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UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Scheme
Ministry: Ministry of Education
Department: Department Of Higher Education
The scheme aims to strengthen basic science research by allowing talented professors nearing superannuation to continue research and mentor Ph.D. students. It provides a monthly fellowship and an annual research grant for 3 years.
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About This Scheme
The “UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Scheme” has been implemented by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education, Government of India. The scheme aims to strengthen basic science research in universities by engaging talented faculty nearing superannuation. Through this scheme, financial assistance and research grants are provided to enable senior professors to continue their research and guide young Ph.D. scholars. The scheme is implemented by the UGC under its Basic Scientific Research (BSR) Programme. It helps retain experienced faculty in research and mentorship roles, ensuring continuity in high-quality research output and guidance for emerging scholars. > Objectives - To facilitate talented teachers in Science and Technology at the verge of superannuation to continue their productive research for an additional period of THREE YEARS after superannuation. - To play a research mentorship role for young researchers and Ph.D students.
Benefits
₹50.0K · annual
- Financial assistance under the scheme shall be: ₹50,000/- per month (exclusive of the pension and / or other retirement benefits), and a research grant of ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
- The Research can be utilized for purchase equipment, computer / laptop, printer, chemicals glassware and consumables, contingency, hiring project/technical assistant, field work, travel (within India), etc.
- The grant cannot be utilized for International travel and purchase of furniture.
- The recipient can decide the quantum of funds under these heads depending on his / her needs.
- Tenure of fellowship for Three years / 68 year whichever is earlier.
The awardee shall execute the undertaking to UGC along with the university for joining the fellowship and to abide by the norms and guidelines of UGC pertaining to this fellowship from time to time and to send the bi-annual progress report and UC/annual audited statement of accounts.
Mode of Disbursement:- Fellowships and grants are disbursed directly to the awardee’s bank account through UGC-designated banks.
- A Continuation Certificate is required every 3 months for the release of the next instalment.
- Valid for 3 years or until the awardee reaches 68 years, whichever is earlier
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Award Letter (issued by UGC)
- ✦Joining Report with:
- ✦Name of Fellow
- ✦Award Letter Number and Date
- ✦Photograph, Address, and Contact Number
- ✦Bank Account Details (Bank Name, Account Number, IFSC, MICR Code)
- ✦Aadhaar Card
- ✦Certification from the University/College/Institute confirming facilities and superannuation date
- ✦University Undertaking Form confirming availability of physical facilities and willingness to abide by UGC rules.
- ✦Any other supporting documents as required
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
OOnline
- The scheme is open throughout the year.
- There is a designated website: http://ugcfrps.ac.in/uohyd/the-ugc-bsr-faculty-fellowship/ to apply for the fellowship. The National Coordinator of this Programme goes through the applications, evaluates them and makes recommendations.
- The Empowered Committee for Basic Scientific Research (BSR) in Indian Universities goes through the recommendations of the National Coordinator of the Programme and takes the final decision.
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹50.0K