Fellowship brief
| Stipend | 2 years |
|---|---|
| Last date | The official listing gives no last date; the provider announces it with each call. |
| Who can apply | Age: 18 to 65 years |
| Provider | Department Of Higher Education |
| How to apply | Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The Dr. D.S. Kothari Research Grant offers Rs. 10,00,000 for newly recruited faculty members. Eligible applicants must be Assistant Professors with a Ph.D. and five published research papers. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The Dr. D.S. Kothari Research Grant is a financial support scheme aimed at newly appointed faculty members in Indian universities. It is managed by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Ministry of Education.
This grant allows faculty members to pursue research in their respective fields. It is designed to enhance the research capabilities of newly recruited teachers.
The grant provides a total of Rs. 10,00,000, which can be used for various research-related expenses. This support is crucial for fostering academic growth and innovation in higher education.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 65 years
Conditions in the official listing
Eligibility:
- Academic: Must be a newly appointed Assistant Professor with a Ph.D. and at least five published research papers in international journals.
- Age: Minimum age is 18 years, maximum age is 65 years.
- Category: Regularly appointed faculty members in accredited universities, deemed universities, and institutions of national importance.
Two cases, worked through
Qualifies
Does not qualify
Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.
Stipend in detail
Award value:
- Rs. 10,00,000 (one-time grant)
The tenure of the grant is 2 years. The payment will be made directly to the applicant's account for research-related expenses.
Work out HRA and the total over the tenure in the fellowship stipend calculator.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Read the guidelines on the UGC website.
- Register as a new user and provide your details.
- Login using the credentials sent to your email.
- Fill in the application form with your academic details.
- Upload the required documents and signed form.
- Submit the application online.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Submitting incomplete or incorrect personal information.
- Not uploading documents in the specified formats or sizes.
- Failing to get the application form signed by the HoD/Registrar.
Questions and answers
Can I apply offline for the grant?
No, applications must be submitted online only.
Is there any application fee?
No, the application process is completely free of cost.
What happens if I provide incorrect information?
You will be responsible for any cancellation of your candidature.
Can the grant be used for international travel?
No, the grant cannot be used for international travel.
How will the grant be paid?
The grant will be paid directly to the applicant's account.
What is the tenure of the grant?
The tenure of the grant is 2 years.
Can I modify my application after submission?
No, once submitted, the application cannot be modified.
What if I miss the application deadline?
The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status.
Official call and application portal
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines ugc.gov.in, PDF
- Official Website ugc.gov.in
jsrr.in is an independent index, not a funding agency or a government body. The provider's official call is final: confirm every condition, amount and date there, and do not pay anyone who offers to apply for you.
This entry was drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Each amount and date in it was checked automatically against that listing; read the official call before you apply.
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