Savitribai Jyotirao Phule Fellowship for Single Girl Child (SJSGC) is a Fellowship Scheme by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Department of Higher Education, for pursuing research work leading to the award of a Ph.D. degree. The target group of this scheme is the ‘single girl child'.
Central Government | scholarship | education
Fellowship ₹31,000/month for first 2 years, ₹35,000/month thereafter, contingency allowance ₹10,000-25,000/year, HRA, and escort reader assistance ₹3,000/month for Divyang scholars
Administered by Ministry of Education
Eligible categories: SC, ST, OBC, PwD, General
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Scheme details may change over time. Please verify eligibility and benefits on official government websites. For help applying, visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or contact your elected representative.