All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Overview

Official Name: All India Council for Technical Education
Common Short Names: AICTE
Type: Statutory Body under Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India
Year Established: 1945 (as an advisory body), given statutory status in 1987 under AICTE Act
Campus Location: Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Approved by Ministry of Education (MoE) of India
- Recognized as statutory council for technical education in India
- Does not have NAAC grades as it is a regulatory body, not a university
Official Website: https://www.aicte-india.org

Founder: Constituted by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India
Chairman: Check current updates on official site - typically appointed by Government of India
Student Population: Not applicable (regulatory council)
Departments/Faculties: Regulates all technical education institutions offering Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Architecture, etc. across India
Contact: AICTE Campus, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi - 110070, Phone: +91-11-29581000, Email: helpdesk.aicte@aicte-india.org
NAAC Grade: Not applicable
Rankings: Not applicable as AICTE is a regulatory body, not an educational institute.

Regulated Faculties: Engineering, Management, Architecture, Pharmacy, Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Applied Arts and Crafts, etc.
Program Types: UG, PG, Diploma, PhD (offered by affiliated institutions, AICTE provides approval for these programs)
Popular Courses: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E)/Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Technology (M.Tech), Bachelor of Pharmacy (B Pharm), etc.
Duration: Typically 3-5 years depending on program
Mode: Regular mode (distance and online modes regulated separately)
Intake: Varies by institution, regulated via AICTE approval process

Admission Modes: Mostly national/state entrance exams; merit-based admissions in affiliated institutions
Accepted Entrance Exams:
- JEE Main (Engineering UG)
- GATE (Engineering PG)
- MHT-CET and other State CETs
- CAT/MAT/XAT (Management)
- NEET (Pharmacy/Medical-related, though regulated by NMC/PCI for medical)
Admission Timeline: Typically April to August, varies by institution and state (refer institution websites)
Application Process: AICTE does not conduct admissions; all applications are to be made directly to affiliated institutes or through state/national counselling portals.
AICTE Approval & E-Approval Process: Institutes apply for program approvals annually via AICTE Approval Portal

For Undergraduate Engineering Programs: 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics along with Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational subject, minimum 45-50% aggregate (varies by institution)
For Postgraduate Programs (M.Tech, MBA): Relevant bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (reserved categories get relaxations)
Documents Required:
- Mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation)
- Entrance exam scorecards
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- ID proof (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- Passport size photographs
- Caste/Income certificate for scholarships

Fee Range (Indicative): Tuition fees vary widely by institution; typical range for UG Engineering: ₹50,000 to ₹2,00,000 per annum
Other Fees: Hostel fees, examination fees, and other charges vary by institution
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Central and State Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories
- AICTE Scholarships like Pragati (for girls), Saksham (for differently-abled students) (AICTE Scholarship Portal)
- Merit-based scholarships by individual institutes

Placements: Data varies by institute; AICTE encourages all technical institutions to maintain placement records
Average Placement Percentage: Varies widely; premier institutions show 70-90%
Top Recruiters: IT firms, Manufacturing, Consulting, BFSI sectors across India
Placement Cell: Present in affiliated institutions, regulated for standards by AICTE
Internship Support: Mandatory internships for many programs, monitored by affiliated colleges under AICTE norms

Facilities: AICTE does not operate campuses but mandates standards for affiliated institutions including laboratories, libraries, hostels, sports complexes, Wi-Fi, transport, healthcare, and student clubs
Research Centres: Encouraged within technical institutions for innovation and consultancy services
Festivals & Extracurriculars: AICTE promotes technical and cultural events through affiliated institutes

Faculty: AICTE frames norms for faculty recruitment and development (qualifications, pay scales, refresher courses)
Research Grants: Facilitates sponsored research schemes and Industry-Institute Partnership Programmes
Collaborations: AICTE has MoUs with various international and national organizations to boost faculty & student exchange and research

NIRF: Not applicable – AICTE is a regulatory authority. Individual institutions recognized by AICTE are ranked separately.
NAAC: Not applicable for AICTE body
Others: AICTE recognized institutes participate in QS India, India Today rankings

Results & Cut-offs: Managed by individual institutions or state/national authority conducting entrance exams
Seat Matrix: Published annually by AICTE through approval process for technical institutions: AICTE Seat Matrix Portal

Nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi (Approx. 20 km from AICTE HQ)
Nearest Railway Station: New Delhi Railway Station (around 12 km)
City Connectivity: AICTE Headquarters located in Vasant Kunj, accessible by Delhi Metro (nearby stations: Chhattarpur, Vasant Vihar)
Local Transit: Buses, Autos, and Metro provide good connectivity to AICTE office

Q: What is AICTE?
A: AICTE is the statutory body for planning and quality assurance of technical education institutions in India. (Source)
Q: Does AICTE conduct entrance exams?
A: No, AICTE only regulates; admissions are via national/state level exams like JEE Main, GATE, CAT, etc.
Q: How do institutions get AICTE approval?
A: Institutes apply annually online at AICTE's official approval portal. (Learn more)
Q: Are online technical courses approved by AICTE?
A: Yes, AICTE regulates online programs under its e-learning initiatives as per guidelines.
Q: Can students apply for AICTE scholarships?
A: Yes, students can apply via the AICTE Scholarship Portal. (Scholarship Portal)
Q: Does AICTE provide rankings?
A: No, AICTE does not rank institutes; ranking is done by NIRF and other agencies.
Q: What is the role of AICTE in placements?
A: AICTE mandates minimum placement efforts and internship opportunities in affiliated institutions.
Q: Can private colleges offer courses without AICTE approval?
A: No, technical programs must be approved by AICTE or the respective statutory council.
Q: How can I contact AICTE for queries?
A: Call +91-11-29581000 or email helpdesk.aicte@aicte-india.org.
Q: Where are AICTE's offices located?
A: Main office in New Delhi at Vasant Kunj. Details on Contact Page.