The Scheme for Awarding Fellowships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students is an initiative by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Government of Gujarat. Designed exclusively for full-time students at Anand Agricultural University, this scheme provides monthly fellowships to UG, PG, and Ph.D. students to support their academic journey in agricultural education.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Fellowship Scheme for UG & PG Students
• State: Gujarat
• Implemented By: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
• Target Institution: Anand Agricultural University
• Beneficiaries: Full-time UG, PG, and Ph.D. students
• Mode of Application: Offline
• Financial Support Duration: 12 months
Benefits
• Undergraduate Students: ₹500 per month (Total ₹6,000 per year)
• Postgraduate Students: ₹1,500 per month (Total ₹18,000 per year)
• Ph.D. Students: ₹2,000 per month (Total ₹24,000 per year)
These fellowships are granted for 12 months and are not extendable. They aim to reduce the financial burden on students and help them focus on academic performance.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a regular full-time student enrolled in a UG, PG, or Ph.D. course at Anand Agricultural University
• Family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum
• The student must not be availing any other fellowship/scholarship at the same time
• Open to all eligible students regardless of category, but limited to students of the mentioned institution
Application Process
Offline Mode
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Write a formal application on plain paper addressed to the Director, Anand Agricultural University
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Submit the filled application along with supporting documents to the Principal of the concerned college
Ensure all documents are complete and attached at the time of submission to avoid rejection.
Documents Required
• 12th-grade mark sheet
• Undergraduate mark sheet
• Postgraduate mark sheet (for PG and Ph.D. applicants)
• Passport-size photographs
• Proof of admission (if requested)
• Income certificate (to be submitted if asked)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of the “Scheme for Awarding Fellowships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students”?
The “Scheme for Awarding Fellowships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students” is a state government scholarship program that provides monthly financial assistance to qualified undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. students at Anand Agricultural University. - Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any full-time undergraduate, postgraduate, or Ph.D. student currently enrolled at Anand Agricultural University is eligible to apply. - How much financial assistance is provided to Under Graduate students?
Under Graduate students receive ₹500/- per month under this fellowship scheme for a period of 12 months. - How much financial assistance is provided to Post Graduate students?
Post Graduate students receive ₹1,500/- per month under this fellowship scheme for a period of 12 months. - What amount is granted to Ph.D. students through this scheme?
Ph.D. students studying at Anand Agricultural University are eligible for a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000/- for 12 months. - Is there an income limit for students to be eligible for this fellowship?
Yes, the family income of the student should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per year. - Is the scheme applicable only to specific categories or communities?
No, the scheme is open to students of all categories, genders, and communities. - Is a student allowed to receive another scholarship or fellowship along with this one?
No, a student should not avail any other scholarship or fellowship concurrently with this one. An undertaking confirming the same must be submitted each year to continue receiving the benefits under this scheme. - What is the duration for which the fellowship is granted?
The fellowship is awarded for a continuous period of 12 months, subject to satisfactory academic progress. - How can an applicant apply for the scheme?
Applicants must submit their application on plain paper with all required details and supporting documents to the Principal of the college.
Sources and References
• Scheme Guidelines – Scheme No. 519
• User Manual (Applicant Registration)