The Research Scholarship for Disabled Students is a financial aid program launched by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh to support differently-abled students pursuing PhD research. This scheme provides monthly financial assistance to selected students enrolled in recognized universities across India. Each year, 10 students are awarded this scholarship.
Benefits
- ₹16,000 per month as a research scholarship.
- Total annual scholarship amount: ₹1,92,000/-.
- Direct transfer of funds to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
- Must be a disabled student (PwD) with a valid disability certificate.
- Must be registered for PhD research work at a recognized university in India.
- Must have cleared an interview with the Research Degree Committee of the university.
- Must have secured minimum qualifying marks in their postgraduate degree as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents/guardians should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
- Only 10 students are selected each year.
Application Process
Offline Application Process
- Advertisement Issuance:
- The Directorate of Higher Education publishes an advertisement for the scheme.
- Application Submission:
- Interested students must submit their filled application forms along with the required documents.
- Application Scrutiny & Selection:
- Applications are scrutinized, and the selection is done within the prescribed quota of 10 students per year.
- Approval & Disbursement:
- After approval from the Commissioner of Higher Education, the scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Domicile Certificate (Proof of residence in Madhya Pradesh).
- Previous Class Marksheet (Postgraduate degree).
- Disability Certificate issued by a competent authority.
- Income Certificate.
- Bank Account Details/Bank Passbook Copy.
- Any other relevant documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Differently-abled students from Madhya Pradesh, registered for PhD research at a recognized university in India, with an annual family income below ₹1,00,000/-.
Q: How much financial support is provided under the scheme?
Each student receives ₹16,000 per month, totaling ₹1,92,000 per year.
Q: How many scholarships are awarded each year?
A maximum of 10 students are selected for the scholarship annually.
Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account after approval.
Q: What are the qualifications required for applying?
Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks as per UGC guidelines and must be registered for PhD research.
Q: Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
No, only residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.
Q: How can one apply for the scholarship?
Applications must be submitted offline through the Directorate of Higher Education after an advertisement is issued.
Q: What type of universities are eligible for this scholarship?
Students must be registered at a recognized university in India offering PhD research programs.
Q: Can the scholarship be renewed annually?
Yes, the scholarship is provided annually, subject to continuation of PhD research and verification by the authorities.