Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India India
2026
Information
National Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC) 2026 offers fellowships to SC students pursuing PhD programs. The scheme provides monthly fellowships and a structured continuation process with periodic confirmations by the hosting university, along with additional conditions for admission and research continuation.
Benefits
Monthly fellowship up to ₹42,000; periodic confirmation of continuation by the hosting university; conditions regarding admission and leave are specified.
Eligibility
Scheduled Caste students pursuing full-time PhD programs.
Always verify details on the official website before applying. Found an error? Tell us.