How can I check my UGC JRF scholarship status?

UGC Scholarship Tracking Portal

1. Step 1 : Select the Scheme [i.e Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for ST]
2. Step 2 : Enter the Student ID [i.e 412356]
3. Step 3 : Enter your DOB DD/MM/YYYY [05/06/1995]
4. Step 4 : Enter Captcha.
5. Step 5 : Click on Login Button.

Is UGC fellowship taxable?

Yes! It is taxable. Remember that stipend and fellowship are governed under Apprenticeship Act and not a employer- employee relationship. So, your employer may not deduct TDS that doesn’t mean it is not taxable.

What is the age limit for Junior Research Fellowship?

Eligibility: The upper age limit for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is 35 years for men as on 1 July of the year of application and 45 years for women. The candidate must have at least a high-class master’s degree with a second-class bachelor’s degree, or second-class master’s degree with a first-class bachelor’s degree.

What is the HRA for UGC JRF SRF fellowship?

For fellowship holders, HRA is applicable at revised rates of 8\%, 16\%, 24\% as per GOI norms, applicable in city or location where they are working. Previously, HRA was not available to fellows. Other aspects of UGC JRF SRF Fellowship amount and conditions shall remain unchanged, and will be applicable as per UGC XII Plan JRF Guidelines.

When will the revised amount of UGC fellowships come into effect?

In the notice, signed by UGC Secretary, Rajnish Jain, the revised amount of fellowships are applicable with effect from January 1, 2019. In addition to this, the research scholars would also be getting an enhanced HRA.

What are the timings for JRF scholar?

The timings for JRF scholar is Mon-Fri, 3–4PM. The new procedure is to go the finance/account department in both institute/university. An institute/university which maintains UGC JRF fellows has some people who maintains the UGC portal. Now they have an option to transfer the fellowship and to accept the transfer of fellowship.