- Introduction
- Faculty Training Programme
- Details of Course Coordinators - Faculty Training
- Student Training & Technician Training Programmes
- Details of Course Coordinators - Student Training Programmes
- Details of Course Coordinators - Technician Training Programmes
- How to Apply
The Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, has sanctioned the DBT Skill Vigyan program in biotechnology and Life Sciences, which will be executed in Kerala through the Kerala Biotechnology Commission, KSCSTE. KBC, KSCSTE is collaborating with 15 state academic and research institutions to provide student training, technician training, and faculty training programs. The three month student and technician training programmes offer monthly stipend and certification from the sector skill councils under the Govt. of India. The faculty training programmes offer 14 day hands on training in cutting edge areas of biotechnology.
Online Registration of Student and Technician Training programmes under DBT Skill Vigyan Programme Kerala 
- Click here to apply online
Online Registration of Faculty under DBT Skill Vigyan Programme Kerala
FACULTY TRAINING PROGRAMME
The Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, has sanctioned the DBT Skill Vigyan program in biotechnology and Life Sciences, which will be executed in Kerala through the Kerala Biotechnology Commission, KSCSTE. KBC, KSCSTE is collaborating with 15 state academic and research institutions to provide student training, technician training, and faculty training programs.
The Faculty Training Programme is conducted by the Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) in collaboration with seven partnering institutions. The program is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of faculty members and scientists in the field of Biotechnology. It provides hands-on training in advanced and emerging areas of biotechnology, equipping participants with the latest tools and techniques to apply in their research and teaching endeavors.
Partner Institutions:
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- College of Horticulture, Kerala Agriculture University, Vellanikkara, Thrissur
- Cochin University of Science &Technology (CUSAT), Cochin
- Business Incubation Centre - KUFOS, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Cochin
- Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam
- KSCSTE - Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Palode
- Rubber Research Institute of India, Kottayam
- Cashew Export Promotion Council of India Laboratory & Research Institute, Kollam
Courses offered:
| Sl No | Partner Institution | Course(s) Duration: 14 days | No. of Faculty to be trained in a year |
| 1. | Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam | a. Hands-on training in LC-MS of biomolecules | 20 |
| b. Hands-on training in advanced gene cloning and protein Expression/purification | 20 | ||
| c. Phage applications and antimicrobial resistance | 20 | ||
| 2. | Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin | Cell culture techniques for biotechnology applications - Focus on neurobiology and cancer | 20 |
| 3. | Business Incubation Centre - KUFOS, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Cochin | Training on Development of sustainable packing techniques of fishery food products | 20 |
| 4. | Cashew Export Promotion Council of India Laboratory & Research Institute, Kollam. | Advanced Techniques In Biotechnology | 20 x 2 |
| 5. | KSCSTE-Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Palode | Gas Chromatographic Techniques in Aromatic Plants Research | 20 x 2 |
| 6. | College of Horticulture, Kerala Agriculture University, Vellanikkara, Thrissur | Techniques in Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics | 20 x 3 |
| 7. | Rubber Research Institute of India, Kottayam | Hands-on Training Programme in “Recent Advances in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Techniques | 20 |
Total No. of faculty to be trained per year: 260
Details of Course coordinators of Faculty Training Programme
| Sl No | Partner Institution | Course(s) Duration: 14 days | Course Coordinators & Contact details |
| 1 | Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam | a. Hands-on training in LC-MS of biomolecules
b. Hands-on training in advanced gene cloning and protein Expression/purification c. Phage applications and antimicrobial resistance |
Dr. Bipin Nair Dean & Professor, Amritha School of Biotechnology, AmrithaViswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam Email: bipin@am.amrita.edu Mob: 9895036316 |
| 2 | Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin | Cell culture techniques for biotechnology applications - Focus on neurobiology and cancer | Dr. Baby Chakrapani P S Director, Centre for Neuroscience and Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin Email: chakrapani@cusat.ac.in Mob: 9495109908 OR Dr. Sarita G Bhat Professor Department of Biotechnology Cochin University of Science and Technology. Email: sgbhat@cusat.ac.in Mob: 9846033486 |
| 3 | Business Incubation Centre - KUFOS, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Cochin | Training on Development of sustainable packing techniques of fishery food products
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Dr. Radhika Rajasree S.R. Professor and HoD (FPT) Coordinator- KUFOS Business Incubation Centre, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Cochin Email: radhikarajasree@kufos.ac.in/ radhiin@gmail.com |
| 4 | Cashew Export Promotion Council of India Laboratory & Research Institute, Kollam. | Advanced Techniques in Biotechnology | Dr. Siju Senan Senior Scientist, Biotechnology Department, CEPCI Laboratory& Research Institute , Kollam Email: sijusenan@gmail.com Mob: 9447559308 |
| 5 | KSCSTE-Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Palode | Gas Chromatographic Techniques in Aromatic Plants Research | Dr. K. B. Ramesh Kumar Senior Scientist, Phytochemistry and Phytopharmacology Division KSCSTE-Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute Palode, Thiruvananthapuram Email: kbrtbgri@gmail.com; Mob: 9446376431 |
| 6 | College of Horticulture, Kerala Agriculture University, Vellanikkara, Thrissur | Techniques in Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics | Dr. Deepu Mathew Assistant Professor Centre for Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Biology, Kerala Agricultural University KAU Post, Thrissur Email: deepu.mathew@kau.in Mob: 9446478503 |
| 7 | Rubber Research Institute of India, Kottayam | Hands-on Training Programme in Recent Advances in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Techniques | Dr. C. Bindu Roy Principal Scientist Plant Pathology Division Rubber Research Institute of India, Kottayam Email: binduroy2008@gmail.com /binduroy@rubberboard.org.in Mob: 9446375352 |
STUDENT TRAINING and TECHNICIAN TRAINING Programmes
The Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, has sanctioned the DBT Skill Vigyan program in biotechnology and Life Sciences, which will be executed in Kerala through the Kerala Biotechnology Commission, KSCSTE. KBC, KSCSTE is collaborating with 15 state academic and research institutions to provide student training, technician training, and faculty training programs.
The student and technician training programs will offer a three-month, hands-on, stipendiary training experience to individuals at the entry level, including Plus 2 students, graduates, and postgraduates, specializing in various biotechnology fields. These programs have been developed in collaboration with four prominent sector skill councils under the Government of India's purview: the Life Science Sector Skill Development Council (LSSSDC), Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI), Food Industry Capacity and Skill Initiative (FICSI), and Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC). The curriculum for these programs is in alignment with the Qualification Packages (QPs) established by the sector skill councils, which are tailored to meet industry requirements.
Training Partners
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Knowledge Partners
LSSSDC-Life Science Sector Skill Development council
FICSI-Food Industry Capacity & Skill Initiative
ASCI- Agriculture Skill Council of India
HSSC – Healthcare Sector Skill Council
STUDENT TRAINING PROGRAMMES [Duration: 3 months]
| Sl No | Certification programme | Coordinating Institute | Knowledge Partner | No. of Students to be trained | Eligibility Criterion | Stipend |
| 1. | Biopharmaceutical/ Biotechnology (LFS/Q0512) | Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam | LSSSDC | 20 | Masters in relevant discipline/ M. Pharma | Rs. 10,000/- per month |
| 2 | Microbiologist – Quality Control (LFS/Q0308 ver.3) | MES College Marampally | LSSSDC | 20 | B.Sc. in relevant subject such as Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Immunology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| 3. | Lab Technician: Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509-SI001, ver.3) | Sree Narayana College, Kollam | LSSSDC | 20 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 4. | Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509-SI001, ver.3) | St. Thomas College, Thrissur | LSSSDC | 20 x 2 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 5. | Food Microbiologist (FIC/Q7603) | Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam | FICSI | 20 | Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| 6. | Sea Food Products Packaging (FIC/Q7001) | Business Incubation Centre - KUFOS, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) | FICSI | 20 | Preferably class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| Total Students to be trained per year | 140 | |||||
LSSSDC-Life Science Sector Skill Development council
FICSI-Food Industry Capacity & Skill Initiative
TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAMMES [Duration: 3 months]
| Sl No | Certification programme | Coordinating Institute | Knowledge Partner | No. of Students to be trained | Eligibility Criterion | Stipend |
| 1. | Lab Technician and assistant Advance training in bioprocess technology (LFS/Q0219) | Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam |
LSSSDC |
20 x 2 | Graduation in Biotechnology/biochemical/chemical preferable or biological science or applied science or a closely related field | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| 2. | Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0) | Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin |
LSSSDC |
20 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 3 | Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0) | Mar Ivanios College, Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram |
LSSSDC |
20 x 2 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 4. | Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0) | KSCSTE - Malabar Botanical Garden & Institute of Plant Sciences (MBGIPS), Kozhikode |
LSSSDC |
20 x 2 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 5. | Associate Clinical Research Management (Pharma, Biologics and Medical Devices)- Site Management (LFS/Q3501-SI001, Ver 2.0) | St. Joseph’s College, Iringalakkuda, Thrissur |
LSSSDC |
20 | B. Pharm preferable/B.Sc. in any subject /Clinical Research Certification | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| 6. | Plant tissue culture (AGR/Q8101 V1.1) | M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation Community Agrobiodiversity Centre Wayanad |
ASCI |
20 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month |
| 7. | Mushroom Production and Value Addition
(AGR/Q7803 V.1.0) |
ASCI |
20 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month | |
| 8. | Organic Grower (AGR/Q1201) |
ASCI |
20 | class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology | Rs. 3,000/- per month | |
| 9 | Aquatic Animal Health Manager (AGR/Q4911) | National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health (NCAAH), Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin |
ASCI |
20 | Bachelor’s Degree in Aquaculture | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| 10 | Genetic Counselor (HSS/Q8704) | St. Joseph’s College, Iringalakkuda, Thrissur |
HSSC |
20 | Graduate (recognized system of medicine, bachelor's degree in any subject) or Graduate Nurse or Post Graduate (Social work or Psychiatry or Sociology or Social Science or Public Health) | Rs. 5,000/- per month |
| Total Students to be trained per year | 260 | |||||
LSSSDC - Life Science Sector Skill Development council
FICSI - Food Industry Capacity & Skill Initiative
ASCI -Agriculture Skill Council of India
HSSC – Healthcare Sector Skill Council
Total No. of students to be trained per year: 400
No. of Students to be trained under LSSSDC: 260
No. of Students to be trained under ASCI: 80
No. of Students to be trained under FICSI: 40
No. of Students to be trained under HSSC: 20
Details of Course coordinators of Student Training Programme
| Sl No. | Partnering Institution | Course(s) | Course Coordinators & Contact Details |
| 1 | Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam | a) Biopharmaceutical/ Biotechnology (LFS/Q0512) b) Food Microbiologist (FIC/Q7603) | Dr. Bipin Nair Dean & Professor, Amritha School of Biotechnology, , AmrithaViswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam Email: bipin@am.amrita.edu Mob: 9895036316 |
| 2. | MES College Marampally | Microbiologist – Quality Control (LFS/Q0308 ver.3) | Dr. Umesh B.T. Associate Professor & Head, Research & PG Department of Bio Sciences, MES College, Marampally Email: umesh_bt@yahoo.com Mob: 9447424893 |
| 3 | Sree Narayana College, Kollam | Lab Technician: Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509-SI001, ver.3) | Ms. Greeshma P assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SN College , Kollam Email:greeshmapallath@gmail.com Mob: 9048038175 |
| 4 | St. Thomas College, Thrissur | Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509-SI001, ver.3) | Dr. GeethuElizabath Thomas Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, St. Thomas College , Thrissur Email: geethuelizabaththomas@stthomas.ac.in Mob: 9447797920 |
| 5 | Business Incubation Centre - KUFOS, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) | Sea Food Products Packaging (FIC/Q7001) | Dr. Radhika Rajasree S.R. Professor and HoD (FPT) Coordinator- KUFOS Business Incubation Centre, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Panangad-682506, Cochin, Kerala, India. Email: radhikarajasree@kufos.ac.in radhiin@gmail.com Mob: 9840927503 |
Details of Course coordinators of Technician Training Programme
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Partnering Institution |
Course(s) |
Course Coordinators & Contact Details |
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Amrita School of Biotechnology, Amrita Viswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam |
Lab Technician and assistant Advance training in bioprocess technology (LFS/Q0219) |
Dr. Bipin Nair Dean & Professor, Amritha School of Biotechnology, , AmrithaViswavidyapeetam, Amritapuri, Kollam Email: bipin@am.amrita.edu Mob: 9895036316 |
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Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin |
Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0) |
Dr. Baby Chakrapani P S Director, Centre for Neuroscience and Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin Email: chakrapani@cusat.ac.in Mob: 9495109908 OR Dr. Sarita G Bhat Professor Department of Biotechnology Cochin University of Science and Technology. Email: sgbhat@cusat.ac.in Mob: 9846033486 |
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Mar Ivanios College, Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram |
Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0 |
Dr. Lini N. Assistant Professor Department of Biotechnology MarIvanios College Trivandrum Email: lininirmala@gmail.com Mob: 8129172238 |
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KSCSTE - Malabar Botanical Garden & Institute of Plant Sciences (MBGIPS), Kozhikode |
Lab Technician – Research and Quality Control: Wet Lab (LFS/Q0509- SI001, Ver 3.0) |
Dr. N. S. Pradeep Principal Scientist KSCSTE-Malabar Botanical Garden & Institute for Plant Sciences G A College PO, Kozhikode 673 014, Kerala, India Email: drnspradeep@gmail.com Mob: 9496669365 |
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St. Joseph’s College, Iringalakkuda, Thrissur |
a. Associate Clinical Research Management (Pharma, Biologics and Medical Devices)- Site Management (LFS/Q3501-SI001, Ver 2.0)
b. Genetic Counselor (HSS/Q8704) |
Dr. Naijil George Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, St. Joseph's College, Irinjalakuda - 680 121, Thrissur Dist., Kerala, India. Email: naijilgeorge@gmail.com Mob: 9744680831 |
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M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation Community Agrobiodiversity Centre Wayanad |
a. Plant tissue culture (AGR/Q8101 V1.1) b. Mushroom Production and Value Addition (AGR/Q7803 V.1.0) c. Organic Grower (AGR/Q1201) |
Dr. Joseph John Scientist, MS Swaminathan Research Foundation, Community Agro Biodiversity Centre, Wayanad Email: joseph@mssrf.res.in Mob: 9496279650 |
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National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health (NCAAH), Cochin University of Science & Technology (CUSAT), Cochin |
Aquatic Animal Health Manager (AGR/Q4911) | Dr. Valsamma Joseph Professor & Director National Centre for Aquatic Animal Health, Cochin University of Science and Technology Fine Arts Avenue Kochi 682 016, Kerala/India Email: valsamma@cusat.ac.in Mob: 9846047433 |
Online Registration of Student and Technician Training programmes under DBT Skill Vigyan Programme Kerala - Click here to apply online
Online registration of faculty under DBT skill Vigyan - Kerala