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Scheme For Award Of Senior/Junior Fellowships To Outstanding Persons In The Fields Of Culture
Ministry Of Culture
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Benefits
- Under this Scheme 200 of each of the Junior and Senior Fellows are selected every year.
- The stipend of ₹20,000/- per month will be given to each artist under the senior fellowships for a period of two years in the age group of above 40 years.
- The stipend of ₹10,000/- per month will be given to each artist under the junior fellowships for a period of two years in the age group of 25-40 years.
- In addition, there could be a one-time grant up to a maximum of ₹20,000/- or 50% of the cost of the publication, whichever is less, for the publication of selected Project documents. This will be restricted to 20% of the awardees.
Eligibility
- The age of the applicant should be above 40 years for applying under senior fellowships.
- The age of the applicant should be between 25-40 years for applying under junior fellowships.
- Graduation is the minimum educational qualification for applicants in the fields/areas mentioned in the scheme guideline.
- Applicants for senior fellowship should not be the recipient of pension from the Ministry of Culture under the scheme for grant of financial assistance to artists in indigent circumstances.
- An applicant should not have availed of the same fellowship earlier. However, an applicant who had been awarded a Junior Fellowship can apply for a Senior Fellowship, provided 5 years have elapsed after the closure of the earlier project.
Exclusions
Application Process
Documents Required
- Identity proof
- Passport size photographs
- Proof of age i.e. Birth Certificate etc.
- Documents of educational qualifications
- Bank account details
- Caste certificate
- NOC/consent letter of their employer (In case of employed applicants )
- If the applicant is employed in the Central/State Government Departments/Institutions/University etc., a copy of written assurance from his/her Head of Department that in case the Fellowship is sanctioned, the candidate would be granted leave for the duration of the Fellowship.
- An undertaking:
- a. Whether you are employed in the Central/State Government Departments/Institutions/University etc or not employed by any organization.
- b. Whether you have availed of Junior Fellowship earlier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to encourage the analytical application of new research techniques, technological and management principles to contemporary issues in areas related to art and culture.
Which ministry has started the scheme?
Ministry of Culture, Government of India
Is this Central Sector Scheme?
Yes, this is a Central Sector Scheme.
What are the benefits of the scheme?
The junior & senior fellows are paid grant money @ ₹10,000/- and ₹20,000/- per month respectively for a period of two years.
What other benefits will be given to the fellows?
There could be also a one-time grant up to a maximum of ₹20,000/- or 50% of the cost of the publication, whichever is less, for the publication of selected Project documents. This will be restricted to 20% of the awardees.
How many numbers of fellowships will be given each year?
The number of fellowships will be up to 400 each year.
What should the minimum educational qualification be required for applying under the scheme?
Graduation is the minimum educational qualification required for applicants applying under the scheme.
What is the age criterion for an applicant applying for junior fellowships?
The applicant applying under the junior fellowships should be between 25 to 40 years.
What is the age criterion for an applicant applying for senior fellowships?
The age of the applicant should be above 40 years applying under senior fellowships.
Can an applicant who is the recipient of a pension from the Ministry of Culture be eligible to apply under the scheme?
No, the applicant should not be the recipient of a pension from the Ministry of Culture under the scheme for the grant of financial assistance to artists in indigent circumstances.
Can an applicant avail of the benefits of the same fellowship more than once?
No, the applicant should not have availed of the same fellowship earlier.
Can an applicant who had been awarded a Junior Fellowship apply for a Senior Fellowship?
Yes, an applicant who had been awarded a Junior Fellowship can apply for a Senior Fellowship, provided 5 years have elapsed after the closure of the earlier project.
When will the review or assessment of performance be carried out?
A mid-term review/assessment of performance in each case will be carried out after one year and further continuance of Fellowship will depend on such review/assessment.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
The applicant may apply through online mode. Applicants are required to submit online applications on the Website of the Ministry of Culture or Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT).
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