Quality Improvement Programme (QIP)

Description
The scheme "Quality Improvement Programme" was launched by the All India Council for Technical Education AICTE in the year 1970. One of its primary objectives is to enhance the expertise and capabilities of faculty members in degree and diploma-level institutions across the country. The program is overseen by the All India Council for Technical Education. In the "Quality Improvement Programme," only sponsored teachers are eligible for admission to both Master& 39;s and Doctoral Degree Programs. The aim is to enable teachers to acquire Master& 39;s and Doctoral degrees and instil in them a culture of research and improved educational capabilities by exposing them to the environment of study institutions. Category The Scheme covers the following categories of applicants: 1. Faculty Members of AICTE-approved Polytechnic Institutes Diploma level with valid Faculty ID of AICTE for pursuing M.E./M.Tech. programs. 1. Faculty Members of AICTE approved Degree Level Engineering/Management Institutes with valid Faculty ID of AICTE for pursuing Ph.D. programs.

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Benefits
• Master of Engineering (ME) or Master of Technology (M.Tech) Programs: 2 years, with no provision for an extension.
• Ph.D. Program: The duration is normally 3 years, and in exceptional cases, it can be extended by 1 year as a special case at the Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) center, but without a scholarship for the extended period.
• Scholarship: ₹9,000 per month.
• Annual Contingency: ₹5,000 per annum.
• Scholarship: ₹15,000 per month.
• Annual Contingency: ₹15,000.
• Pre-Ph.D. Expenses: One-time lump sum amount.
• Travel Allowance (TA): ₹15,000.
• Daily Allowance (DA): ₹30,000 for a Pre-Ph.D. duration of 60 days (no TA & DA if the parent institute and admitting institute are the same). Full Pre-Ph.D. grant for offline work. For partial online and offline Pre-Ph.D. work, payment at the rate of ₹750 per day for the offline period, with no provision for Pre-Ph.D. payment for online work.
• Casual leave: 15 days in an academic year.
• Medical leave: Maximum of one month (30 days) in an academic year.
• Maternity/Paternity leave: as per Govt. of India norms issued from time to time at full rates of scholarship, etc. once during the tenure of their award. However, the maximum duration of the scholarship will not be extended in any circumstances.
• NOTE: Prior approval of the QIP center is mandatory for all leaves.
• The Scholarship/ Annual Contingency/ Pre- PhD etc. will be released through the online QIP portal directly to the beneficiary’s Aadhar-linked account through DBT mode.

Eligibility Criteria
1. > **1. For Master&#39;s Degree Program:**
2. - Full-time regular/permanent faculty members of AICTE-approved Polytechnic (Diploma) institutes having
3. One year of teaching experience at the polytechnic level.
4. A Bachelor&#39;s degree in the appropriate branch.
5. In addition to the above minimum eligibility, the criteria of the respective QIP center must be fulfilled.
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7. > **2. For Ph.D. Program in Engineering/Management:**
8. - Full-time regular/permanent faculty members of AICTE approved Degree Level institutes having
9. Three years of teaching experience at graduate-level institutes.
10. A Master&#39;s degree in the appropriate branch.
11. In addition to the above minimum eligibility, the criteria of the respective QIP center must be fulfilled.
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13. **NOTE:** All the eligibility for applying for the programme will be counted as on the last date of submission of the application as notified in the advertisement.

Application Process
Step 1: - Faculty Members of AICTE approved Institutions should visit the Official Website of QIP within the specified dates. Fill out the detailed online application form.
- Your application will undergo screening to ensure it meets the minimum eligibili…
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- Faculty Members of AICTE approved Institutions should visit the Official Website of QIP within the specified dates. Fill out the detailed online application form.
- Your application will undergo screening to ensure it meets the minimum eligibility criteria.
- If you meet the eligibility criteria, your application will be forwarded to the QIP center or institute based on your preferences.
- The respective QIP centers will then shortlist candidates for interviews/tests based on department-specific eligibility criteria.
- Shortlisted applicants will be informed about the interview/test details via email from the concerned QIP center(s)/Department.
- Based on your performance and recommendations from the QIP Institute, the National QIP Coordination Committee (NQCC) will prepare the final merit list.
- If you're selected, you'll receive an admission offer letter from the concerned QIP center/Department of the institute.
(a) Application Fee (Non-refundable):
- General/OBC Candidate: ₹1700/-
- SC/ST/PwD/Female Candidate: ₹850/-
- Link open for Online Application: 22nd February 2023
- Last date for submitting Online Application: 25th March 2023
- Result (Tentative): 3rd Week of June 2023

Required Documents
• Photograph: JPEG/PNG, 2 MB
• Signature: JPEG/PNG, 2 MB
• Aadhaar Card: PDF, 2 MB
• Experience Certificate: Single PDF of current as well as previous experiences, 10 MB
• 10th Marksheet: PDF, 2 MB
• 10th Certificate: PDF, 2 MB
• 12th Marksheet: PDF, 2 MB
• 12th Certificate: PDF, 2 MB
• Bachelor's Marksheet (Consolidated): PDF, 2 MB
• Bachelor's Degree: PDF, 2 MB
• Master's Marksheet (Compulsory only for Ph.D Applicants): PDF, 2 MB
• Master's Degree (Compulsory only for Ph.D Applicants): PDF, 2 MB
• GATE Certificate (if any): PDF, 2 MB
• NET UGC/CSIR (if any) Certificate: PDF, 2 MB
• JRF UGC/CSIR (if any) Certificate: PDF, 2 MB
• Category Certificate (Mandatory for SC/ST/OBC/EWS): PDF, 2 MB
• Non-Objection Certificate (NOC): PDF, 2 MB

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are maternity and paternity leaves available to scholars, and under what conditions?
A: Maternity/paternity leaves are granted as per Government of India norms issued from time to time at full rates of scholarship, but only once during the tenure of the award. The scholarship duration will not be extended under any circumstances.

Q: How are leaves managed for scholars in the QIP?
A: Scholars are entitled to 15 days of casual leave and a maximum of one month (30 days) of medical leave in an academic year.

Q: What are the components of the Pre-Ph.D. expenses?
A: Pre-Ph.D. expenses include a one-time lump sum amount, travel allowance (TA) of [?]15,000, daily allowance (DA) of [?]30,000 for a Pre-Ph.D. duration of 60 days (excluding TA & DA if the parent institute and admitting institute are the same).

Q: What is the scholarship amount for the Master of Engineering (ME) or Master of Technology (M.Tech) Programs?
A: The scholarship for ME/M.Tech Programs is [?]9,000 per month, along with an annual contingency of [?]5,000.

Q: How about the eligibility criteria for the Ph.D. Program in the QIP?
A: To apply for the Ph.D. Program, faculty members need three years of teaching experience at graduate-level institutes and a Master's degree in the relevant field.

Q: What organization initiated the QIP, and when did it begin?
A: The QIP was launched by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) in 1970.

Q: Can you explain the primary objective of the Quality Improvement Programme (QIP)?
A: The primary goal of the Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) is to enhance the expertise and capabilities of faculty members in degree and diploma-level institutions.

Q: What is the application fee, and is it refundable?
A: The application fee is [?]1700 for General/OBC candidates and [?]850 for SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates, and it is non-refundable.

Q: Can the scholarship be discontinued for any specific reasons?
A: The scholarship can be discontinued for misconduct, as recommended by the Head of the Institute. If terminated for disciplinary reasons, the scholar must refund all scholarships received during the course.

Q: What happens if a scholar does not complete the course or leaves midway?
A: Leaving midway or failing to complete the course will require repayment of the scholarship received.

Q: Are there any consequences if a scholar receives financial assistance from another organization during the course?
A: If a scholar receives financial assistance from another organization during the course, they won't receive the AICTE scholarship for that period.

Q: How is the mode of payment for scholarships handled in the QIP?
A: Scholarships and other allowances are released through the online QIP portal directly to the beneficiary's Aadhar-linked account through DBT mode.

Q: What happens if a selected candidate opts out, and how does this affect waitlisted candidates?
A: Waitlisted candidates may move up in the final list if a selected candidate opts out and does not join the institute. In such cases, the concerned QIP institute will issue an offer letter for admission to the waitlisted candidate. This ensures that available slots are efficiently filled.

Q: What should candidates do if they are selected by more than one QIP Institute?
A: If a candidate is selected by more than one QIP Institute, they must lock their preference within the provided timeline, as specified in the email they receive. This locking process is crucial to determine the final institute where the candidate will pursue the program.

Q: How will candidates receive their final admission offers?
A: The selected candidates will be informed through email or by checking the QIP portal. They will receive an admission offer letter from the concerned QIP Institute. The communication process is primarily electronic.

Q: How will candidates be notified if they are shortlisted for interviews/tests?
A: Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. The date and time of the interview/test will be mentioned in the email or in subsequent communication. It's vital for candidates to closely monitor their email to avoid missing these notifications.

Q: Is the application fee refundable if a candidate changes their mind or faces unforeseen circumstances?
A: No, the application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates should consider this before submitting their applications.