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Research Grant For In-Service Faculty Members
Ministry of Education
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Eligibility
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Application Process
Documents Required
- Scanned copy of your passport-size photograph and signature (size upto 1MB, format: jpg).
- Complete Research proposal (size upto 5 MB) and an abstract (size upto 1MB)
- After filling out the application form, an auto-generated form will be displayed on your screen. Please take the printout of the same, get it signed by the HoD/Registrar, and upload it before submitting the application form.
- Proof of being a single girl child has to be submitted from the parents on an affidavit of Rs. 100/- stamp paper duly attested by SDM/First Class Magistrate/Tahsildar as per the prescribed proforma. In case, the parents are not alive, the affidavit can be submitted by the guardian of the Candidate (Size: less than 1MB)
- For every Fellowship/Scholarship/Research Grant scheme of UGC, the beneficiary will have to submit feedback in the form of a report on the research work done on the web portal.
- After completion of the research work, the Institution concerned shall submit the summary of the awardee’s research work along with the published research papers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Only The Submission Of An Application Form Guarantee The Award Of A Fellowship And Research Grant?
No, mere submission of an application form does not guarantee the award of a Fellowship and Research Grant.
Who Shall Be Held Responsible If The Applicant Furnishes Incorrect/Incomplete Information That Results In The Cancellation Of His/Her Candidature?
It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide correct information, failing which he/she will be solely responsible for the cancellation for his/her candidature.
What Is Meant By "Aadhaar Seeding"?
The fellowship is directly paid to the research scholars in their bank accounts. For this, the bank account numbers of the scholars are required to be Aadhaar linked and verified. This process is called "Aadhaar Seeding". As per the instructions of the Government of India, the Aadhaar has been made mandatory for the disbursement of all Government subsidies/Scholarships/Fellowships which are disbursed directly into the beneficiary’s account. Accordingly, Aadhaar will be used as an Identifier for the release of grants under these schemes.
What Would Be The Mode Of Payment For The Scholarship/Fellowship?
The payment of the scholarship/fellowship will be through DBT.
Is There Validity To The Scheme's Benefits?
The benefits are provided till the complete duration of the course.
Can I Apply Offline For The Scholarship/Fellowship?
No. You need to visit the official website to apply.
How Are The Applications Invited For The Purpose Of This Scheme? Is The Application Process Online?
Applications are invited through online mode once in a year through advertisements in leading newspapers & employment news. Short notification is also uploaded in the UGC website i.e. www.ugc.ac.in
Is There Any Application Fee?
No. The entire application process is completely free of cost.
Do I Need To Complete The Application In One Sitting?
No. You can save the application as draft and continue at a later time before the deadline.
How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have a red asterisk (*) mark at the end.
To Whom Should The Candidates Reach Out If They Have Any Doubts Regarding The UGC Scholarship/Fellowship Scheme?
The candidates can reach out to the helpdesk if they have any doubts regarding the UGC scholarship and fellowship schemes. Given below is the UGC helpline for scholarships/fellowships: Address: UGC, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002. UGC Scholarship Contact No: 011-23604446, 011-23604200 Email ID: webmaster.ugc.help@gmail.com
What Is The Objective Of This Fellowship Scheme?
The objective of this research grant is to provide opportunities to regularly appointed faculty members of Universities/ Institutes/ Colleges (hereinafter “Institutions”) to pursue research in their area(s).
What Will Be The Tenure Of The Fellowship?
The tenure of the fellowship will be 2 years.
How Many Slots Are There In The Fellowship?
There are 200 slots or as may be decided by the Commission.
What Is The Amount Of The Quantum Of Support?
The quantum of support under the scheme is ₹ 10,00,000. The grant can be utilized for purchasing items like minor equipment, consumables, contingencies, fieldwork, travel, etc.
Will The Grant Be Released In A Lump Sum Or In Installments?
The grant will be released in 3 installments to the university. (i) Initially, 50% of the grant will be released on receipt of the joining report (Annexure-I). (iii) The next installment of 25% of the research grant shall be paid on submission of the utilization certificate (Annexure II) of the first installment. (ii) The final installment of 25% of the research grant shall be released on a reimbursement basis on submitting the claims and utilization certificate of the second installment. However, the tenure to utilize the whole grant shall be 2 years from the release of the first installment of the research grant.
Can The Grant Be Used For International Travel, And Purchasing Furniture Items?
No, The grant cannot be used for international travel, purchasing furniture items, or for appointing a project assistant or research fellow.
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