The Post Graduate Scholarship for GATE/GPAT Qualified Students 2025, launched by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Ministry of Education, aims to support meritorious graduate students pursuing M.E., M.Tech., and M.Pharm programs across India. This scheme not only offers a generous financial grant but also helps cultivate a research mindset among young scholars in India’s leading educational institutions.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Implemented by: University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education
• Scholarship Amount: ₹12,400 per month (stipend) + ₹5,000 per year (contingency)
• Eligibility: GATE/GPAT qualified students enrolled in M.E., M.Tech., M.Pharm, and Integrated Dual Degree programs
• Mode of Application: Online via UGC Portal and CANARABANK Scholarship Portal
Benefits
• ₹12,400 per month stipend for the entire PG course duration
• ₹5,000 annual contingency grant for research, books, equipment, etc.
• Funds are disbursed directly via DBT to the student’s bank account
• Scholars must undertake 8-10 hours of academic work weekly (tutorials, research assistance, lab maintenance)
Important Notes
• If a student scores below 60% in any semester, the scholarship will be reduced to ₹1,550/month for that semester
• No House Rent Allowance (HRA) is provided under this scheme
• Students are not allowed to take any paid assignments during the scholarship tenure
• Scholarship will be terminated immediately if a student fails a semester
• Books and non-consumables bought with the contingency grant belong to the institution
Eligibility Criteria
• Must have a valid GATE or GPAT qualification
• Must have taken full-time admission in M.E., M.Tech., M.Pharm, or Integrated Dual Degree (including dual degree PG programs)
• Admission must be in a recognized Central, State, Deemed, or Private University
• SC/ST/OBC/PH reservation norms are strictly followed
• Foreign nationals are not eligible
• Students qualifying GATE/GPAT after joining the course (after 2nd year) are not eligible
Exclusions
• Students who pass GATE/GPAT during the second year of study are not eligible
• Students already holding any other financial support or salary/employment
• Foreign students
• Students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses
Application Process (Online)
Step-by-Step Guide:
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Post Admission: After admission based on GATE/GPAT qualification, the University/Institution submits scholarship claims through UGC Portal (ugc.ac.in)
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Scholar Registration: Scholars must register on the Canara Bank Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.canarabank.in/scholar/Login.aspx
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Enter Details:
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Student ID as registered with UGC
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Date of Birth
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Registered Email Address
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Receive Password: The password will be sent to the registered email
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Login and Update Profile: Set a new password, fill profile details, and monitor scholarship disbursement
Facilities in “Scholar’s Corner” (CANARA Bank Portal)
• Name of the scholar
• Student ID
• Bank account details
• Beneficiary code and payment status
• Payment schedule and transaction details
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card Copy
• Passport-size Photograph
• Proof of Age (Matriculation Certificate)
• GATE/GPAT Score Card
• Mark Sheets/Certificates (qualifying exam)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• Bank Account Details (Aadhaar-linked account)
• Any additional documents if requested
Disbursement of Scholarship
• First-semester grant: Released 100% based on admission proof
• Subsequent semesters: Released on submission of previous semester results (percentage conversion mandatory if CGPA is awarded)
• Project work semesters: Universities need to submit a satisfactory progress report if no examinations are held
• After course completion, degree certificate submission is mandatory for final clearance
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of PG scholarship scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to help and attract young and talented graduate students to pursue education at the Post Graduate Level in Higher Education Institutions. - Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?
University Grants Commission, Government of India - How much amount of scholarship is paid under scheme?
The Scholarship under the scheme is ₹12,400/- per month per student. - How much amount of contingency is paid under scheme?
An annual contingency of ₹5,000/- will be given to the eligible student. - What are the eligibility conditions for availing scholarship under the scheme?
The GATE/GPAT qualified students who have taken admission in M.E/M.Tech/M.Pharm courses and integrated dual degree programme in Central, State, Deemed, and Private Universities will be provided scholarships by UGC. - Can foreign students be eligible for GATE/GPAT scholarship?
No, foreign student are not eligible for GATE/GPAT scholarship. - Is there any compulsion for teaching activities?
It will be obligatory on the part of every post graduate student to undertake 8 to 10 hours (per week) of work related to teaching and research activities as assigned to him/her by the institute. This includes tutorials, laboratory classes, development and maintenance of laboratories, assistance in research and activities undertaken by faculty members, maintenance and operation of computer and other central facilities, assistance in library, etc. - Is there any condition for payment of scholarship?
If a student scores below 60% in any semester he/she shall be paid a scholarship @ ₹1,550/- in that particular semester, if the student re-appear for the same semester and scores above 60 %, he will be entitled to get regular scholarship i.e. @ ₹12,400/- p.m. for that semester in which student reappeared. But thereafter after he is eligible for the full scholarship amount, in the next semesters. - Is there any house rent admissible to the students?
No house rent is admissible to M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm students. - Can the scholar take any paid assignment during the tenure of the scholarship?
No. the scholar shall not undertake any paid assignment (emoluments/salary/stipend) during the tenure of the scholarship. - Shall the scholarship be terminated immediately if the scholar has failed in any semester?
Yes, the scholarship shall be terminated immediately if the scholar has failed in any semester. - What is the procedure for applying for the Scheme by the universities?
After taking admission by the GATE/GPAT Qualified student, the University needs to submit the online claim for the first semester on the UGC online portal available at www.ugc.ac.in in the prescribed proforma and also upload the undertaking and GATE/GPAT Score Card of the M.E/M.Tech/M.Pharm within the approved intake by AICTE/UGC in the batch in a year early mentioning the category of student i.e. General, SC & ST. - How the UGC Scholarship is being disbursed?
The UGC Scholarship is being disbursed through CANARABANK UGC Portal (https://scholarship.canarabank.in/scholar/Login.aspx).