AICTE Doctoral Fellowships for PhD in Engineering, Technology, Management, and Related Fields (India) All India Council for Technical Education in

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Doctoral Fellowship (ADF) is now open for applications from first-year PhD students admitted in AICTE approved institutes and programs for the academic year 2025-26. This prestigious fellowship supports doctoral research in a wide range of fields, including Engineering and Technology, Management, Design, Planning, Applied Science, Applied Arts, Crafts and Design, Hotel Management and Catering Technology, and Computer Application. The scheme is designed to foster high-quality research and innovation in technical education across India.

Eligible applicants must have secured admission to a PhD program in one of the approved disciplines and must have qualified the relevant examination as per the scheme guidelines. The fellowship typically offers comprehensive financial support, including a stipend and possible tuition coverage, though applicants are encouraged to consult the official scheme documentation for detailed funding information.

The application deadline is 10th April 2026. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and application process outlined in the official guidelines, accessible via the provided link. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring researchers aiming to advance their academic careers in fields such as Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business Management, Art, and Hospitality Management, among others.

For further details and to apply, visit the official AICTE fellowship page. The announcement is shared by Professor Emeritus S.K. Varshney of Delhi University, a prominent academic and science facilitator in India.