum Vitae containing the Date of Birth and Age, Awards, Scholarships, Educational Qualification, Research Experience, and List of Publications.
- Passport Size Photograph.
- A copy of the Letter of Acceptance from the organizers of the event.
- Abstract/Full text of paper as submitted for the event.
- A brief on the Project Impact of the paper presented.
- A brief on Expected Outcome from the paper presented.
- A scanned copy of the Certificate by the student.
- A scanned copy of the Endorsement by the Head of the Institution.
How to apply
The application should be sent at least eight weeks prior to the date of presentation of the research paper, through email at [email protected] and as a hard copy to the following address: Executive Director, Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), Unit No 604-609, 6th Floor, Tower A, SPAZE I-Tech Park, Sector-49, Sohna Road, Gurgaon - 122 018. Phone: 0124-4239480; Fax: 0124-4239481; Website: www.inae.in.
About the scheme
The AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme, jointly run by AICTE and INAE under the Ministry of Education, provides financial support to engineering students of AICTE-approved institutions to travel abroad and present research papers accepted at international conferences, seminars, symposia, workshops, or exhibitions—enhancing the quality of engineering education.
Why it matters
- Global Exposure:
- Present research papers at conferences abroad.
- Fee Reimbursement:
- 100% registration and visa fee (up to ₹5,000).
- Travel Support:
- 50% airfare plus AC II-class train fare.
- Research Culture:
- Encourages student research and paper presentation.
Focus areas
- Paper Presentation:
- Supporting students presenting research abroad.
- Travel Funding:
- Registration, visa, airfare, and train fare.
- Quality Education:
- Enhancing engineering education quality.
Is this scheme right for you?
The AICTE-INAE Travel Grant Scheme opens the world stage to India's engineering students—funding travel to present accepted research papers abroad, up to ₹1,00,000. If you are a high-performing engineering student with a paper accepted at an international event, this scheme can help cover your costs.
Frequently asked questions
What are the required documents to apply for this scheme?
Curriculum Vitae containing the Date of Birth and Age, Awards, Scholarships, Educational Qualification, Research Experience and List of Publications. Passport Size Photograph. A copy of Letter of Acceptance from the organizers of the event. Abstract/Full text of paperas submitted for the event. A brief on Project Impact of the paper presented. A brief on Expected Outcome from the paper presented. A scanned copy of Certificate by the student. A scanned copy of Endorsement by the Head of the Institution.
Is there any age criteria to apply tot this scheme?
No,there is no age criteria for this scheme.
What should be the minimum educational Qualification of the applicant in order to be eligible to apply to this scheme?
The applicant must EITHER be a Pre-final/final year student of B.E./B.Tech, OR Integrated M.Tech and first/second-year student of M.E./M. Tech, OR Students pursuing MS Research, M.Sc. in Engineering, dual degree B.Tech and M.Tech or any degree with a minimum of 4 years of engineering studies.
What is the full form of INAE?
INAE stands for "Indian National Academy of Engineering".
Do I need to have a Letter Of Acceptance to apply?
Yes, The student should have a letter of acceptance for presenting a research paper which has been accepted in a conference/serninar/symposiurn/workshop/exhibition abroad.
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