The Research Fellowship in Sciences for meritorious students BSR scheme of the UGC is open to candidates who are selected for registering for the Ph.D. program of the university through a procedure outlined already in the UGC notification by a regular admission procedure. The registration for Ph.D. may follow after the admissions.
Objectives:
The objective of the BSR scheme is to provide opportunities to meritorious candidates to undertake advanced studies and research leading to Ph.D. degrees in sciences.
Eligibility:
The candidates who are selected for registering to the Ph.D. program of the university through a procedure outlined already in the UGC notification by a regular admission procedure in Universities with Potential for Excellence/Centres with Potential for Excellence / Centres of Advance Studies and Department of Special Assistance identified by UGC. The registration for Ph.D. may follow after the admissions.
Benefits:
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Fellowship:
- For GATE/NET Qualified candidates:
- JRF: ₹24,800/- pm for the first 2 years.
- SRF: ₹27,900/- pm for the remaining period.
- For others:
- JRF: ₹21,700/- pm for the first 2 years.
- SRF: ₹24,800/- pm for the remaining period.
- For GATE/NET Qualified candidates:
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Contingency Grant:
- ₹12,000/- per year for JRF.
- ₹25,000/- per year for SRF.
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House Rent Allowance (HRA):
- Hostel accommodation (if available) is provided, and the fellow will only be eligible for hostel fees excluding other charges.
- If the fellow arranges accommodation, HRA is paid as per the Government norms.
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Medical Assistance:
- No separate medical allowance; however, fellows can avail themselves of medical facilities available at the institution.
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Leave:
- Fellows are entitled to a maximum of 30 days of leave per year, in addition to public holidays.
- Maternity/paternity leave is available at full fellowship rates once during the tenure.
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Academic Leave: In special cases, fellows may take academic leave without fellowship for up to one year.
Application Process Online:
- Candidates must apply through the institutions where they are selected for the Ph.D. program.
- The university selects research fellows based on an interview process, managed by a Selection Committee consisting of eminent scientists, faculty, and external experts.
Documents Required:
- Continuation Certificate (to be submitted quarterly).
- Yearly Progress Report (to be submitted after the first year).
- Accounts of Contingency Grants.
- HRA Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1: Describes the BSR Scheme.
A1: The BSR Scheme provides fellowships to worthy candidates to pursue a Ph.D. in science and technology in qualified colleges or institutes.
Q2: The fellowship is only qualified for who?
A2: The applicants should be working in science and engineering and be chosen for the Ph.D. course from a university or another identified by UGC.
Q3: What is the fellowship amount?
A3: The fellowship varies:
- For GATE/NET candidates: ₹24,800/- pm (JRF) and ₹27,900/- pm (SRF).
- For others: ₹21,700/- pm (JRF) and ₹24,800/- pm (SRF).
Q4: How is the selection process conducted?
A4: The university conducts an interview with the Selection Committee to select research fellows for the BSR Scheme.
Q5: The fellowship lasts what length of time?
A5: Subject to periodical evaluation of regular development, the fellowship will last the whole term of the PhD course—not more than five years.
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