About this education scheme
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.
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 at a glance
| Scheme name | UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Scheme (UGCBSRFFS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry of Education |
| Department | Department Of Higher Education |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | frg.ugc.ac.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | University Grants Commission (UGC) |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 35 to 65 years
- 💼Teacher / Faculty
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial assistance under the scheme shall be: Rs. 50,000/- per month (exclusive of the pension and / or other retirement benefits), and a research grant of Rs. 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.
Frequency of Disbursement:
- A Continuation Certificate is required every 3 months for the release of the next instalment.
Validity:
- Valid for 3 years or until the awardee reaches 68 years, whichever is earlier
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a Reader/Associate Professor/Professor in the Science and Technology departments of a university.
- The applicant should have successfully supervised:
- 15 Ph.D. dissertations in Basic Sciences, or
- 10 Ph.D. dissertations in Engineering and Technology.
- At least 5 candidates must have received their degrees in the preceding 10 years.
- The cumulative impact factor of the published papers by the applicant should be > 50 (according to the Journal citation Reports of Thomson Reuters).
- The applicant must have handled, as Principal Investigator, at least 3 sponsored research projects funded by national / international agencies, in the last 10 years.
- The applicant must apply within one year of the date of superannuation in the University.
- The applicant shall not hold any administrative responsibility during tenure of the fellowship which would be from the date of superannuation.
- The Department / School / University shall have to provide an undertaking in the application that the applicant would be provided:
- with the required laboratory infrastructure and administrative assistance for undertaking the fellowship work and
- with permission to take a minimum of Two stipendiary candidates for Ph.D. under the applicant, if selected for the UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Award.
Who is not eligible
- The applicant cannot hold administrative responsibilities during the fellowship period.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
- 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.https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/1621072_BSR-Faculty-Fellowship-new.pdf
Frequently asked questions
What is the UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship?
The UGC-BSR Faculty Fellowship Scheme was introduced to allow talented teachers in Science and Technology, who are about to retire, to continue research and guide Ph.D. students for up to 3 years after superannuation.
Who is eligible to apply for this fellowship?
Teachers at the level of Reader, Associate Professor, or Professor in Science and Technology departments of universities can apply if they meet the required academic and research conditions.
What is the minimum requirement of Ph.D. supervision for eligibility?
The applicant must have successfully guided 15 Ph.D. students in Basic Sciences or 10 in Engineering and Technology, with at least 5 students completing in the last 10 years.
What financial support is given under this fellowship?
The fellowship provides Rs. 50,000/- per month along with a research grant of Rs. 5,00,000/- per year for research activities and related expenses.
For what purposes can the annual research grant be used?
The grant can be used to purchase equipment, laptops, printers, chemicals, glassware, hire assistants, and cover travel within India, fieldwork, and contingencies, but not for international travel or furniture.
How long does the fellowship remain valid after selection?
The fellowship is valid for 3 years or until the awardee reaches the age of 68 years, whichever comes earlier.
What documents must be submitted after selection for the fellowship?
The awardee must submit a joining report, continuation certificates every 3 months, annual progress reports, audited statements of accounts, and utilisation certificates in prescribed formats.
How is the fellowship amount disbursed to the beneficiary?
The fellowship amount is directly credited to the awardee’s bank account through UGC-designated banks upon submission of the required documents.
Is there any restriction on holding administrative responsibilities during the fellowship?
Yes, the awardee cannot hold any administrative responsibility during the tenure of the fellowship.
Where can I apply for the fellowship and how is the selection done?
Applications can be submitted online at the UGC fellowship portal, and the final decision is taken by the Empowered Committee for Basic Scientific Research after recommendations from the National Coordinator.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.ugc.gov.in (PDF)
- Scheme Details www.indiascienceandtechnology.gov.in
- Official Website www.ugc.gov.in
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