India, Aug. 16 -- The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is accepting online applications for its Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Degree) on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Eligible girl students can apply for the scholarship at scholarships.gov.in.

The application deadline is October 31.

AICTE said this scholarship is aimed at providing assistance for the advancement of girls pursuing technical education. "Education is one of the most important means of empowering women with the knowledge, skill and self-confidence necessary to participate fully in the development process. This is an attempt to give young women the opportunity to further her education and prepare for a successful future". ...