What are the different purposes or programmes for which scholarships, fellowships, grants, etc. are available (students/ candidates often ask questions such as whether scholarships are available for this or that purpose, e.g., Is any scholarship available for advanced/ specialized studies in a particular subject/discipline, say Biotechnology, or is there any grant or financial assistance available for travel abroad on an academic or professional assignment)?-
5-Mar-2008
Scholarships, fellowships, etc. are available for a variety of purposes to cater to the different needs of scholars, students and other aspirants. Some major categories of purposes for which scholarships, fellowships, grants or financial assistance is available are as follows:
(a) Graduate/Post-graduate studies;
(b) Ph D/M.Phil. degree;
(c) Post-doctoral research;
(d) Advanced/Specialized research or training;
(e) Travel grant;
(f) Professional/career development;
(g) Other specified purposes, etc