UGC Scholarship 2020 is all about the four different types of scholarships being offered by University Grants Commission (UGC).

It is to recollect that higher education regulator invited applications from regular and full time students for availing the four types of scholarships under UGC Scholarship 2020.

The other aim of the this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 is to support post graduate education of single girl child in postgraduate courses only.

Girl students up to the age of 30 years at the time of admission in first year of PG courses are eligible.

The scheme is applicable to such single girl child who has taken admission in regular, fulltime first year masters degree course in any designated university or a post graduate college.

Admission to PG course in distance education mode is not covered under the scheme.

Amount of fellowship provided under this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 is Rs.36,200 per annum for a period of two years only – that is – full duration of a PG course.

No other additional grant will be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges in this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020.

Information about this scheme under UGC Scholarship can be obtained from the link ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/Guidelines_SGC1819.pdf’

2. PG Scholarship for University Rank Holder candidate (URH)
This is the second scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 and is provided with a motive of nurturing those students who show excellent performance at undergraduation with a motive of encouraging them to take pursue post graduation.

The purpose of this scheme is to attract talent for pursuing post graduate studies besides
strengthening the basic subjects at Undergraduate level.

The awardees, under this scheme, can pursue their postgraduate programme in any area of specialization in any institution of higher learning in the country.

The target group for this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 are the first and second rank holders at undergraduate level and who are admitted in any postgraduate course would be awarded the scholarship.

Even in this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 distance mode of education will not be considered.

The undergraduate courses identified under this scheme of UGC Scholarship 2020 are Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Social Sciences, Commerce and Languages.

The duration for which the financial assistance would be provided in this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 is two years.

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The details about this scholarship and how to apply for it are available on this link ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/GuidelinesUGCUniversityRankHolder1819.pdf’

3. Ishan Uday Special Scheme for North Eastern Region (NER)
This is the third scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 and is aimed at providing equal opportunities in higher education for students from north-east region in our country.

This scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 aims to enhance the Gross Enrolment Ration (GER) in the north-eastern region of our nation.

Students who are natives of north-eastern region of our country and whose parental income is not more than Rs 4.5 lakh per annum from all sources can focus on this scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 for availing assistance.

Also, candidates aiming to avail assistance under this scheme of UGC Scholarship 2020 should have passed 12th standard and should have secured admission in first year of any degree course which either general or technical.

As usual students studying courses under distance learning cannot avail assistance under this scheme of UGC Scholarship 2020.

Even transgender candidates can also apply under this scheme. The reservation shall be followed as per Government of India norms.

The detailed information about this scheme and procedure for applying is available on this link ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/ISHAN_UDAY_GUIDELINE.pdf’

This scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 aims at providing financial assistance to 1000 SC/ST candidates.

Candidates who are pursuing studies in professional subjects through correspondence or distance education mode cannot apply for the scholarship.

The tenure of this scholarship is for a duration of two or three years depending on the tenure of the post graduation course.

This scheme under UGC Scholarship 2020 does not however cover the extension of study period.

Candidates selected for the award of PG scholarships (under ME/MTech.) shall be provided scholarship of Rs.7800 per month for the duration of the PG scholarship.

For other courses, the amount of scholarship paid will be Rs.4500 per month.

The financial assistance in this scheme shall be payable to the awardee from the date of joining the first year of the post graduate course during the selection year.

Information about this scheme and how to go about applying for it is available on this link ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/public/schemeGuidelines/guidelines_pgsprof_gl1819.pdf’

The details about the above schemes under UGC Scholarship 2020 are also available on the National Scholarship Portal.

Students who have been admitted in the recognised educational institutions and are satisfying the eligibility criteria can apply for financial assistance to undertake studies through UGC Scholarship 2020.

Students can visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/’ and apply for UGC Scholarships.

Soon after they click the above url, a new page downloads and below the banner they can see three buttions titled ‘Central Schemes,’ ‘UGC/AICTE Schemes’ and ‘State Schemes’

They can click the second button ‘UGC/AICTE schemes’ to know about the four schemes of UGC Scholarship 2020 described above.

Soon after clicking ‘UGC/AICTE schemes’ button is clicked and when new page appears, applicants can click button ‘University Grants Commission – MHRD’ to know about each of the schemes under UGC Scholarship 2020′

How to apply
Students willing to apply for UGC Scholarship 2020 must visit the NSP at ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/’ and click the ‘New Registration’ button located next to the banner.

Soon after ‘New Registration’ button is clicked, applicants must provide their name, mobile number, email id, bank account details, scholarship category, identification details like Aaadhar Number.

In case if the age of the applying students is less than 18 years, the registration and subsequent application form filling must be done by his or her parents or guardians.

They have to keep the following documents while regisrtration:

1. Educational documents of student

2. Student’s Bank account number and IFSC code of the bank branch
Note: For pre matric scholarship scheme, where students do not have their own bank account, parents can provide their own account details.

However, parents account number can only be used against scholarship applications for maximum two children.

3. Aadhaar number of the Student

4. If Aadhaar is not available, then Bonafide student certificate from Institute/School and Aadhaar Enrolment ID or Scanned copy of Bank passbook

6. If Institute/School is different from domicile state of the applicant, then Bonafide student certificate from Institute/School.

Post registration, they can login and start applying for UGC Scholarship 2020.

Also candidates who are already registered can login directly and commence the process of applying for the scholarships.

The process of registration for the four schemes under the UGC Scholarship 2020 is available at ‘https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction’

The NSP has been open since 1 September this year for receiving fresh applications and also renewal applications in connection with the four schemes under UGC Scholarship 2020.

The last date to submit applications online is 30 November and last date to verify applications by institutions of students and also for re-submission of defective application is 15 December this year.

UGC requests students to submit applications for UGC Scholarship 2020 well in advance so that institutions can also verify them and take up rectifications.

UGC sources further say that the institutions can verify the applications by 10 December so that there is enough time to take up rectification work in the applications that are in need of corrections.

It would highlight the importance of industry and academia and stresses for strengthening of ties between these two vital sectors.

Organization

Who will be organizing the three day mega event IANC 2o25 which is also known as Industry – Academia Networking Conclave 2025?

Objective and theme

IANC 2025 seeks to establish a forum for transparent communication and cooperation between industries and academics.

It unites experts from both industries to exchange information, experience, expertise, and technology, thus enhancing our understanding of potential collaborative areas.

Moreover, IANC 2025 seeks to demonstrate the Institute’s competencies and resources to companies, while also informing students of the industry’s expectations, in order to let them thrive with necessary knowledge and skills.

It also aims to cultivate a symbiotic alliance between academics and industry that advantages both parties, leading to Leading to scientific progress, technology development and cultivation of future collaborations.

Theme of IANC 2025 is ‘ReVITalization for a Sustainable Future.’ There is more to it than meets the eye.

Thematic areas for IANC 2025 are Aviation Technologies, Climate Change, Carbon Neutrality, Circular Economy, Environmental, Social and Governance, Future Materials and Manufacturing.

The school provides four undergraduate degrees, five postgraduate programs, and research opportunities.

According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at VIT is in the top 8-10 in India and 201-250 globally.

The school has signed several Memoranda of Understanding with academic institutes and organizations of national and international reputation, allowing students, researchers, and professors to research and work on cutting-edge innovations through collaboration.

About CDC

Career Development Centre is essential in establishing VIT’s distinguished placement record.

It guarantees the seamless operation of placement activities on campus. The CDC enhances student training initiatives and ensures optimal placement in premier national and worldwide enterprises.

The CDC office assists with securing placements and organizing internships. The Centre is committed to promoting a culture of lifelong learning and to helping students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a rapidly changing job market.

Events

Various programs will be held as a part of IANC 2025. One of them is panel discussion on the topic ‘Driving Global Change: ESG, Inclusiveness, Equity, and Sustainability in MNCs, MSMEs, and SMEs’

Members for this are H D Varalaxmi, Regional Director, Central Pollution Control Board, Chennai, R. Sreejith, Lead, Sustainability Downstream
Aditya Birla, Dr. Sathish Mishra, Head and Associate Vice President,
Environmental and Sustainability, JSW Steel, Mr. Ramesh, Chief Sustainability Officer, Daimler India Commercial Vehicle Private Limited and Dr. Kartik Kumar, Managing Director, Life Giver Professional Service LLP.

There will another panel discussion on ‘The role and influence of Smart Technologies for Sustainable future.’

Panel members for this are Dr. Sandhya Pentareddy, Executive Director, VIT Vellore, Dr. Arunvel, Principal Manager R&D, Saint Gobain Research India, Mr. Anant Karegaonkar, Technical Specialist, Forbes Marshall, Mr. Thulasi Krishna Rao Bansi Rao, Senior Manager, Boeing India and Mr. Kannan Krishnan Sripathy, Deputy General Manager Operations, RNTBCI.

There will also be a Design-a-thon contest where a group students can participate as a team and workout solutions to the challenges and win prizes.

Another content to be held during IANC 2025 is Hackathon.

Link to know more about IANC 2025 is Here

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