Introduction Engineering and Technology Programme (ETP) is a Research Support Programme of KSCSTE to encourage and promote high quality research in the emerging areas of Engineering and Technology by providing research grant for the implementation of such research projects. Faculties of Engineering Colleges and Scientists from Research Institutions/Research Laboratories can apply under the scheme. The scheme supports research projects in any of the identified domain themes/sub themes which will be notified from time to time. Based on the recommendations of the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC-ETP), maximum research grant of Rs.30 lakhs will be provided to the selected projects for a maximum duration of 3 years. Procedure for Application Project Proposals will be invited through notification in the website of KSCSTE, once in a year. The Proposals can be submitted through online only on notification and during the active time. Proposals submitted in any other mode will not be considered and summarily rejected. The Research proposals are to be submitted in two stages. In the first stage, only pre-proposals will be invited. The detailed proposals need to be submitted on intimation after the review and evaluation of the pre-proposals. The proposal should fit in to any of the following domain themes/sub themes, which will be notified from time to time. Sl No Domain Themes Sub Themes i. Natural Hazards: Mitigation & Management Drought, Floods, Landslides, Earthquake, Cyclone, Sea Erosion, Lightning, Spatial temporal dynamics of climatic parameters, Carbon Sequestration, Mitigation of climate changes ii Water Resources Conservation and Management Water Quality, Wetlands, Studies on water relations to forests iii. Advanced Methods of Waste Management Solids & Liquids Waste Treatment and Disposal iv. E-mobility and High-Speed Transportation Systems Biofuel, Fuel cell, Solar energy, Energy Storage v. Health Sector & Biotechnological Developments Epidemiological Studies, Development of Medical devices, Standardisation of Ayurvedic Medicines and Traditional Knowledge, Vaccine & Drug Development, Viral Studies, Nutraceuticals, Disease Diagnostic kit Development, Vector borne diseases, Translational research, Medical Biotechnology vi. Resource Mapping & Management Biodiversity Conservation, Value Addition of Heavy Minerals, Wood Technology vii. Agriculture Development of Improved & High Yield Varieties, New IOT based irrigation Technologies, Integrated Pest Management, Precision Agriculture, Micronutrient Development, Modern Harvesting Technologies, Post Harvest Technologies, Land use land cover dynamics, Climate change resilient crops viii. Data Science Spatial decision support systems, MIS, Expert systems, Geo-informatics, Bigdata with AI, Machine Learning ix. Solution Oriented Research for Location Specific Problems of Kerala State. River bank stabilization, Salinity ingression, radiation issues, implication of large scale sand mining, groundwater status x. Other relevant Themes Biological invasions, Natural capital accounting, Devices based on Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems and Nano Technologies, Higher Research in Mathematical Sciences, Veterinary science and fisheries 💻➡️📠Click here to apply for KSCSTE Engineering & Technology Programme (Last Date : 31.01.2026) Features Maximum research grant of Rs.30 lakh is provided for carrying out the research for a maximum duration of 3 years. Selection of projects for research grant is made in two stages Stage 1: Review and evaluation of pre-proposals by subject experts Stage 2: Review of detailed proposals by Reviewers followed by Evaluation by Programme Advisory Committee (PAC- ETP) The research grant for the implementation of the project is released through the Implementing Institution. Implementing Institution is eligible for an overhead @ 10% of total expenditure subject to a ceiling of Rs.1 lakh, on successful completion of the project and after settlement of the SE & UC. Eligibility Principal Investigator (PI) shall be a regular Faculty of Research Centers/Scientists in R&D Institutions, Engineering Departments of Universities, Government/ Aided/ Govt. supported (cost sharing) Engineering Colleges, Private engineering colleges that satisfy the eligibility criteria, in the Kerala State. The PI shall have more than five years of service period left for superannuation at the time of submission of project proposal. Ph.D.in Engineering is essential for the Principal Investigator (PI). There shall be a Co-I from the same Institution of PI. Co-Investigator (Co-I), shall be at least a Master’s Degree holder in the relevant research field. There can be more than one Co-I for Inter-disciplinary research projects. Only regular faculty can apply under the scheme as PI/Co-I. Research Scholars/students cannot apply and cannot be included under the scheme. In the case of research proposals from centrally funded Institutions, it is desirable that there may be a State Institution as collaborator. For interdisciplinary subjects, at least one of the Co-Investigators should be an Expert with commendable experience in the specialized filed of Engineering. in the Kerala State. Contact Scientist – in – Charge Engineering & Technology Programme (ETP) KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Tel: 0471–2548230, 2548231 email: etpstec@gmail.com 💻➡️📠Click here to apply for KSCSTE Engineering & Technology Programme (Last Date : 31.01.2026) Downloads Guidelines Endorsement from Implementing Institution Format for Half yearly Progress Report Format for Annual Progress Report Certificate from the Investigators Format for Statement of Expenditure Format for no pending SE & UC Format for Utilization Certificate Terms and Conditions Request for Re-appropriation Date of Start Intimation Form Request for Extension Format for Project Completion Report Format for Final Technical Report Format of Asset Transfer Certificate
Explore MoreIntroduction A scheme for providing assistance in the form of grants to scientists and technologists for scientific/research work with particular relevance to the state of Kerala on the environmental problems like waste management, environmental pollution, environmental health, biodiversity conservation, conservation of natural resources and environment management issues. Procedure for Application Project Proposals will be invited through notification in the website of KSCSTE, once in a year. The Proposals can be submitted through online only on notification and during the active time. Proposals submitted in any other mode will not be considered and summarily rejected. Sl No Domain Themes Sub Themes i Natural Hazards: Mitigation & Management Drought, Floods, Landslides, Earthquake, Cyclone, Sea Erosion, Lightning, Spatial temporal dynamics of climatic parameters, Carbon Sequestration, Mitigation of climate changes ii Water Resources Conservation and Management Water Quality, Wetlands, Studies on water relations to forests iii Advanced Methods of Waste Management Solids & Liquids Waste Treatment and Disposal iv E-mobility and High-Speed Transportation Systems Biofuel, Fuel cell, Solar energy, Energy Storage v Health Sector& Biotechnological Developments Epidemiological Studies, Development of Medical devices, Standardisation of Ayurvedic Medicines and Traditional Knowledge, Vaccine & Drug Development, Viral Studies, Nutraceuticals, Disease Diagnostic kit Development, Vector borne diseases, Translational research, Medical Biotechnology vi Resource Mapping & Management Biodiversity Conservation, Value Addition of Heavy Minerals, Wood Technology vii Agriculture Development of Improved & High Yield Varieties, New IOT based irrigation Technologies, Integrated Pest Management, Precision Agriculture, Micronutrient Development, Modern Harvesting Technologies, Post Harvest Technologies, Land use land cover dynamics, Climate change resilient crops viii Data Science Spatial decision support systems, MIS, Expert systems, Geo-informatics, Bigdata with AI, Machine Learning ix Solution Oriented Research for Location Specific Problems of Kerala State. River bank stabilization, Salinity ingression, radiation issues, implication of large scale sand mining, groundwater status x Other relevant themes Biological invasions, Natural capital accounting, Devices based on Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems and Nanotechnologies, Higher research in Mathematical Sciences, Veterinary Sciences and Fisheries. 💻➡️📠Click here to apply for KSCSTE Ecology and Environment Programme (Last Date : 31.01.2026) Features The maximum grant for a project shall be Rs.30 lakh for three years. excluding overheads. In addition, the host institution will be Grant will be given for specific projects to cover expenditure on manpower, equipments, consumables, travel & contingencies. In the case of Research Proposals from Central Institutions, it is desirable that there may be a State Institution as collaborator The research grant for the implementation of the project is released through the Implementing Institution. Implementing Institution is eligible for an overhead @10% of total expenditure subject to a maximum of 1 lakh, on successful completion of the project and after the settlement of the SE&UC. Eligibility Principal Investigator (PI) shall be a full time Scientist of R&D Institutions /Regular Faculty of Research Centres/Departments of Universities, Government/ Aided Colleges and private institutions in the State of Kerala The PI shall have more than five years of service period left for superannuation at the time of submission of project proposal. PhD. is mandatory for the Principal Investigator (PI). In the case of research proposals from Centrally funded Institutions, it is desirable that there may be a State Institution as a collaborator. For interdisciplinary subjects, at least one of the Co-Investigators should be an Expert with commendable experience in the specialized field. However, first Co-I shall be a scientist/faculty from the same Institution of PI with a minimum of 5 years period left for superannuation. Only full-time scientists/regular faculty can apply under the scheme as PI / Co-I. Research Scholars/students cannot apply and cannot be included under the scheme as Investigators. For private institutions Contact The Director KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram-4 Tel: 0471 2548200-09 Email : mail.kscste@kerala.gov.in Scientist in -Charge E&E Tel: 0471-2548214 E-mail: eepkscste@gmail.com 💻➡️📠Click here to apply for KSCSTE Ecology and Environment Programme (Last Date : 31.01.2026) Downloads Guidelines Terms & Condition Endorsement & Consent Form Date of Start Intimation Form Request for extension Request for re-appropriation Format for Annual Progress Report Format for Half Yearly Progress Report Format for Project Completion Report Format for No Pending SE,UC Certificate Asset Transfer Certificate Statement of Expenditure Consolidated Statement of Expenditure Utilization Certificate e-payment form
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- R&D Infrastructure Development
Introduction Sastraposhini is a programme envisaged by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) for strengthening science education in schools of Kerala. Under the programme, model science laboratories are established in selected Government high schools of the State to provide a better learning environment. The programme was launched by KSCSTE in association with the Department of Education, Government of Kerala in the year 2003. So far, KSCSTE has successfully established more than 200 science laboratories throughout Kerala. Presently, KSCSTE has decided to implement the scheme only in government high schools of Kerala. Procedure for Application Proposals in the prescribed format is generally invited in the month of July every year through advertisement in KSCSTE website and dailies. Features A total of Rs.8 lakhs is spent to establish Sastraposhini laboratories (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) in one school with a fair share from KSCSTE. Training will be provided to selected teachers from Sastraposhini schools by eminent scholars/ academicians from different disciplines. Eligibility Only government high schools in the State with sufficient facility (three rooms to establish Physics, Chemistry, Biology laboratories), qualified faculty in science are eligible. Contact Scientist-in-charge (Sastraposhini Scheme) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 4 Tel No. 0471-2548250 E-mail: sasthrabodhini2011@gmail.com Downloads New Applicants Guidelines Application form Brochure How to utilize the refurbishing grant Documents to be submitted On Tentative Sanction of Project Undertaking On completion of the project Project Completion Certificate Certificate stating the receipt of all laboratory items as per the list sanctioned by KSCSTE Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate Copies of photographs of each laboratory (interior and exterior including name boards)
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Introduction The scheme is intended to augment basic infrastructure facilities for promoting R&D activities in the University Departments, Colleges and R & D institutions in Kerala. SARD envisages modernization of laboratories by way of acquisition of essential equipment and the upgrading of existing facilities for promoting research. The facilities provided are intended to support the efforts of the Department as a whole and not for individual R&D support. The support will be considered for the ‘Science Department / Centre’ as a unit with a coordinator to carryout research projects. The selection of the proposal is through a peer-review mechanism. An expert committee evaluates the viability of the scheme based on the report of the reviewers Procedure for Application Applications are invited through advertisement every year. Features Rs. 40 lakhs for a period of 3 years, mainly for the equipment and its maintenance support. The duration of support for will be for a period not exceeding 3 years. Eligibility The coordinator should have a doctorate degree and be a permanent faculty of Science (including Medical & Agriculture) or Engineering Departments/ Centres in the Kerala State. The departments should have postgraduate teaching & research programs and minimum 3 permanent faculty members possessing Ph.D. degree. The coordinator should have minimum 3 years of experience in the current institute and 5 or more years left for retirement. Self-financing colleges / institutes are entitled to a maximum of 50% of the outlay. Contact The Head Basic Science Division Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Tel: +91 471 2548360/314 E-mail: bsd.kscste@kerala.gov.in Downloads Guidelines Terms and Conditions Format for Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate Format for Reports/Annual Report Application Form
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- S&T Awards
Honouring Outstanding Scientists of Kerala Origin The Kerala Sasthrapuraskaram is a prestigious award instituted by the Government of Kerala to recognize scientists of Kerala origin who have made remarkable contributions in the field of science and technology, anywhere in the world. The award is administered by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE). Nominations invited for Kerala Sasthrapuraskaram 2024 (Last Date : 24.11.2025) Award Highlights Includes a memento, citation, and cash prize of ₹2 lakh Presented by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala Recognizes lifetime achievements in science and technology Eligibility Must be a scientist or technologist born in Kerala Can be working anywhere in the world Must have made significant contributions in any field of science or technology Should be a leader, visionary, institution builder, or role model in science No age limit Nomination Process Nominations must be made by: Fellows of National Academies of Sciences Vice Chancellors of universities Directors of scientific institutions Eminent scientists of national or international reputation Self-nominations are not accepted Nomination Proforma is available for download from the official website Award Components Memento – Symbol of recognition Citation – Acknowledges scientific achievements Cash Award – ₹2,00,000 Contact for More Info Dr. Binuja Thomas Senior Principal Scientist, KSCSTE 🢠Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 📞 Phone: +91 471 2548211 📧 Email: keralasasthrapuraskaram2024@gmail.com 📂 Downloads Press Release – English Malayalam Notification Brochure Nomination Proforma
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Recognizing Outstanding Young Scientific Talent in Kerala The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards (KSYSA) are instituted by the Government of Kerala to honor and encourage talented young scientists for their outstanding contributions to science and technology. These awards aim to promote independent research and innovation among early-career scientists working in Kerala. Award Highlights Award includes a certificate and a cash prize of ₹50,000 Awardees may be considered for: A research grant of up to ₹50 lakhs (subject to expert review) International travel support to present research at conferences (within 3 years of receiving the award) Eligibility Criteria To be considered for the award, candidates must: Hold a D. with at least 3 years of post-doctoral experience Be working in an academic or R&D institution in Kerala for the last 3 consecutive years Be 37 years of age or younger as on December 31 of the year the award is announced Nomination Process Nominations can be made by: Vice Chancellors of Universities in Kerala Directors of R&D Centres Heads of Institutions and Departments Fellows of Science Academies Self-nominations are not accepted Once submitted, nominations are valid for 3 years or until the nominee crosses the age limit, whichever is earlier Selection is based on a detailed review by an expert committee Application Procedure Applications are invited every year through a public notification Nominees must follow the official guidelines and submit the required documents as per the notification Additional Opportunities for Awardees Awardees may be eligible to receive a research grant of ₹50 lakhs, subject to: Submission of a research project proposal Evaluation and recommendation by an expert committee Within three years of receiving the award, the recipient may be supported for overseas travel to present their work at a scientific conference Sanctioned Research Grant Years 2015–16 2016–17 2017–18 2018–19 2021–22 2022–23 2023–24 Contact Information The Scientist in Charge (KSYSA) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Phone: +91 471 2548214 Downloads KSYSA Awards Guidelines Notification (English) Notification (Malayalam) Research Grant Application Form Guidelines Terms & Conditions No Pending SE & UC Certificate Format SE & Consolidated SE Format UC & Consolidated UC Format Final Technical Report Format Asset Transfer Certificate Travel Grant Application Form Guidelines Terms & Conditions
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Honouring Excellence in Science Writing in Malayalam The Science Literature Awards (SLA) celebrate the outstanding contributions of science writers who promote science through Malayalam literature. These awards encourage the creation and dissemination of quality science literature that inspires and educates readers across Kerala. KSCSTE Science Literature Awards (2024) announced Award Categories The SLA recognizes excellence in the following five categories: Science Book (Children’s Literature) Science Book (Popular Science) Science Book (In-depth Science) Science Journalism Award Science Book (Malayalam Translation) Application Procedure Applications are invited annually through public advertisement Applicants must submit their entries in the prescribed application format Three copies of the book or work must be submitted along with the application Award Details Each award includes: A cash prize of ₹50,000 A plaque A certificate Eligibility Open to Malayalam science writers. Entries must be submitted via nomination Contact Information Scientist-in-Charge (SLA) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 Phone: +91 471 2548223 Email: spkscste2023@gmail.com Downloads Notification : Malayalam English Guidelines Application Form/Nomination Form
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Honouring Excellence in Research under the Science Research Scheme (SRS) The Dr. S. Vasudev Award is a prestigious honor instituted by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) in memory of Dr. S. Vasudev, former Chairman of the Science, Technology and Environment Committee (STEC). This award recognizes the best research project completed under the flagship Science Research Scheme (SRS) of KSCSTE, which promotes both fundamental and applied R&D activities in Kerala. Award Highlights Award includes a certificate with citation and a cash prize of ₹50,000 Recognition and benefits are shared equally among all contributors of the project The award is presented by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala during the inaugural session of the Kerala Science Congress Notable Awardees & Projects Here are some of the past award-winning Principal Investigators and their project titles: Year Principal Investigator Institution Project Title 2002 Dr. Ravindran Ankathil Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram Etiopathological studies in Hodgkin’s disease with special emphasis on the role of Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) 2005 Dr. Ravindran Ankathil Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram Cytogenetic haematologic response studies of alpha interferon therapy in chronic myeloid leukemia patients 2006 Dr. M. Indira University of Kerala, Dept. of Biochemistry Studies on the effect of administration of cassava-rich diet and alcohol 2007 Dr. K. D. Prathapan Kerala Agricultural University Systematic studies on fleabeetles infesting Piperaceae in Kerala 2008 Dr. Sam Solomon St. Johns College, Dept. of Physics Rare earth titanium niobate and tantalite dielectric resonators for communication systems 2009 Dr. Laly A Pothen Bishop Moore College, Dept. of Chemistry Development of chemically modified bio fibre composites and their applications 2010 Dr. P. Vinod College of Engineering, Dept. of Civil Engineering Studies on improving engineering behavior of Kuttanad clay using preloading technique 2011 Dr. P. Mohanan CUSAT, Dept. of Electronics Compact dual band dielectric resonator for mobile phone antenna with reduced radiation hazards 2012 Dr. E. A. Siril University of Kerala, Dept. of Botany Evaluation and propagation of Annatto (Bixa orellana L.) – A food dye yielding plant 2013 Dr. K. D. Prathapan Kerala Agricultural University Studies on host plants of flea beetles in south India 2014 Dr. Lizymol P.P SCTIMST, Dental Products Laboratory Development of smart dental composites consisting of calcium-containing resins and fillers 2015 Dr. T. T. Sreelekha RCC, Division of Cancer Research Preparation and characterization of nanoparticles from antitumor polysaccharide PST001 and its pharmacokinetics 2016 Dr. G. Anilkumar Mahatma Gandhi University, School of Chemical Sciences Copper-catalyzed C-C, C-O and C-S bond formations using bidentate ligands 2017 Dr. A. Gangaprasad University of Kerala, Dept. of Botany Conservation strategies and in vitro production of anthraquinones in a dye-yielding plant 2018 Dr. M. K. Jayaraj CUSAT, Dept. of Physics Growth of carbon nanotubes for transparent electronics 2019 Dr. N. Sandhyarani NIT Calicut, School of Material Science and Engineering Synthesis of novel electro-catalytic nanoparticles for fuel cell applications 2020 Dr. Thomas V. P. Catholicate College, Dept. of Botany Ethnobotanical studies on Zingiberaceae of Kerala 2021 Dr. M. K. Ravi Varma NIT Calicut, Dept. of Physics A multi-wavelength integrating nephelometer for characterizing tropospheric aerosol 2022 Dr. E. A. Siril & Dr. A. Gangaprasad University of Kerala, Dept. of Botany Collection, characterization and propagation of Garcinia gummi-gutta Procedure for Application The Final Technical Report (FTR) of a completed SRS project, submitted within the stipulated time, is directly considered for the Dr. S. Vasudev Award. Eligibility Criteria The FTR must be submitted within 6 months after the project completion The Principal Investigator (PI) should have peer-reviewed publications arising from the research project Contact Information Scientist In Charge (SRS) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Phone: +91 471 2548214 Downloads List of Awardees Final Technical Reports with Grades 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
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Recognizing Scientific Excellence within KSCSTE Instituted in 2022, the KSCSTE Best Scientist Award honors outstanding scientists within the KSCSTE system who have demonstrated remarkable achievements and significant contributions to research and science that benefit both the scientific community and society at large. The award is presented annually during the Kerala Science Congress. Award Details The award comprises a plaque and a research project grant up to ₹30 Lakhs (or as per the submitted proposal, whichever is less) The research grant is awarded based on a scientific/technical proposal submitted by the awardee Application Procedure Nominations are invited from Directors of KSCSTE Centres Each R&D institute or HQ may suggest a maximum of 3 nominations Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format along with supporting documents Eligibility Criteria The nominee must be a permanent employee of KSCSTE or its affiliated R&D institutions Minimum 3 years of continuous service in the organization Published at least 3 research papers in peer-reviewed international journals (SCI/SCOPUS indexed) in the last 5 years OR filed at least one patent in the last 5 years Must have secured at least one externally funded research project as PI or Co-PI, with a cumulative funding of not less than ₹10 Lakhs in the last 5 years No adverse service records (e.g., penalty or suspension) Previous recipients of this award in the last 5 years are not eligible to apply Selection Process The best performer will be selected by an expert committee consisting of subject experts from various scientific sectors Award Recipients Sl. No Year Name of the award winner & Position held when receiving the award 1 2022 Dr. B. Sabulal Senior Principal Scientist and Head, Phytochemistry & Phytopharmacology Division, KSCSTE- Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute 2 2023 Dr. U. Surendran Principal Scientist, KSCSTE–Centre for Water Resources Development and Management 3 2024 Dr. S. R. Suja Principal Scientist, KSCSTE-Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute Contact For more information Dr. Binuja Thomas Senior Principal Scientist Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Phone: +91 471 2548211 Email: kscste.bsa@gmail.com
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Introduction Scholarships are awarded to students of Kerala origin who have qualified meritoriously in the Higher Secondary Examination, for pursuing Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses in Basic/ Natural Science in Institutions/ Universities in India. The objective of the program is to motivate aspiring students to higher studies and a career in Science. Final Rank list for the Prathibha Scholarship 2024-25 Procedure for Application How to Apply Stage 1:Online Registration Applicant should Register Online before the stipulated date as per the notification issued by KSCSTE. Applicant should ensure the following before commencement of Online Registration. A valid Mobile number and E-mail ID accessible to him/her during the entire stage of selection process. ii. A recent passport size photograph image of dimension 150W ×200H pixels. Applicant should enter their Name, Date of Birth, E-mail ID and HSE Roll Number to commence online registration. Applicant should enter the OTP received through mobile and should enter a password of minimum 6 characters to continue registration. An Application number will be generated on successful registration. This number and the chosen password will be sent to the registered mobile number of the applicant, which should be used for future login. (Note: The Provisional Rank List will be published in KSCSTE website www.kscste.kerala.gov.in usually during March/April.) Stage 2: After publication of Provisional Rank List The students selected in the Provisional Rank list should submit the following documents for confirmation of Scholarship. Student Data-sheet, duly signed by the applicant and endorsed by the Head of the Institution where they are admitted for Degree Course. ii. Copy of Mark list of Higher Secondary Board Examination- self attested. iii. Community Certificate for SC/ST applicants. iv. Certificate in proof of ‘Place of Origin’ [Applicant should be of Kerala origin] v. “Terms & Conditions”, duly signed. vi. E-payment form- in prescribed format. Only those who submit the above documents within the stipulated time (as published in the website) will be considered for final ranking. Application can be submitted online from 05thMay 2025 to 05th June 2025. Any query on registration, should be addressed to the E-mail : prathibhascholars2425@gmail.com Tel: 91-471-2548402 Features The selected students are eligible for Annual scholarship @ Rs. 12,000/-, Rs. 18,000/-, Rs. 24,000/- respectively for 1st , 2nd and 3rd years at U.G. level and @ Rs. 40,000/- & Rs. 60,000/- respectively for 4th year UG (Hons)/ 4th year UG (FYUGP)/1st year PG and 2nd year PG level. Renewal of scholarship for 2nd and 3rd year U.G/Integrated P.G and 2nd year P.G/5th year Integrated P.G is subject to scoring minimum credit requirement as per the curriculum and credit framework specified by University Grants Commission in the National Education Policy-2020 (https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/7193743_FYUGP.pdf) for the previous year of the course and submission of Mark lists of previous year along with Renewal Data-sheet duly signed. Continuation of scholarship for 4th year UGC (Hons)/P.G Course/4th year Integrated P.G course is subject to scoring minimum credit requirement as per the curriculum and credit framework specified by University Grants Commission in the National Education Policy-2020 (https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/7193743_FYUGP.pdf) and submission of (i) Consolidated Mark list of U.G programme /Mark lists of all previous 3-years of Integrated Course (ii) Renewal Data-sheet duly signed Eligibility The applicants should have secured admission for 3-year U.G/ 4-year UG (FYUGP)/ 4-year UG (Hons)/5-year Integrated P.G programme in Basic/Natural Sciences in 2024-25. Contact The Scientist-in-charge, Programmes for Women in Science Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 4 Tel No. + 91-471-2548402 E-mail: wsd1kscste@gmail.com Downloads Prathibha Scholarship -New applicants 2024-25 Final Rank list for the Prathibha Scholarship 2024-25 Confirmation Data Sheet (Word/ PDF) Terms & Conditions e-Payment form (Word/ PDF) Scholarship Renewal 2nd Year/3rdYear U.G. & 2ndYear P.G. Instruction for Scholarship Renewal Guidelines Login for Selected Students Continuation of Scholarship for 1stYear P.G./ 4th Year Int.P.G. Programme Instruction for Continuation of Scholarship Guidelines Login portal
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