AKTU New Scholarship Verification and Affidavit Rules for 2026: What Must Students and Institutes Do Now?

AKTU New Scholarship Verification and Affidavit Rules for 2026

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) has issued an important notification that directly impacts scholarship applicants and affiliated institutes for the 2025–26 academic session.

The university has tightened its verification process and made a physical affidavit mandatory, placing clear responsibility on institutes for the accuracy and eligibility of forwarded applications.

If you’re a student applying for an AKTU scholarship or an institute involved in verification and forwarding, this guide explains exactly what has changed, the key deadlines, and what actions you must take—before it’s too late.

Official AKTU Notification Overview

AKTU has instructed all affiliated Directors and Principals to strictly follow updated procedures for:

1. Online verification of scholarship applications
2. Submission of a verified student list
3. Submission of a physical affidavit certifying correctness and eligibility

The official notification can be accessed here:👉 Read full Circular here

The goal is simple but strict:

Ensure only eligible students receive scholarships and eliminate data errors, duplication, and misuse.

Mandatory Verification & Affidavit Requirements for Institutes

Who Must Submit the Affidavit?

1. The Director / Head of the Institute
2. Submission must be physical (hard copy)
3. Institutes cannot bypass or delegate this responsibility

What the Institute Must Certify in the Affidavit

Through the affidavit, the Director must officially certify that:

1. Enrollment Confirmation : All students forwarded are currently studying in the institute.
2. Data Accuracy : Every detail entered by students in the online application has been thoroughly checked and is error-free.
3. Eligibility Compliance : Only students eligible under official scholarship guidelines have been recommended.
4. No Multiple Scholarships : No student in the forwarded list has applied for any other scholarship scheme, including Central Government scholarships.

Even a single incorrect or ineligible entry can lead to rejection, delays, or institutional accountability.

Critical Submission Deadline

📅 February 5, 2026

By this date, institutes must submit:

1. The verified list of students
2. The physical affidavit signed by the Director

❗ Missing this deadline may result in applications not being forwarded at all, regardless of student eligibility.

Revised Scholarship Timeline (General, OBC & Minority Categories)

Due to technical issues in locking master data in multiple districts, AKTU has released a revised schedule.

Student-Level Timeline

Institute-Level Timeline

Correction, Locking & Fund Transfer

Scholarship Schedule for SC/ST Categories

AKTU has provided a separate and extended schedule for students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST).

Key Phases

Mandatory Guidelines & Accountability for Institutes

AKTU has clearly stated that institutes and nodal officers will be held personally responsible for errors or delays.

Result Status Rules

1. Institutes must forward applications only for students who have passed or been promoted with marks.
2. If results are pending, the option “Result Not Yet Declared” must be selected to freeze the application.

Data Accuracy & Attendance Rules

1. Attendance percentage must be entered correctly.
2. Enrollment numbers must match official records.
3. Incorrect or inflated data can lead to blocking of institutions or courses.

Responsibility of Nodal Officers

1. Delays in forwarding
2. Incorrect verification
3. Recommending ineligible students

➡️ All of the above can result in personal accountability of the nodal officer.

Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Scholarship Rejection

1. Applying under multiple scholarship schemes
2. Incorrect Aadhaar or bank account linkage
3. Missing or late affidavit submission
4. Data mismatch in attendance or enrollment
5. Institute forwarding applications without verification

What Should Be Done Immediately? (Final Checklist)

✅ For Students

1. Double-check all personal, academic, and bank details
2. Ensure Aadhaar is linked to your bank account
3. Submit hard copies to your institute on time
4. Use the correction window if needed

✅ For Institutes

1. Verify every application manually
2. Forward only eligible and result-cleared students
3. Prepare and submit the physical affidavit before February 5, 2026
4. Monitor nodal officer actions closely

Final Takeaway

AKTU’s new scholarship verification and affidavit rules for 2026 are not routine formalities. They are strict compliance measures with real consequences for both students and institutions.

Early verification, accurate data, and timely submission are the only way to ensure scholarships are approved without delays or rejections.

If you are involved at any stage—act now, not at the deadline.