Junior Research Fellowship In Engineering & Technology
The scheme "Junior Research Fellowship in Engineering & Technology" by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Department of Higher Education is meant for candidates who wish to pu...
The tenure of the fellowship is initially for a period of two years as a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
After the expiry of two years the work of the fellow will be evaluated by experts and if found satisfactory, his/her tenure will be extended for a further period of three years with enhanced emoluments as a Senior Research Fellowship (SRF).
In case the work of the fellow for the first two years is not found satisfactory, one more year will be given to him/her for improvement, but during this period he/she will be designated as a Junior Research Fellow. In such cases work will again be evaluated after three years, and if the improvement is found, the fellow will get two more years under the SRF.
Thus, the total period of fellowship (JRF and SRF) is five years, which is non-extendable. The awardee can avail research fellowship for the full tenure of the fellowship or up to the date of award of the Ph.D. degree, whichever is earlier.
**The assistance available under the scheme is:**
***Fellowship*** @ Rs. 14,000/- p.m. for the initial two years, @ Rs.15,000/- for the remaining period
***Contingency*** @ Rs.12,000/- p.a. for the initial two years, @Rs.25,000/- p.a. for the remaining period
***Departmental Assistance*** @ Rs. 3,000/- p.a. per student to the host institute for providing, infrastructure to the researcher
***Escorts/Reader Assistance*** @Rs.2,000/- p.m. in cases of physically handicapped and blind candidates
***HRA*** As per the rule of the concerned institution
**House Rent Allowance:**
Suitable single-seated hostel accommodation in the institutions may be provided to the Fellow, failing which HRA as per rules of the university/institution
will be paid, subject to the submission of the HRA certifica
Eligibility (who can apply)
All Minimum qualifications are a master's degree in engineering/technology/pharmacy, with 55 percent marks.
GATE is not a mandatory condition for getting a research fellowship to pursue Ph.D.
Candidates need to hold an M.E./M.Tech. degree.
The age limit is 40 years as on 1 July of the year of the award, extendable by five years for women and SC/ST candidates.
A total of 22.5 percent of the fellowships are reserved for candidates belonging to SC/ST who fulfill the requisite qualifications laid down for the award. In case of the non-availability of SC/ST candidates, these slots will be made available to general candidates.
How to Apply
**Online**
**PROCEDURE FOR APPLYING FOR THE SCHEME**
Applications are invited in the prescribed format (Annexure II) once in a year through advertisements in leading newspapers and the AIU Newsletter for the award of a research fellowship in engineering and technology for pursuing research leading to a Ph.D.
Selection will be made on the basis of merit, and candidates will be interviewed by an expert committee appointed by the Commission.
**PROCEDURE FOR APPROVAL OF THE UGC**
Received applications will be scrutinized, and short-listed candidates will be called to appear
before the selection committee, constituted by the Commission.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Junior Research Fellowship In Engineering & Technology / what is the eligibility?
1. All Minimum qualifications are a master's degree in engineering/technology/pharmacy, with 55 percent marks.
1. GATE is not a mandatory condition for getting a research fellowship to pursue Ph.D.
1. Candidates need to hold an M.E./M.Tech. degree.
1. The age limit is 40 years as on...
What are the benefits of Junior Research Fellowship In Engineering & Technology?
**NATURE OF ASSISTANCE**
1. The tenure of the fellowship is initially for a period of two years as a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
1. After the expiry of two years the work of the fellow will be evaluated by experts and if found satisfactory, his/her tenure will be extended for a fur...
How to apply online for Junior Research Fellowship In Engineering & Technology?
**Online**
**PROCEDURE FOR APPLYING FOR THE SCHEME**
Applications are invited in the prescribed format (Annexure II) once in a year through advertisements in leading newspapers and the AIU Newsletter for the award of a research fellowship in engineering and technology for pursuing research...