About this education scheme
The AICTE-SPICES scheme offers Rs. 1,00,000 to AICTE-approved institutions to develop student clubs that promote creativity and ethics. Applications are ongoing and can be submitted online through the AICTE portal.
The AICTE-SPICES scheme supports institutions in enhancing the overall development of students. It focuses on creating clubs that foster interests, creativity, and ethical values among students.
This initiative is managed by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) under the Ministry of Education.
Institutions can receive a one-time grant of Rs. 1,00,000 to establish these clubs, which should serve as models for others.
By promoting student engagement, the scheme aims to improve networking, teamwork, and management skills among students.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | AICTE – Scheme For Promoting Interests, Creativity And Ethics Among Students (AICTE - SPICES) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry of Education |
| Department | Department Of Higher Education |
| Benefit | The AICTE-SPICES scheme offers Rs. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | aicte-india.org (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE) |
| Scheme for | Infra |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Funding duration | One year |
| Minimum student members | 50 |
| Institute contribution | Minimum Rs. 1,00,000 |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5+ years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- One-time funding of Rs. 1,00,000
The grant is provided as an advance and can be used for various student activities and events. The funds are released after the completion of the project duration, which is one year.
Who qualifies
- Must be an AICTE-approved institution with at least 5 years of existence.
- Only one proposal per institute for a club with a minimum of 50 student members.
- Must contribute at least Rs. 1,00,000 to the club.
- Coordinator must be a full-time faculty with at least 10 years of experience.
- Co-coordinator must have at least 5 years of experience.
Who is not eligible
- Ex-students and ex-faculty members cannot be members of the club.
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Registration walkthrough
- Visit the AICTE website and log in with credentials.
- Navigate to the AQIS application section.
- Fill in the required details for the SPICES scheme.
- Upload necessary documents, including the bank mandate form.
- Submit the application.
To check the status of your application, log in to the AICTE portal with your credentials. You can view your application status in the application section.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Not providing complete documentation can lead to rejection.
- Applying for more than one club proposal from the same institute is not allowed.
- Failure to meet the minimum contribution requirement from the institution may result in disqualification.
- Incorrectly filling in coordinator and co-coordinator details can cause issues.
- Not adhering to the project duration of one year may lead to funding issues.
Frequently asked questions
Can non-technical clubs apply?
Yes, any club from an AICTE-approved institution can apply.
What happens if my institute has already received funding?
The institute can only receive the grant once under this scheme.
How many activities should the club conduct?
The club should conduct as many activities as possible throughout the year.
Can the grant be used for faculty expenses?
No, the grant can only be used for student-related activities.
What is the timeline for fund release?
Funds are released after the completion of the project, which lasts one year.
Is prior experience required for coordinators?
Yes, the coordinator must have at least 10 years of experience.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines aicte-india.org (PDF)
- FAQ www.aicte-india.org (PDF)
- User Guide - Application Process www.aicte-india.org (PDF)
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First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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