Research Fellowship In Sciences For Meritorious Students
✓ Information verified — June 2026The Research Fellowship in Sciences for meritorious students (RFSMS) scheme of the UGC is open to candidates who have registered for Ph.D. in Science in Universities with Potential for Excellence/Centres with Potential for Excellence/Centres of Advance Studies and Department of Special Assistance.
What You Get
- Financial support during Ph.D. research studies
- Recognition for meritorious students in science
- Access to research facilities and mentorship
- Support for advanced scientific research
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Must be registered for Ph.D. in Science
- Must study in Universities with Potential for Excellence (UPE)
- Must study in Centres with Potential for Excellence (CPE)
- Must study in Centres of Advanced Studies (CAS)
- Must study in Department of Special Assistance (DSA)
- Must be a meritorious student selected by the university
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Ph.D. Registration Certificate
- 3. University Degree Certificate
- 4. Bank Account Details
- 5. Academic Transcript
- 6. Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Education
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/rfsmsNodal Ministry
Ministry of Education
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