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The National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities (NFPwD) is a fellowship scheme launched by the Government of India in 2012-13 to increase opportunities for students with disabilities to pursue higher education leading to degrees such as M. Phil. and Ph.D. The scheme is implemented by the University Grants Commission (UGC) on behalf of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The NFPwD scheme provides financial assistance to students with disabilities who are pursuing M. Phil. and Ph.D. degrees in any university/institution recognized by the UGC. The fellowship is awarded on the basis of merit and the student's disability certificate
Benefits
The value of the fellowship is as follows:
- The fellowship provides financial assistance to students with disabilities to pursue M. Phil. and Ph.D. degrees.
- The fellowship is awarded on the basis of merit and the student's disability certificate.
- The value of the fellowship is ₹ 31,000 per month for Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) and ₹ 35,500 per month for Senior Research Fellows (SRFs).
- The fellowship is awarded for a maximum period of five years, including the JRF and SRF periods.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a person with disability (PWD) as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, with at least 40% disability.
- The applicant must have a valid disability certificate issued by the competent authority.
- The applicant must have secured admission to an M. Phil. or Ph.D. program in a university/institution recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
- The applicant must have a good academic record.
Application Process
Online
- To apply for the National Fellowship for Persons with Disabilities (NFPwD), applicants must visit the University Grants Commission's (UGC) NFPwD website.
- On the home page, go to the "Scholarships/Fellowships" section and click "View All."
- Scroll down to find the "National Fellowship for Persons with Disabilities" link and click "See Detailed Information."
- Read the detailed information carefully.
- Then, click "Apply for Fresh Registration (Click Here)." The registration form will open on the screen.
- Follow the instructions on the screen carefully and enter the required information, including the captcha code.
- Click "Register" to complete the process.
- Next, provide the remaining information in the form and upload the required documents.
- Finally, click "Submit
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Matric Certificate.
- Educational Certificates.
- Admission Proof.
- Identity proof.
- Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC.
- PWD Certificate.
- Email ID.
- Mobile Number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this scheme
A Scheme "National Fellowship For Students With Disabilities" was initiated by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under the "Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment".
Who is eligible for the NFPwD scheme?
The following students are eligible for the NFPwD scheme:
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, with at least 40% disability.
Students who have secured admission to an M. Phil. or Ph.D. program in a university/institution recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
What is the value of the NFPwD fellowship?
The value of the NFPwD fellowship is as follows:
1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹ 31,000 per month
2. Senior Research Fellow (SRF): ₹ 35,500 per month
What is the duration of the NFPwD fellowship?
The NFPwD fellowship is awarded for a maximum period of five years, including the JRF and SRF periods.
How do I apply for the NFPwD fellowship?
Students can apply for the NFPwD fellowship through the online application portal of the UGC. The last date for applying for the fellowship is usually in the month of June.
What documents do I need to upload to apply for the NFPwD fellowship?
1. Disability certificate
2. Mark sheets of all previous qualifying examinations
3. Admission letter to the M. Phil. or Ph.D. program
4. Research proposal
5. Two passport size photographs
What are the selection criteria for the NFPwD fellowship?
The selection criteria for the NFPwD fellowship are as follows:
1. Merit
2. Disability certificate
When will I be notified if I have been selected for the NFPwD fellowship?
The UGC will notify the selected students through email.
What should I do if I have not been selected for the NFPwD fellowship?
Students who have not been selected for the NFPwD fellowship can reapply in the following year. They can also explore other funding opportunities for students with disabilities.
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Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities
Education
Fellowship
Learning
Details
Benefits
Eligibility
Application Process
Documents Required
Frequently Asked Questions
The National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities (NFPwD) is a fellowship scheme launched by the Government of India in 2012-13 to increase opportunities for students with disabilities to pursue higher education leading to degrees such as M. Phil. and Ph.D. The scheme is implemented by the University Grants Commission (UGC) on behalf of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The NFPwD scheme provides financial assistance to students with disabilities who are pursuing M. Phil. and Ph.D. degrees in any university/institution recognized by the UGC. The fellowship is awarded on the basis of merit and the student's disability certificate
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