AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme 2025

Scholarship Amount

₹1,00,000

About This Scholarship

The AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme 2025, also known as the AICTE International Faculty Development Program (IFP) 2025, is a significant initiative by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), operating under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. This program aims to enhance the academic, research, and professional capabilities of faculty members across India.

It provides a unique opportunity for selected faculty to engage in:
• Advanced training
• Collaborative research initiatives
• Exposure to international best practices at renowned global institutions

Selected participants will receive an award of up to ₹1,00,000 to support their involvement in the program.

Key Dates:
Application Start: 8 September 2025
Application Deadline: 15 October 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme 2025, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Be a regular full-time faculty member of an AICTE-approved institution.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of teaching and/or research experience.
• Demonstrate academic excellence and active involvement in research or innovation.
• Fulfill at least one of the following additional criteria:
• Have qualified in examinations such as GATE, GRE, CAT, MAT, JRF, SRF, NET, or other entrance examinations conducted by State/Central Government, Universities, or Agencies for admission to PG/Doctoral programmes.
• Have authored a minimum of 05 articles in Scopus or Web of Science (WoS) indexed journals.
• Possess a proven track record of successfully completing projects funded by the Central/State Government or relevant Agencies, with a total project value of ₹15 Lakhs or more.
• Be a recipient of young scientist awards or other proficiency awards constituted by the State/Central Government, Universities, or Agencies.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents as part of their application for the AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme 2025:

Academic Transcript: Official records of your academic qualifications and performance.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed resume outlining your educational background, professional experience, research activities, and publications.
Passport Copy and Identity Proof: A clear copy of your passport and other valid identity proof.
Research Publications/Teaching Portfolio: Evidence of your research work (e.g., copies of published articles, research papers) or a teaching portfolio showcasing your pedagogical contributions.
Institutional Recommendation Letter: A formal letter of recommendation from your parent institution.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Parent Institute: A certificate confirming that your parent institution has no objection to your participation in the fellowship programme.
Notarised Affidavit: An affidavit notarised by a public notary member, as required by the programme guidelines.

How to Apply

Eligible applicants can apply for the AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme 2025 by following these steps:

1. Access the application portal: Visit the official AICTE website (ifp.aicte.gov.in) and navigate to the application section for the AICTE International Faculty Development Program (IFP) 2025.
2. Register or Log In:
• If you are a new user, click on the 'Register' button and provide the necessary registration details.
• If you are an existing user, log in using your registered Gmail, mobile number, or email ID.
3. Review Instructions: Once logged in, carefully scroll through and read all the provided instructions. Mark the tick box confirming you have read them and click on the ‘Submit’ button to proceed.
4. Complete Application Form: Fill in all the required personal, academic, and professional details accurately in the application form.
5. Final Submission: After ensuring all information is correct and complete, click on the ‘Submit’ button to finalize your application. You may be required to log in again after initial registration to continue or finalize your application.