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Ministry highlights impact of National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment stated on 12 October 2026 that the National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC) Scheme provides financial aid to eligible scholars for doctoral studies. The support includes fellowship funds, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and contingency assistance to remove financial barriers to higher education.
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- Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
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- Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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- Dated
- 12 October 2026
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