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Research Scholarship for Disabled Students

RSDS

Published: Sep 2026

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Reviewed by Navin, Editor · First published: 22 Sep 2026

Research Scholarship for Disabled Students
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Written by Navin · Editor, tsmpb.inUpdated: 17 Oct 2026 · How we verify scheme facts

About this education scheme

The scheme is implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to provide financial support for PhD research to differently-abled students. Eligible candidates receive Rs. 16,000/- per month, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.

The "Research Scholarship for Disabled Students" scheme, implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, offers financial support for PhD research to differently-abled students. Eligible candidates receive Rs. 16,000/- per month, totaling Rs. 1,92,000/- per year, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.

To qualify, candidates should be natives of Madhya Pradesh and registered for PhD research at any recognized university in India, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee. They must also hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines. The scholarship is awarded to 10 students pursuing their research degrees each year.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameResearch Scholarship for Disabled Students (RSDS)
Launched byHigher Education Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Madhya Pradesh
Official portalhighereducation.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Implementing agencyDirectorate Of Higher Education, Government Of Madhya Pradesh
Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline
Last dateOngoing (no last date notified)
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Family income limitUp to Rs. 1 lakh per year

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 18 to 60 years
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐIncome Rs. 1 lakh tak
  • ๐ŸŽ“Students only
  • โ™ฟDivyang (PwD)
  • ๐Ÿ“Offline

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  • Under this scheme, differently-abled students who are registered for PhD research at any university in India receive a monthly scholarship of Rs. 16,000/-, totaling Rs. 1,92,000/- per year.

Who qualifies

  1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
  2. The applicant should be a disabled student.
  3. The applicant should be registered for PhD research work at any recognized university in India, following an interview with the Research Degree Committee.
  4. The applicant should have obtained minimum qualifying marks in their postgraduate degree as specified by the University Grants Commission.
  5. The annual income of the applicant's parents or guardians should not exceed Rs. 1,00,000/-.
  6. Every year, 10 students are awarded scholarships for their PhD research.

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

  • Advertisement Issuance: The Directorate of Higher Education issues the advertisement for the scheme.
  • Application Scrutiny: The applications received are scrutinized, and applicants are selected within the prescribed quota limit.
  • Approval and Disbursement: With the approval of the Commissioner of Higher Education, the amount is transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

To qualify, candidates must be natives of Madhya Pradesh, disabled, registered for PhD research at a recognized university in India, have a postgraduate degree with qualifying marks as per UGC guidelines, and their annual family income must not exceed Rs. 1,00,000.

How much financial support is provided under the scheme?

Each eligible student receives Rs. 16,000 per month, amounting to Rs. 1,92,000 per year.

How many scholarships are awarded each year?

The scheme awards scholarships to 10 students each year.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

What are the qualifications required for applying?

Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.

Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?

No, only students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.

How can one apply for the scholarship?

Applicants must respond to the advertisement issued by the Directorate of Higher Education, submit their applications, which are then scrutinized, and if selected, the scholarship is approved and disbursed.

What type of universities are eligible for this scholarship?

The applicant must be registered at any recognized university in India for their PhD research.

Can the scholarship be renewed annually?

Yes.

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