The Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil & Ph.D for Scheduled Caste Students is an initiative by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) students pursuing M.Phil and Ph.D programs at recognized universities.
Benefits
Scholarship Rate per Student:
- M.Phil: ₹2,500/- per month (For 10 Months)
- Ph.D: ₹10,000/- per month (For 10 Months)
Eligibility
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Gujarat.
- Must be enrolled in an M.Phil or Ph.D. program at a recognized university.
- Annual family income should be ₹6,00,000/- or less.
- Students must submit their thesis to receive the financial assistance.
Application Process
Online Application Steps
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Visit the Digital Gujarat Portal:
- Go to Digital Gujarat Portal
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Registration:
- Click on ‘Register’ on the homepage.
- Enter Mobile Number, Email, Password and click ‘Save’.
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Login & Profile Update:
- Login using your User ID (Mobile/Email) & Password.
- Click on ‘My Profile’ and update all mandatory details.
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Select Scholarship Services:
- Under ‘Services’, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and click on ‘SC Scheme’.
- Choose the financial year and click on ‘Change Financial Year’.
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Fill Application Form:
- Select the fellowship scheme, read the instructions, and click ‘Continue to Service’.
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
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Submit Application:
- Click ‘Save as Draft’, agree to the terms & conditions, and click ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.
Documents Required
- Passport size photo
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Income Certificate (Form No. 16 required for Govt. Employee)
- Caste Certificate (From Competent Authority)
- First Page of Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque
- 10th & 12th Standard Marksheet
- School Leaving Certificate (If Any)
- Marriage Certificate (If Any)
- Death Certificate of Father (If Not Alive)
- Break Affidavit (If Education Gap is more than One Year)
- Thesis Typing/Printing Bill Receipt
- Graduate/Postgraduate Marksheets (As Applicable)
- LWP Certificate (If Student Takes Leave Without Pay for the Course Duration)
- College/University Identity Card
- Any other required documents
Note: The Income Certificate is valid for 3 years, so ensure it is valid before uploading.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the purpose of this scheme?
This scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste students pursuing M.Phil and Ph.D in Gujarat. - Q: What are the benefits of this fellowship?
Eligible students receive ₹2,500 per month (M.Phil) and ₹10,000 per month (Ph.D) for 10 months. - Q: Who can apply for this fellowship?
Students belonging to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat and enrolled in an M.Phil or Ph.D. program. - Q: Is there any family income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the annual family income should be ₹6,00,000 or less. - Q: What condition must be met to receive assistance?
Students must submit their thesis to receive the scholarship amount. - Q: Where can I apply for this fellowship?
Applications must be submitted online via the Digital Gujarat Portal. - Q: How is the scholarship disbursed?
The amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).