Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship For Scheduled Caste Candidates
✓ Information verified — June 2026The Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (RGNF) Scheme for Scheduled Caste is formulated and funded by the Ministry of Social Justice &Empowerment. The scheme is open to candidates who belong to Scheduled Caste and are pursuing higher studies such as regular and full-time M.Phil.and Ph.D.degrees.
What You Get
- Monthly fellowship stipend to support living expenses during studies
- Financial assistance for research and academic activities
- Support for pursuing advanced degrees like M.Phil. and Ph.D.
Who Can Apply
- Age: 14–100 years
- Applicant must belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) category
- Must be enrolled in regular, full-time M.Phil. or Ph.D. programme at a recognized institution
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Should meet the academic standards set by the university or institution
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card or ID Proof
- 2. Scheduled Caste Certificate
- 3. University Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Bank Account Details
- 5. Educational Certificates
- 6. Income Certificate of Parents
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
- 14–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/rgnfsccNodal Ministry
Ministry of Education
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