The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University

Description
"The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University" launched by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to attract bright students to its undergraduate programs by offering financial assistance. It encourages talented individuals to pursue agriculture-related education and later contribute to rural development and agricultural productivity in Gujarat.

Exclusions
• The awardee under this scheme will not be allowed to receive any other regular Fellowship/ Scholarship.
• Students will be ineligible if they drop out or do not pursue regular studies.
• Students punished under "The discipline rules for the student of the colleges of the Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar or punished for 'Use of unfair means' Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University, examination regulations are not eligible.

Benefits
• **Undergraduate Students:** ₹1,000/- per month to each selected student. - **Travel Concessions:** Awardees would be permitted to enjoy Free Railway/ Bus concession ot fee concession.
• > **Note:**
• **Payment of Fellowship:** The payment of fellowship to the awardees will start from the date of joining the college.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a student.
2. - The applicant must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU).
3. - The applicant must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) examination in the Science stream.
4. - The applicant must be among the top 10% meritorious students in their class.
5. - The applicant must maintain a GPA or C.C.P.A. of at least 6.0 with no "F" (fail) or "I" (incomplete) grades to continue receiving the fellowship.

Required Documents
• Mark Sheet of 12th Std.
• Passport Size Photos.
• Bank Account Details (should be linked with Aadhaar Number).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of "The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University"?
A: "The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University" aims to attract bright students to its undergraduate programs by offering financial assistance. It encourages talented individuals to pursue agriculture-related education and later contribute to rural development and agricultural productivity in Gujarat.

Q: What is the amount of financial assistance provided under this fellowship scheme?
A: Under this scheme, Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University provides a monthly fellowship of ₹3,000/- to each selected undergraduate student who qualifies based on academic merit.
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Q: Who is eligible to receive the fellowship offered by the university?
A: Any undergraduate student enrolled in a faculty of the university who has secured at least 60% marks in their Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination in the Science stream and is among the top 10% meritorious students of their class is eligible to apply.
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Q: On what basis is the fellowship awarded to students in the first year?
A: In the first year of undergraduate study, the fellowship is awarded solely based on the merit of the applicant’s marks obtained in the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) or an equivalent examination.
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Q: How are continuing students considered for fellowship in the following academic years?
A: In subsequent academic years, the fellowship is granted to students who have achieved the highest Grade Point Average (GPA) or Cumulative Credit Point Average (C.C.P.A.) in their class in the previous year.
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Q: Can a student receive this fellowship while also benefiting from another government scholarship?
A: The awardees under this scheme will have to forego other regular Fellowships/ Scholarships.
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Q: What is the percentage of students eligible to receive the fellowship in each class?
A: The university awards the fellowship to approximately 10% of the total student strength in each class and faculty, ensuring that only the most meritorious students benefit from the scheme.
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Q: When is the official announcement regarding the fellowship made each year?
A: The fellowship is officially announced every year by the 30th of November through a notification issued by the Registrar of the university.
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Q: What is the deadline for submitting the application form for this fellowship?
A: Students who wish to apply for the fellowship must submit their completed application in the prescribed format to the office of the Registrar no later than the 31st of December of the same academic year.
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Q: What criteria can lead to the discontinuation of the fellowship for a student?
A: The fellowship will be discontinued if the student receives less than a 6.0 GPA or earns an “F” (fail) or “I” (incomplete) grade, drops out of the course, or is found guilty of violating the university’s disciplinary rules or examination regulations.
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Q: How is the fellowship amount disbursed to the eligible students?
A: The fellowship amount is credited directly to the selected student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system by the Principal of the respective college, based on the student&#39;s academic progress.
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Q: What additional benefits, apart from financial assistance, can a student enjoy under this scheme?
A: In addition to financial support, students awarded the fellowship may also be eligible for concessions such as free Railway or Bus travel and possible fee waivers, subject to availability and university provisions.
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Q: What happens if a student leaves the course before completion after receiving the fellowship?
A: If a student discontinues their studies or leaves the course incomplete for any reason, the fellowship will be ceased immediately, and the student may be required to forgo any further benefits under the scheme.