About this education scheme
The scheme aims to support the Scheduled Tribe candidates from Scheduled Areas and the Saharia Area of Rajasthan to register themselves as research scholars with all recognized Central/State/Deemed/Private University located in any part of India for pursuing Ph.D. Programme.
The scheme "Research Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe Candidates" was launched by the Tribal Area Development Department, Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to support the Scheduled Tribe candidates from Scheduled Areas and the Saheria Project Area to register themselves as research scholars with all recognized Central/State/Deemed/Private University located in any part of India for pursuing Ph.D. Programme. Under this scheme, monthly fellowships and contingency grants are provided to tribal research scholars enrolled in Ph.D. programmes at recognized universities across India. The scheme is implemented by the M.L. Verma Tribal Research & Training Institute, Udaipur.
Area's Cover:
Banswara , Chittorgarh, Dungarpur , Pali, Sirohi, Udaipur, Baran, Rajsamand, Pratapgarh.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Research Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe Candidates (RFSSTC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Tribal Area Development Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Rajasthan |
| Official portal | jankalyanfile.rajasthan.gov.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | M.L. Verma Tribal Research & Training Institute, Udaipur |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🏷️ST
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Assistance:
- The selected scholar shall be paid @ Rs. 15,000/- per month.
- A contingency grant of Rs. 40,000/- shall be given to the candidate for meeting the recurring expenditure viz. books/ Journals/Traveling/Stationery etc.
Tenure:
The tenure of the scholarship shall be for a period of maximum five years from the date of sanction from the Tribal Research Institute or completion of Ph.D. whichever is earlier.
Extension of Fellowship Term & Final Payments:
The scholarship term shall not be extended under any circumstances. If, per chance, the candidate fails to complete his/her Ph.D work within the period of five years, the final installment of scholarship (equivalent to six month and last installment of contingency) shall be withheld until the Ph.D. is awarded to the candidate.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.
- The applicant should be a resident of Scheduled Area of Rajasthan or a resident of Shahbad and Kishanganj tehsils of Baran district (Saheria Project Area).
- The applicant should have completed Post-graduation with at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
- The applicant should be registered in a recognized Central/State/Deemed/Private University in India for pursuing a Ph.D. programme.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process:
Step 1: The interested applicant should contact the M.L. Verma Tribal Research & Training Institute, Udaipur and request a copy of the prescribed format of the application form and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested applicant downloads the application form from the official website.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Supervisor, Head of Department, and Dean of the institution.
Post-Application Process:
Step 1: The Screening Committee (comprising Director, Dy. Director, a nominated representative, and Associate Professor of TRI) will evaluate the applications based on faculty-wise merit and conduct personal interviews.
Step 2: Final selection will be based on overall competence and recommendation of the committee.
Note: Submit the completed application in the month of July, when the notification is released through newspapers and the departmental website.
Frequently asked questions
Who implements this scheme?
M.L. Verma Tribal Research & Training Institute, Udaipur.
How much is the monthly fellowship?
The amount is 15,000 per month.
How is the contingency grant disbursed?
Rs. 40,000 in two equal installments.
What is the disbursement mode?
Online via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Who is eligible to apply?
Scheduled Tribe candidates from Scheduled Areas or Saheria Project Area with 50% in postgraduation and Ph.D. registration.
Which districts are covered?
Udaipur, Dungarpur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Sirohi, Pali, Baran, Pratapgarh.
How to apply for the scheme?
Through application form obtained from TRI Udaipur, submitted with departmental approvals.
When is the application window open?
In the month of July every year.
Is there an interview?
Yes, candidates are shortlisted and interviewed by the screening committee.
Can I apply online?
No, application is currently offline via the institute.
Is Ph.D. registration mandatory at the time of applying?
Yes, candidate must be registered in a recognized university.
Can I apply if I belong to Scheduled Tribe but not from the scheduled area?
No, only residents of scheduled areas and specific Saheria tehsils are eligible.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines tad.rajasthan.gov.in
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