Research Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe Candidates

Description
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
• Financial Assistance:

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.
3. 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).
4. The applicant should have completed Post-graduation with at least 50% marks from a recognized university.
5. The applicant should be registered in a recognized Central/State/Deemed/Private University in India for pursuing a Ph.D. programme.

Application Process
Step 1: Application Process:
Offline

Application Process:

Required Documents
• Caste Certificate Copy
• Domicile Certificate Copy
• Income Certificate Copy
• Bank Passbook Copy
• Education Qualification Marksheet/Certificate Copy

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who implements this scheme?
A: M.L. Verma Tribal Research & Training Institute, Udaipur.

Q: How much is the monthly fellowship?
A: The amount is 15,000 per month.

Q: How is the contingency grant disbursed?
A: ₹40,000 in two equal installments.

Q: What is the disbursement mode?
A: Online via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: Scheduled Tribe candidates from Scheduled Areas or Saheria Project Area with 50% in postgraduation and Ph.D. registration.

Q: Which districts are covered?
A: Udaipur, Dungarpur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Sirohi, Pali, Baran, Pratapgarh.

Q: How to apply for the scheme?
A: Through application form obtained from TRI Udaipur, submitted with departmental approvals.

Q: When is the application window open?
A: In the month of July every year.

Q: Is there an interview?
A: Yes, candidates are shortlisted and interviewed by the screening committee.

Q: Can I apply online?
A: No, application is currently offline via the institute.

Q: Is Ph.D. registration mandatory at the time of applying?
A: Yes, candidate must be registered in a recognized university.

Q: Can I apply if I belong to Scheduled Tribe but not from the scheduled area?
A: No, only residents of scheduled areas and specific Saheria tehsils are eligible.