AI SummarySanskrit Shodh Chhaatravrtti Yojana supports meritorious Ph.D. students by providing financial help to researchers pursuing Sanskrit studies in Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, 20 selected students get a research scholarship of ₹40,000 per year for three years while they complete their doctoral research.
This scheme is implemented by the Uttarakhand Sanskrit Academy, Haridwar, under the Department of Sanskrit Education, Government of Uttarakhand. Applications are invited every year through advertisements in local newspapers and on the official website of the Academy, so eligible Ph.D. scholars can apply when the annual notification is released.
Sanskrit Shodh Chhaatravrtti Yojana - Introduction
The main aim of this scheme is to encourage and support high-quality research in Sanskrit by giving money support to meritorious Ph.D. students across state universities in Uttarakhand. Sanskrit is deeply connected with the culture of the state, and this scheme helps young researchers continue their work without money problems.
The scholarship amount is paid every year and can be renewed for a total period of three years, provided the student submits a fresh application each year. A selection committee shortlists candidates on the basis of their NET examination scores and category-based reservations.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Sanskrit Shodh Chhaatravrtti Yojana |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Benefit Amount | ₹40,000 per year |
| Number of Beneficiaries | 20 students every year |
| Main Department | Department of Sanskrit Education |
| Implementing Agency | Uttarakhand Sanskrit Academy, Haridwar |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | uksa.uk.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme gives a research scholarship of ₹40,000 per year to 20 selected students registered for a Ph.D. in Sanskrit at universities across Uttarakhand. The support can be received for a total period of three years, provided the application is renewed every year.
Eligibility
To be eligible for Sanskrit Shodh Chhaatravrtti Yojana, the following criteria should be met:
- Resident of Uttarakhand - The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- Ph.D. registration in Sanskrit - The applicant must be registered for a Ph.D. in Sanskrit at any recognized university in Uttarakhand.
- Category - The applicant should belong to General, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.
- NET score - Selection depends on the highest marks obtained in the NET examination.
Out of the 20 selected scholars, 10 seats are for the General category, 5 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and 5 for EWS certificate holders. For example, if Rahul (a General category student) and Priya (an EWS category student) both apply, their selection depends strictly on their respective NET exam scores within their category quotas.
Application Process
Applications for this scholarship are accepted through the offline process. The Academy publishes an advertisement every year, and candidates need to follow the steps given below.
STEP 1 - Watch for the annual advertisement released by the Academy in local daily newspapers and on its official website at Uttarakhand Sanskrit Sansthan official website.
STEP 2 - Prepare the application by gathering all required documents, including mark sheets, Ph.D. registration certificate, NET mark sheet, Aadhaar card, and bank account details.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed application as per the instructions given in the official notification.
STEP 4 - A selection committee identifies eligible research scholars on the basis of their NET scores and category-based reservations, and the selected students receive the annual scholarship.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Aadhaar Card - For identity proof.
- NET Examination Marksheet - Since selection is based on NET scores.
- Academic Certificates - Mark sheets and degree certificates.
- Ph.D. Registration Certificate - Proof of registration in a Sanskrit Ph.D. programme.
- Bank Account Details - For receiving the scholarship amount.
- Caste or EWS Category Certificate - For reservation benefits.
References
Uttarakhand Sanskrit Sansthan Official Website
Uttarakhand Higher Education Scholarship Portal
FAQ's
How many students are selected annually?
A total of 20 Ph.D. students are selected every year, with 10 seats for General, 5 for SC/ST, and 5 for EWS categories.
What is the benefit amount?
Selected students receive financial support of ₹40,000 per year.
Is the scholarship amount renewable?
Yes, the scholarship can be renewed every year by submitting a fresh application, for a total period of three years.
Who is eligible to apply?
Ph.D. students registered in the Sanskrit subject at recognized universities in Uttarakhand are eligible, provided they are permanent residents of the state.
Is a NET qualification mandatory?
Yes, the NET score is the main basis for selection of candidates.
Which categories does this scheme cover?
The scheme covers General, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Economically Weaker Section categories.
When are applications invited?
Applications are invited annually through public advertisements in newspapers and on the Academy website.
Who verifies the application?
A selection committee shortlists eligible candidates on the basis of their NET exam scores and reservation criteria.