National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of Scheduled Tribe Students

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has announced the opening of the application portal for the “National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of Scheduled Tribe Students” for the year 2024-25. This scheme aims to support ST students pursuing a Ph.D. by providing financial assistance through the National Fellowship (NFST).

Key Details:

·       Eligibility:

1. The applicant belongs to Schedule Tribe (ST) category and should have passed the post-Graduation examination with minimum 55% .

2. The D.O.B of the applicant should not before 01/07/1988.

3. The Applicant should get admission for regular and full time Ph.D. Courses in University / Academic Institutions under the following category: –

1.          Universities/Institutes/Colleges included under section 2(f) or 12(B) or 2(f) and 12(B) of UGC Act.
2.          Deemed to be Universities included under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 and eligible to receive grants-in-aid from UGC.
3.          Universities/ Institutes/ Colleges funded by Central/ State Government
4.           Institutes of National Importance.

4.The applicant should not have taken admission/joined in Ph.D. before 1.4.2020

·        Purpose: Financial support for higher education.

·        Application Portal: [https://fellowship.tribal.gov.in/]

·        Application Deadline: [30^th Sepetember,2024]

Action Required: Please ensure this information (Attached PDF) is prominently displayed on notice boards, websites, and other communication channels within your department or institute to reach eligible students effectively. And eligible students are encouraged to apply for the National Fellowship for the year 2024-25.

Please visit the Ministry of Tribal Affairs website for detailed information on the application process.

Thank you.