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.

Award Categories

The SLA recognizes excellence in the following five categories:

1. Science Book (Children’s Literature)
2. Science Book (Popular Science)
3. Science Book (In-depth Science)
4. Science Journalism Award
5. 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