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What does a junior research fellow do?
The objective of the JRF scheme is to provide opportunities to NET-qualified candidates to undertake advanced studies and research leading to M. Phil/Ph. D. Degrees in Humanities and Social Sciences including Languages and Sciences.
How do you become a junior research fellow?
Eligibility:Candidates who have qualified in NET-JRF or the UGC-CSIR joint test. However, the registration for the M. Phil/PhD is made by the Universities/Institutions/Colleges within stipulated period of two years from the date of declaration of result or date of issue of award letter/date of joining the fellowship.
Is JRF exam tough?
JRF is available for five years, subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions laid down by the UGC. So be clear about your goals before filling out the NET application form. “It is a tough exam to crack. Barely five per cent of those who appear clear it,” says Delhi-based career counsellor Pervin Malhotra.
What are the advantages of JRF?
While doing your research work and studies, you get the JRF scholarship amount of INR 31,000 (for the initial 2 years) and INR 35,000 (for remaining tenure). Additionally, you also get a contingency amount and HRA as per the university rules.
What is a junior research fellow (JRF)?
The very first two years you are called junior research fellow (JRF). You may as well work with a research laboratory after clearing NET with out registration. In short, a person who has entered the field of research. What happens after you clear UGC NET & JRF?
What is it like to be a research fellow?
A Research Fellow may work independently, or as part of a research team. Research Fellows have excellent quantitative and qualitative research skills and have a strong academic profile including publication in peer-reviewed journals and conference papers.
What is the difference between JRF and research assistant?
Research Assistant : A research assistant is a researcher employed, often on a temporary contract, by a university or a research institute, for the purpose of assisting in academic research. Junior Research Fellowship ( JRF) is hence a fellowship program offered by government to assist projects and do your Phd simultaneously.
What is the role of a fellow?
Although both will engage in research activities, the Fellow is normally paired to a senior scholar whose work he or she will assist.