Fellowship for Post-Graduate Students at SDAU 2026 – ₹5,000 Monthly Support
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Quick answer
The Fellowship for Post-Graduate Students in Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University provides financial aid to Master’s and Ph.D. students pursuing agriculture and allied sciences. Selected Master’s candidates receive ₹5,000 per month for two years, while Ph.D. candidates receive the same amount for three years. Applications are submitted offline to the University Registrar by 31st December each year.
At a glance
| Ministry / department | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Level | State Government (Gujarat) |
| Application mode | Offline |
Benefits
- Master’s degree students: ₹5,000/- per month for 2 years.
- Ph.D. degree students: ₹5,000/- per month for 3 years.
- The University shall annually award four fellowships in each of the concerned faculties for both Master's as well as Doctorate degree programmes.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant must be a student.
- The applicant must be enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program at Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU).
- The applicant must have secured a first-class or its equivalent OGPA in the qualifying undergraduate or postgraduate examination from a State Agricultural University in Gujarat.
- The applicant must be 28 years of age or below at the time of application.
- The applicant must maintain a minimum OGPA of 7.5 and must not receive an “F” (Fail) or “I” (Incomplete) grade during the course of study.
Documents required
- Graduate Mark Sheet
- Post Graduate Mark sheet
- Passport Size Photos
- Bank Account Details (should be linked with Aadhaar Number).
How to apply
- 1Visit the official portal of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU) for the fellowship notification released by 30th November each year.
- 2Obtain the prescribed application form from the University.
- 3Submit the completed application to the Registrar by 31st December of the same year.
- 4Selection will be made by a university committee based on merit and eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the fellowship?+
A student enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program at SDAU who has secured a first-class or equivalent OGPA from a State Agricultural University in Gujarat, is 28 years of age or below, maintains a minimum OGPA of 7.5 with no F or I grades, and is not availing any other government fellowship or scholarship nor is an in-service candidate.
What financial assistance is provided under the fellowship?+
Master’s degree students receive ₹5,000 per month for 2 years and Ph.D. degree students receive ₹5,000 per month for 3 years.
What is the duration of the fellowship for Master’s and Ph.D. students?+
The fellowship is granted for 2 years for Master’s students and 3 years for Ph.D. students.
How can I apply for the fellowship?+
Applications are made offline by obtaining the prescribed form from SDAU and submitting it to the Registrar by 31st December each year after checking the notification released on the official portal of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU) by 30th November.
What is the last date to submit the application?+
The application must be submitted to the Registrar no later than 31st December each academic year.
When is the fellowship notification released each year?+
The fellowship notification is released by the Registrar typically by 30th November each year.
Are students already employed eligible?+
No, in-service candidates are not eligible.
Can I hold another government fellowship along with this one?+
No, the scheme prohibits availing any other government fellowship or scholarship simultaneously.
What academic performance is required to retain the fellowship?+
Students must maintain a minimum OGPA of 7.5 and must not receive an F or I grade during the course of study.
How is the fellowship amount disbursed?+
The fellowship amount is disbursed monthly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary.
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