State Government SchemeVerified for 2026

MPhil/PhD Fellowship for Minority Students (Karnataka) Last Date & Deadlines 2026

Application Deadline

31 December 2026

Deadlines differ annually; check the Directorate of Minorities portal for extensions.

Timeline Details & Extensions

Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.

  • Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
  • Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.

FAQs for MPhil/PhD Fellowship for Minority Students (Karnataka)

Q.Which communities are eligible?

Muslim, Christian, Jain, Buddhist, Sikh, and Parsi students residing in Karnataka are eligible.

Q.What is the family income limit?

The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹8 lakh.

Q.Can I receive this along with another government fellowship?

No, candidates already receiving UGC JRF/SRF or other government fellowships are not eligible.