UGC to grant PhD studies

BHAKTAPUR, Feb 17: The University Grant Commission has decided to offer three-year full scholarship to students perusing doctorate studies from this year.



The Commission, under its special programme, is set to provide with full scholarship to the students whose research proposals for doctorate are approved, informed Administration Chief of the Commission, Subas Chandra Dhungel.[break]



Monthly stipend Rs. 4,500 will be provided to each eligible student during three years period, which is required to undertake research for doctorate (Ph.D). The scholarship is specified for the permanent teachers of various universities and affiliate campuses.



Students are bound to submit their thesis within three years and the Commission will provide incentive Rs. 10,000 each and educational materials to those completing their Ph.D within the period.

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