CHENNAI – 13 Nov, 2026 National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students Enables Research Scholar to Complete Ph.D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding.
The academic and professional journey of 29 year research scholar Anjali Kumari (name changed) demonstrates how access to educational support can contribute to individual achievement, family advancement and wider social progress.
Through initiatives such as the NFSC Scheme, the Government of India remains committed to expanding opportunities for students from Scheduled Caste communities and enabling them to contribute meaningfully to the nation's development.
The National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC) Scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, continues to facilitate access to higher education and advanced research opportunities for students from Scheduled Caste communities.
Demonstrating the positive impact of the Scheme, Anjali Kumari successfully completed her Ph.D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding with financial assistance of approximately ₹11 lakh received under the NFSC Scheme during 2022–2025.