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Research (PhD) Scholarship for SC/ST Students
PhD
Research
Scheduled Caste
Scheduled Tribe
Scholarship
Student
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The "Research (PhD) Scholarship for SC/ST Students" scheme, implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, offers financial support for PhD research work to Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe students. Eligible students receive ₹16,000/- per month, totaling ₹1,92,000/- per year, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.
To qualify, students should be registered for PhD research at any recognized university in India, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee. They must also hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks prescribed for SC/ST students as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines. Every year a quota of 100 scholarships for Scheduled Castes and 56 scholarships for Scheduled Tribes is fixed.
Benefits
- Under this scheme, SC/ST students registered for research (PhD) work at any university in India, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee, will receive a monthly scholarship of ₹16,000/-, totaling ₹1,92,000/- per year.
- The scholarship is provided for a maximum period of 3 years, subject to meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should be registered for PhD research at a recognized university in India, having, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee.
- The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category.
- The applicant should have obtained the minimum qualifying marks in their postgraduate degree as prescribed for SC/ST students by the University Grants Commission.
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents or guardians should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-, as set by the Madhya Pradesh Government's Tribal Welfare Department.
- Each year, a quota of 100 scholarships is allocated for Scheduled Castes and 56 scholarships for Scheduled Tribes.
Application Process
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- Advertisement Issuance: The Directorate of Higher Education issues the advertisement for the scheme.
- Application Scrutiny: The applications received are scrutinized, and applicants are selected within the prescribed quota limit.
- Approval and Disbursement: With the approval of the Commissioner of Higher Education, the amount is transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.
Documents Required
1. Passport-size photograph
2. Aadhaar card
3. Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
4. Previous class marksheet
5. Caste Certificate
6. Income certificate
7. Bank Passbook/bank account details
8. Any other documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions
How much financial support is provided under this scheme?
Eligible students receive ₹16,000/- per month, totaling ₹1,92,000/- per year.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Applicants must be native to Madhya Pradesh, registered for PhD research at a recognized university in India, belong to the SC/ST category, hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks as per UGC guidelines, and have an annual family income not exceeding ₹3,00,000/-.
What are the qualifications needed for the postgraduate degree?
Applicants must have obtained the minimum qualifying marks prescribed for SC/ST students by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
How long can a student receive the scholarship?
The scholarship is available for a maximum of 3 years, subject to meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria.
Is there a quota for the number of scholarships available?
Yes, each year, there is a quota of 100 scholarships for SC students and 56 scholarships for ST students.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the students?
The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.
Where can I find the advertisement for the scholarship?
The advertisement is issued by the Directorate of Higher Education, and it can be found on their official website or through local educational institutions. https://highereducation.mp.gov.in/
How are applications selected for the scholarship?
Applications are scrutinized based on eligibility criteria and selected within the prescribed quota limit.
Can students from outside Madhya Pradesh apply for this scholarship?
No, only students who are native to Madhya Pradesh are eligible to apply.
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Research (PhD) Scholarship for SC/ST Students
PhD
Research
Scheduled Caste
Scheduled Tribe
Scholarship
Student
Details
Benefits
Eligibility
Application Process
Documents Required
Frequently Asked Questions
The "Research (PhD) Scholarship for SC/ST Students" scheme, implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, offers financial support for PhD research work to Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe students. Eligible students receive ₹16,000/- per month, totaling ₹1,92,000/- per year, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.
To qualify, students should be registered for PhD research at any recognized university in India, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee. They must also hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks prescribed for SC/ST students as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines. Every year a quota of 100 scholarships for Scheduled Castes and 56 scholarships for Scheduled Tribes is fixed.
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