Centre For Development Studies
About this Scholarship
The Centre For Development Studies offers scholarships for Indian students through its MPhil and PhD programmes in Applied Economics and Economics. The programmes are affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, and commenced on August 1, 2005. The programme details are available on the CDS website.
The MPhil Programme is open to students with a Master's degree in Economics or related disciplines with a minimum of 50% marks. The PhD Programme requires a Master's degree in Economics or related disciplines with a minimum of 50% marks, or an MPhil degree with a minimum FGPA of 6 on a 10-point scale, or a qualifying score in the UGC/ICAR NET.
Fellowships are available for both programmes, with a monthly stipend of Rs. 3000 for MPhil and Rs. 6000 for PhD. The UGC JRF can also be availed for both programmes. Additionally, the Journalism Education Trust Fellowship is available for journalists and postgraduates in Journalism to undergo the MPhil programme.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility
- MPhil Programme: Master's in Economics with 50% marks or in other Social Science / Humanities subjects with 55% or in Science subjects with 60%.
- Professionals with Bachelor's degree in technology, medical sciences, and legal studies are also encouraged.
- PhD Programme: (i) Master's in Economics with 50% marks or in related disciplines in development studies with 55% marks and (ii) M Phil with FGPA of 6 on a 10-point scale or Qualifying the NET of UGC/ICAR.
- The MPhil requirement can be waived for those with research experience and good calibre publications and/or PG level teaching experience and those who have qualified for UGC JRF in relevant disciplines.
How to Apply
<h2>How to Apply</h2><ol><li>Application Form & Prospectus can be obtained from the Programme Office on payment of Rs. 100 by an A/C payee DD in favour of CDS, Payable at Thiruvanathapuram; free of cost for SC/ST applicants.</li><li>Can also be downloaded from www.cds.edu</li><li>Those awaiting results of the qualifying examination may also apply.</li><li>SC/ST candidates eligible irrespective of their percentage of marks</li><li>Statutory reservation available for SC/ST and PH candidates</li><li>Application Deadline: May 20, 2005</li></ol>
Scholarship at a glance
| Award amount | Rs.3000 |
|---|---|
| Study level | All |
| Type | Government |
Common questions
How much is the Centre For Development Studies?
The Centre For Development Studies offers Rs.3000.
Who is eligible for the Centre For Development Studies?
To apply you need to meet these conditions: Eligibility MPhil Programme: Master's in Economics with 50% marks or in other Social Science / Humanities subjects with 55% or in Science subjects with 60%. Professionals with Bachelor's degree in technology, medical sciences, and legal studies are also encouraged. PhD Programme: (i) Master's in Economics with 50% marks or in related disciplines in development studies with 55% marks and (ii) M Phil with FGPA of 6 on a 10-point scale or Qualifying the NET of UGC/ICAR. The MPhil requirement can be waived for those with research experience and good calibre publications and/or PG level teaching experience and those who have qualified for UGC JRF in relevant disciplines.
How do I apply for the Centre For Development Studies?
Apply in 7 steps: How to Apply; Application Form & Prospectus can be obtained from the Programme Office on payment of Rs. 100 by an A/C payee DD in favour of CDS, Payable at Thiruvanathapuram; free of cost for SC/ST applicants.; Can also be downloaded from www.cds.edu; Those awaiting results of the qualifying examination may also apply.; SC/ST candidates eligible irrespective of their percentage of marks; Statutory reservation available for SC/ST and PH candidates; Application Deadline: May 20, 2005.
Which students can apply for the Centre For Development Studies?
This scholarship is open to all students.
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