AlCTE – Distinguished Professional Scheme

• Honorarium of Rs. 15,000 per day for full-day interactions.

The honorarium is paid for each day of interaction with faculty and students. Travel and local hospitality costs are covered by the host institution.

• Must be aged between 21 and 70 years.
• Must have made significant contributions to their field.
• Must be an acknowledged leader in their area of expertise.
• Should conduct at least 2 visits per month, with a maximum of 12 visits per year.

• No specific exclusions mentioned, but those not meeting eligibility criteria are not eligible.

• Resume/CV in PDF format.
• Educational documents (degrees, master's, Ph.D.) in chronological order in one PDF.
• Experience certificates in chronological order.
• Evidence of contributions in the field.
• Evidence of commitment to teaching and mentorship.

1. Fill out the Google Form to apply.
2. Provide required information and upload necessary documents.

To check the status of your application, you can contact the AICTE office or check the official portal for updates.

Example 1: A retired professor with significant contributions to engineering education is eligible because they meet the age and expertise criteria.

Example 2: A young professional under 21 is not eligible because they do not meet the minimum age requirement.

• Not providing all required documents.
• Missing the age criteria.
• Insufficient evidence of contributions.
• Not following the application process correctly.
• Failure to conduct the required number of visits.