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दिव्यांगजनों के लिए राष्ट्रीय फैलोशिप (एनएफपीडब्ल्यूडी)
As per guidelines
DISABILITY, PWD, PHD_STUDENTS, RESEARCH_SCHOLARS, Students
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2024
CENTRAL-GOV
Awards 200 doctoral research fellowships annually of ₹37,000/month (JRF) and ₹42,000/month (SRF) plus HRA and contingency grants for PwD scholars pursuing full-time Ph.D. programs.
Awards 200 doctoral research fellowships annually of ₹37,000/month (JRF) and ₹42,000/month (SRF) plus HRA and contingency grants for PwD scholars pursuing full-time Ph.D. programs.
₹37,000/mo (Years 1-2), ₹42,000/mo (Years 3-5), HRA, ₹20,500/year contingency, and dedicated escort/reader allowance of ₹3,000/month.
Candidates with 40%+ disability who have passed Master’s degree with min 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) registered for full-time Ph.D. in recognized universities.
Beneficiaries must satisfy all statutory criteria prescribed by the Ministry.
Keep original documents and verified copies ready before starting your application to prevent verification delays.
Step-by-step guidance for completing your application on the official portal.
Apply online on UGC Fellowship portal or NFPwD portal
University validates research registration
National Selection Committee selects 200 candidates
Monthly fellowship credited on 1st via Canara Bank portal
Essential questions answered regarding scheme benefits, DBT, and eligibility conditions.
Explore allied welfare programs in SC/ST/OBC & Minority Welfare.
Provides free or heavily subsidized durable, sophisticated, and modern scientific assistive devices to needy persons with disabilities (PwD) with benchmark disability of 40% and above.
Central Sector Scheme providing free physical aids and assisted-living devices (wheelchairs, spectacles, hearing aids, dentures) to BPL senior citizens suffering from age-related disabilities.
Comprehensive financial support covering full non-refundable compulsory course fees and monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹13,500/year for SC students in post-matric courses.