So, you’re aiming for a Ph.D. or already doing one and heard about UGC Fellowships, right? But you’re kinda confused about the whole UGC Fellowship Portal thing? Don’t worry — you’re not the only one.
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This blog is your simple guide to understand how the UGC Fellowship Portal 2025 works — how to login, apply, and keep track of your fellowship payments (yup, the money part too 😄).
🎯 First Off, What is the UGC Fellowship Portal?
The UGC Fellowship Portal is an official online platform by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It helps Ph.D. and postgraduate students:
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Apply for fellowships like JRF, SRF, MANF, NFSC, NFOBC, etc.
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Track monthly fellowship payments
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Update research progress
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Download joining/progress reports
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And yes, fix issues with disbursements
The site is especially for students who got selected through UGC-NET or belong to SC, ST, OBC, Minority, or PwD categories and are registered in recognized universities.
Portal Link 👉 https://scholarship.canarabank.in
💼 Popular Fellowships You Can Track on UGC Portal
Here are some well-known fellowships managed through the portal:
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UGC NET JRF Fellowship
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Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF)
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National Fellowship for SC Students (NFSC)
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National Fellowship for OBC (NFOBC)
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PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child
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PG Scholarship for Professional Courses for SC/ST
🔐 How to Login to UGC Fellowship Portal (Step-by-Step)
Here’s how you login to check or manage your fellowship:
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Click on “Candidate Login”
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Enter your User ID (email) and password
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Fill the captcha and hit Login
Done! You’ll see your profile, payment info, and update options.
🔑 Forgot your password? Use the “Forgot Password” option and reset via OTP.
📝 How to Apply for UGC Fellowship (Fresh)
For most UGC fellowships, you need to first clear UGC-NET/JRF or qualify via proper admission (for category-based fellowships). Once you’re admitted:
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Register yourself on the UGC fellowship portal
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Fill out your research/course details
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Upload necessary documents (joining report, ID proof, bank details, etc.)
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Submit and wait for institute verification
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Track progress and payment after approval
📋 Documents You’ll Need
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Aadhaar card
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University admission proof
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UGC-NET/JRF award letter (if applicable)
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Income certificate (for SC/ST/OBC fellowships)
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Joining/Progress reports
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Bank account details (preferably in Canara Bank)
Some fellowships directly disburse through Canara Bank, so linking is important.
🔍 How to Check UGC Fellowship Status
To track your monthly payments:
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Login to https://scholarship.canarabank.in
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Click on “Fellowship Status”
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You’ll see payment month-wise — like Approved, Released, or Under Process
If payment is delayed, talk to your university nodal officer or contact UGC directly.
⚠️ Common Issues (and Fixes)
Problem 1: Payment stuck?
✅ Fix: Check if progress report is submitted & verified.
Problem 2: Name mismatch in bank/Aadhaar
✅ Fix: Update name and documents through institute
Problem 3: Not able to login?
✅ Fix: Reset password or clear browser cache and try again
Final Thoughts
The UGC Fellowship Portal is your go-to place if you’re receiving or applying for research fellowships under UGC. From payment tracking to uploading reports — it handles all the backend stuff you need during your research journey.
So don’t ignore it — login regularly, keep your profile updated, and don’t wait till someone else tells you there’s an issue.