Selection will be based on post-graduate marks and academic merit of the basic course, along with the fulfilment of prescribed eligibility requirements.
CM Researcher Scholarship 2025
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Eligibility
Ph.D. Research Scholars enrolled in Kerala State Universities
Region
Award
Award of ₹10,000 per month
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The CM Researcher Scholarship 2025 is an initiative of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala, to support Ph.D. research scholars enrolled in the state’s universities. The selected students will receive a scholarship award of ₹10,000 per month for a duration of up to three years, enabling research scholars to pursue high-quality research without financial constraints.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian citizen
- be enrolled as a regular/full-time Ph.D. research scholar in Government/Aided/University Departments or affiliated research centres
- not be receiving any other fellowship from UGC (JRF, MANF, RGNF, PMRF), Government of India/State Government, or any other funding agency
- not be a part-time, external, or distance mode scholar
Note:- Students must register in a Ph.D. programme during the January 2025 or July 2025 session.
Benefits
The CM Researcher Scholarship offers ₹10,000 per month for up to three years, disbursed biannually in June and December upon submission of required reports and certifications.
Documents
- Application form
- Passport-size photo & signature
- Attested copy of post-graduation mark list
- Copy of Aadhaar card
- Consent letter from the guide
- Attested copy of Joining Report
- Affidavit certified by the guide stating that the applicant is not receiving any other fellowship
- University registration order copy
- Bank passbook
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Download the application form attached at the end of the document.
Step 4: Fill in the required details and attach the required documents.
Step 5: Submit the application through the forwarding officer (Principal/Nodal Officer/Institution Head).
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 12 September 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
Directorate of Collegiate Education
6th Floor, Vikas Bhavan
Thiruvananthapuram – 695033
Kerala, India
Email ID: dir.colledn@kerala.gov.in | Phone number: 0471- 2303107, 2303548
Source: http://collegiateedu.kerala.gov.in
Important Links
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this CM Researcher Scholarship 2025?
Answer: The Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala is offering this scholarship.
Question: How much is the award worth?
Answer: The scholarship amount is ₹10,000 per month for a duration of up to three years.
Question: What is the duration of the CM Researcher Scholarship 2025?
Answer: The scholarship duration is up to 3 years from the date of joining as a research scholar.
Question: Who can apply for the CM Researcher Scholarship 2025?
Answer: Full-time Ph.D. scholars registered in Kerala State Universities during the January or July 2025 session, who are not receiving any other fellowship, are eligible to apply.
Question: What is the last day to apply for the scholarship?
Answer: The last day to apply for the scholarship is 12 September 2025.
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