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Central Government Scheme Ministry of Education

Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence

MODROB scheme, one of the AICTE Quality Improvement Scheme (AQIS), intends to support the development of laboratories with appropriate equipment/ technology/ tools/ software and encourages financial contribution from the industry.

Ministry / Dept.
Ministry of Education
Scheme Level
Central
Applicable In
All India (Central Scheme)
Category
Education & Learning
How to Apply
Online
Apply on Official Portal

About the Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence Scheme

Introduction

(a) MODROB scheme, one of the AICTE Quality Improvement Scheme (AQIS), intends to support the development of laboratories with appropriate equipment/ technology/ tools/ software and encourages financial contribution from the industry. This is to ensure that the practical work and project work to be carried out by students is contemporary and suits the needs of the industry.

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(b) In order to promote a problem-solving approach among the students and staff, the institutes are encouraged to procure the equipment as per the revisions/modifications in the AICTE Model Curriculum

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(c) The funds under this Scheme could ideally be used to create technical infrastructure for a revised curriculum. for up-gradation of equipment in existing laboratories, enhancement of performance of existing equipment, or replacement of depreciated equipment with modern equipment.

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(d)The equipment installed can also be used to benefit the faculty/students through Continuing Education programs and also local industry through consultancy work and in training their workers.

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(e) This scheme has three variants addressing the needs of:

(i) MODROB- Aspiring Institutes

(ii) MODROB- Polytechnic

(iii) MODROB- Regular

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Objective

MODROB Scheme aims to modernize and remove obsolescence in the Laboratories/ Workshops/Computing facilities so as to maintain the quality of the practical components of technical education and promote experimental research and hands-on training.

Eligibility Criteria

MODROBS - Aspiring Institutions

a) AICTE-approved technical institutions / University Departments with at least 10 years of existence (at least 5 years if the institute is located in a rural area).

b) The Institute shall have more than 50% admission for the past 3 years.

c) The Institute had not been sanctioned any MODROB Project earlier.

d) Maximum 3 proposals per institute per year (Not more than one proposal is accepted from the same department)

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MODROBS - Regular

a) AICTE-approved technical institutions / University Departments with at least 10 years of existence (at least 5 years if the institute is located in a rural area) having live NBA accreditation

b) The Institute shall have more than 60% admission for the past 3 years.

c) The department applying should not have received the MODROB project in the last two years i.e. the department who have received a grant in the last two years are not eligible.

d) Maximum 3 proposals per institute per year (Including sanctioned earlier but not completed) would be considered.

e) Preference will be given to the institution having the involvement of industry in the modernization of the laboratory.

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MODROBS - Polytechnic

a) The Polytechnic Institute is approved by AICTE with at least 10 years of existence (at least 5 years if the institute is located in a rural area)

b) The Institute shall have more than 60 % admission for the past 3 years

c) Maximum 3 proposals per institute per year (Not more than one proposal is accepted from the same department)

How to Apply for Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence

Application mode: Online

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence scheme?

Introduction (a) MODROB scheme, one of the AICTE Quality Improvement Scheme (AQIS), intends to support the development of laboratories with appropriate equipment/ technology/ tools/ software and encourages financial contribution from the industry. This is to ensure that the prac…

Who is eligible for Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence?

MODROBS - Aspiring Institutions a) AICTE-approved technical institutions / University Departments with at least 10 years of existence (at least 5 years if the institute is located in a rural area). b) The Institute shall have more than 50% admission for the past 3 years. c) The Institute had not be…

What benefits does Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence provide?

Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence provides government benefits to eligible applicants. See the benefits section for specifics.

How can I apply for Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence?

You can apply for Modernisation And Removal Of Obsolescence via Online. Follow the step-by-step process in the "How to Apply" section above.

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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