BSR Fellowship Scheme for Science Students - UGC 2026

Uttarakhand residents can now get round-the-clock health information and medical advice through the toll-free number 104, a Read More... key initiative under the National Health Mission. Read less

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Ever worried about health concerns and not knowing who to ask? Uttarakhand has a solution for you! The Integrated Toll-Free 104 Helpline is here to offer instant support.

What Is This Scheme?

This helpline is a special project under the National Health Mission (NHM), managed by the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare in Uttarakhand. It's designed to give everyone in the state access to correct health information and expert medical advice, anytime, day or night.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

If you are a resident of Uttarakhand, this helpline is for you. It's a public service aimed at making health guidance easily accessible to all citizens of the state.

Why This Scheme Is Important

In today's fast-paced world, quick access to reliable health information is crucial. The 104 Helpline ensures that people don't have to wait for official hours or travel to get basic medical advice. This 24x7 service supports public health awareness and provides timely guidance, potentially helping in early detection and management of health issues.

Objective

Uttarakhand residents can now get round-the-clock health information and medical advice through the toll-free number 104, a key initiative under the National Health Mission.

Benefits

Financial Assistance:

Fellowship:

For GATE/NET Qualified candidates:

JRF @ ₹24,800/- per month for 2years
SRF@ ₹27,900/- per month for remaining period

For others:

JRF @ ₹21,700/- per month for 2 years
SRF @ ₹24,800/- per month for remaining period

Contingency

JRF @ ₹12,000/- per annum
SRF @ ₹25,000/- per annum

Notes:

The tenure of fellowship is initially for two years under the BSR scheme.
Upon expiry of this period, If the research work is found satisfactory, his/her tenure will be extended further for a period of five year under the enhanced emoluments as SRF.
The recommendation of the Committee shall be submitted to the UGC designated agency for Upgradation to the level of RGNF-SRF in the prescribed proforma (Annexure- VI).
In case the work for the first two years is not found satisfactory, an additional year will be given to him/her for improvement. In such cases work will be evaluated again after three years, and if improvement is found, the Fellow will get two more years under the BSR. Thus, the total period of fellowship is five years, with no further provision of extension.
It may be noted that the fellowship amount shall be disbursed through UGC designated agency into the bank account of the Fellow directly.

HRA:

Suitable hostel accommodation may be provided to the candidates in the institutions. In such cases, the fellow is eligible to draw only hostel fees excluding mess, electricity, water charges, etc. A certificate to this effect is to be furnished through the Registrar/Director/Principal. HRA is not permissible for those candidates who are staying in Hostel accommodation.
In case of non-availability of hostel accommodation, the fellow may be provided with single accommodation by the host institution. In such cases, the rent paid by the fellow on actual basis may be reimbursed subject to the ceiling of HRA as per Govt. of India norms.
If the fellow makes her own arrangements of accommodation, he/she may be entitled to draw HRA as per categorization of cities by the Govt. of India.

Medical:

No separate/fixed medical assistance is provided. However, the Fellow may avail the medical facilities available in the University/Institution/College.

Leave:

Leave for maximum period of 30 days in a year in addition to public holidays maybe taken by the BSR Fellow with the approval of the Head of Department. However, they are not entitled to any other vacations, such as summer, winter and pooja vacations.
Candidates are eligible for maternity/ paternity leave at full rates of the fellowship as per Government of India rules once during the tenure of the award.
The fellow, in special cases may be allowed by the Commission, academic leave without fellowship and contingency for a period not exceeding one year during the tenure of award on the recommendation of the Head of the department of the institution concerned to undertake academic/ teaching assignment or foreign travel in connection with academic work. The expenditure on travel cannot be claimed from UGC. The period of leave without fellowship will be counted towards the tenure.

Sources and references

Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

The service is available to all residents of Uttarakhand.

How To Apply

There's no formal application process to use this service. Simply dial the toll-free number to get assistance.

Dial the toll-free number 104 from your phone.
You will be connected to a health advisor who can provide information and guidance.

This service is provided by the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand, under the National Health Mission.

Documents Required

No documents are needed to use the 104 Helpline. It's a direct service available to everyone by just making a call.

FAQ’s

How can I get health advice anytime in Uttarakhand?

You can get health advice anytime by calling the toll-free number 104. This helpline operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year for the convenience of all residents.

What kind of help can I expect from the 104 number?

The 104 helpline provides general public access to reliable health information and medical advice. You can call to get guidance on health-related matters.

Is there a cost to call the 104 helpline?

No, the 104 helpline is a toll-free number, meaning you do not have to pay any charges to make a call and get health information or advice.

Which government department is behind the 104 health helpline?

The Integrated Toll-Free 104 Helpline is an initiative under the National Health Mission (NHM) and is implemented by the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand.

Who is eligible to use the 104 health helpline?

Any resident of Uttarakhand is eligible to use the 104 health helpline to access health information and medical advice.