Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for ST Students (UGC)

iAbout This Scheme

UGC's Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship provides financial assistance to ST students pursuing M.Phil and PhD degrees. The scheme aims to increase the representation of tribal students in higher research education and reduce socio-economic barriers to doctoral studies.

🎁Key Benefits

• JRF stipend: ₹31,000/month (first two years)
• SRF stipend: ₹35,000/month (from third year)
• HRA as per city norms
• Annual contingency grant for books and study materials
• 2,000 new fellowships per year

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  ST certificate from competent authority
• 2
  Age limit: 35 years
• 3
  Not holding any other fellowship

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions