In 2024, thousands of NET JRF-qualified PhD students across India were waiting for a long time, not just the UGC award letter, but for the real gateway that unlocks their monthly fellowship: the Canara Bank Scholarship & Fellowship Management Portal (SFMP).
If you are one of them, chances are you’re either stuck trying to find your Student ID, confused about the Scholar’s Corner registration, or wondering where your UGC payment is stuck.
This guide breaks everything down in simple terms, using real experiences, actual UGC guidelines, and updated info from the Canara Bank UGC portal.
Understanding the Canara Bank UGC Online Portal
The Canara UGC Scholarship and Fellowship Management Portal (SFMP) is the official digital web-based platform used by UGC to disburse monthly fellowships for various research schemes, such as:
- JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)
- SRF (Senior Research Fellowship)
- MANF, NFSC, NFOBC, and more
It is best for students, access all details using a smartphone.
Canara Bank acts as the nodal bank that handles fund distribution and scholar data management on behalf of UGC.
Who Should Use the Portal
The portal is designed for:
- Postgraduate and doctoral scholars applying for UGC fellowships
- Faculty and researchers seeking postdoctoral grants
- SC/ST/OBC scholars receiving national fellowships
- Scholars who need to link their Aadhaar and UDID for fellowship disbursement
Complete List of UGC Fellowship Schemes on Canara Portal
If you are confused about which scheme applies to you, here’s a list of major UGC fellowships that use the SFMP portal:
- NET JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)
- SRF (Senior Research Fellowship)
- Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF) – For Minority Students
- National Fellowship for SC (NFSC)
- National Fellowship for ST (NFST)
- National Fellowship for OBC (NFOBC)
- National Fellowship for Persons with Disabilities (NFPwD)
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship for SC/ST
- Kothari Fellowship (Science Stream PhDs)
- BSR Fellowships in Sciences
- Savitribai Jyotirao Fellowship for a single girl child
- PG Scholarship for M.E, M.Tech, M.Pharm to Gate/GPAT Qualified candidates
Always select the correct scheme during registration—mistakes can delay your fellowship.
How to Log in to the Canara UGC Portal
If you have already registered, follow these simple steps to access the dashboard –
- Firstly, go to Google and search UGC Canara Bank Portal, or directly visit their official URL – https://scholarship.canarabank.in/
- Here, enter your linked Email ID and password.
- Fill out the random captcha code.
- Tap on the login button.
How to Register in Scholar’s Corner (Step-by-Step)
If you are logging in for the first time, you need to set up an account first, where you will be required to provide your UGC award letter details. follow the steps –
- Tap on the Registration button in the header section.
- First, you have to select your scheme from the list.
- Enter your Student ID And Email ID. (same as in UGC/NET application)
- Carefully, Fill out your Date of birth in the same pattern.
- Now, enter the captcha from the image and tap on the register button.
Tip: After entering your Email ID, the UGB Portal sends a temporary password to your inbox. Use it for the first time only.
Note: In case you do not have an email ID, you have to visit your University/Institute to update.
Now the major question,
What is a UGC Student ID, and why does it matter
The Student ID is a special title number allocated by UGC after verifying your JRF award and institutional admission. It’s the single most important key that lets you register on the portal.
So, where do you get your SFMP Student ID?
- UGC auto-generates your Student ID after verifying your award letter and university admission.
- This process usually takes 30–45 days after the result.
- Your Student ID is included in the UGC award letter under the title “Student ID”.
- Use this ID on the Canara Bank SFMP registration page under “New User Registration.”
What is the online method to find the SFMP Student ID
- Simply visit the official website of the UGB portal and tap on Search student ID. (If not found, search on Google directly)
- Select your scheme from the list.
- Enter your mobile number, Full Name, Account No, and Email ID.
- Tap on search.
Student ID: No Record Found? Here’s Why
- Your Student ID is not yet uploaded by UGC.
- You’re entering the wrong scheme or incorrect date format.
- There may be delays in university verification or Aadhaar linking.
What to Do:
- Wait at least 1.5 months after your UGC result and award letter.
- Ensure your university has updated your admission details with UGC.
- Double-check the scheme selected (JRF, MANF, NFSC, etc.)
- Talk to your nodal officer or call at 011-23387332/38 (Working Days Only)
- Drop an Email at scholarship.ugc@canarabank.com
Forgot Password or Locked Account? Do This
If you forgot your password or locked your account:
- Go to Forgot Password
- Enter your Student ID, DOB, and registered email
- Check your inbox for OTP
- Use OTP to reset your login
Bonus: Avoid special characters in your new password.
How to Start the Linking Process for Payment
Once registered, you must link your fellowship to your university:
- Log in to Scholar’s Corner
- Go to My Joining Report
- Upload the joining report in PDF (max 5MB, no special characters)
- The University Nodal Officer will verify and approve
Without this step, payments won’t start.
What if It’s Been Over 3 Years Since the JRF Result?
Sometimes students delay their PhD admission. If it’s over 3 years since your JRF result:
- Your university must request a Mark Exception via the Canara portal
- Once UGC approves, you’ll be allowed to register and link
Example: JRF in Dec 2020, admission in Jan 2024 → 36 months + 1 (buffer) = Enter 37 months.
How to Track Linking & Payment Status
You can check the real-time status through your login:
- Linking Status: My Profile → Candidate Linking
- Payment Status:
- Generated: Awaiting UGC processing
- Certificate Initiation Pending: The University hasn’t approved
- Rejected: Fix errors and re-upload documents
Student FAQs
Who uploads documents to the Canara Bank UGC Portal?
It’s done by your university or institution, which uploads documents like joining reports and continuation certificates on your behalf. Students usually don’t upload these directly.
How to get the admin login ID for the Canara Bank UGC Portal?
It only has an admin access area, so only university administrators or UGC coordinators can get admin login access; however, you can choose the scholar login section to enter your email for your portal.
Who is eligible for the Canara Bank scholarship?
Scholars with valid UGC-awarded fellowships such as JRF, SRF, MANF, NFSC, NFST, and NFPwD are eligible. An award letter is required.
What is the full form of SFMP Portal?
The full form of SFMP is Scholarship and Fellowship Management Portal, managed by Canara Bank in collaboration with UGC.
What if my Aadhaar seeding is not complete?
Until your Aadhaar is seeded in both the bank and SFMP, your mode of payment will not be updated.
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This article was written by Nanne Parmar, a fintech expert with a DCA degree and a commerce background, with 6+ years of experience in finance, fintech, and banking. Nanne has worked extensively in AI tools for banking, financial calculators, and fintech products. As the founder of EaseMoney, he focuses on making complex financial concepts simple for Indian users.