Research Scholarship for Disabled Students

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

Eligibility Criteria
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 ₹1,00,000/-.
6. Every year, 10 students are awarded scholarships for their PhD research.

Required Documents
• Passport-size photograph
• Aadhaar card
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
• Previous class marksheet
• Disability certificate issued by competent authority
• Income certificate
• Bank Passbook/bank account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
A: 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 [?]1,00,000.

Q: How much financial support is provided under the scheme?
A: Each eligible student receives [?]16,000 per month, amounting to [?]1,92,000 per year.

Q: How many scholarships are awarded each year?
A: The scheme awards scholarships to 10 students each year.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
A: The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Q: What are the qualifications required for applying?
A: Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree with minimum qualifying marks as per University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines.

Q: Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
A: No, only students who are natives of Madhya Pradesh are eligible.

Q: How can one apply for the scholarship?
A: 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.

Q: What type of universities are eligible for this scholarship?
A: The applicant must be registered at any recognized university in India for their PhD research.

Q: Can the scholarship be renewed annually?
A: Yes.