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KFRI

Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI)

The Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) is a multidisciplinary centre of excellence dedicated to research in tropical forests and forestry. Established in 1975, KFRI has now entered its 50th year of service. This remarkable jubilee milestone marks five decades of pioneering contributions to tropical forestry and biodiversity conservation. As we celebrate this golden jubilee, KFRI reaffirms its vision to be a Centre of Excellence in Tropical Forestry, offering scientific support for informed decision-making in conservation, sustainable utilisation, and the scientific management of natural resources. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions Divisions & Departments KFRI has 17 research Departments grouped under 9 Programme Divisions as below in addition to special facilities such Research Monitoring and Evaluation Unit (RME-Unit) , Central Instrumentation Unit (CIU) and Kerala Forest Seed Centre (KFSC). Each Programme Division is headed by a Programme Coordinator (PC) and each Department by a Head of the Department (HOD). The Departments have specialized laboratories. Official website www.kfri.res.in Connect with us

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SRIBS

Srinivasa Ramanujan Institute for Basic Sciences (SRIBS)

The Srinivasa Ramanujan Institute for Basic Sciences (SRIBS), an institute of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Government of Kerala, is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering research in the fundamental sciences. Founded in 2012, inaugurated in 2013, and operational since February 2014, SRIBS has been actively engaged in promoting excellence across mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and computer science. The institute organizes colloquia, workshops, and conferences that bring together leading researchers, teachers, and students, creating a vibrant platform for scientific exchange. At present, a 10-acre campus is under development at Pampady, Kottayam, envisioned as a state-of-the-art facility to host research, training, and outreach activities. Among its landmark initiatives is the Kerala Supercomputing for Technological Advancement and Research (K-STAR) project, which aims to establish Kerala’s first supercomputing centre, supporting advanced modelling, simulation, and interdisciplinary research. Inspired by the mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan, the institute seeks to nurture talent, build collaborations, and contribute to Kerala’s growth as a hub of scientific innovation. With a focus on both academic excellence and societal impact, SRIBS strives to make the fundamental sciences accessible, relevant, and impactful for future generations. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions Chemistry, reaction dynamics, excited states, ML for molecular design. Biological Sciences – Protein structure, biomolecular simulations, computational drug discovery, ML for biological data. Physics – Biophysics, soft matter, nanoscience, computational materials, HPC and algorithm development. Mathematics & Computer Science – Fundamental mathematics, algorithms, AI/ML theory and applications, high-performance computing. K-STAR Supercomputing Facility – A flagship initiative (under development) to establish Kerala’s first state-level supercomputing centre for advanced modelling, simulation, and data-driven research. Workshops, Colloquium & Conference Series – Regular academic programs that act as platforms for research dissemination and training. Official website sribs.kerala.gov.in Connect with us

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Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute

Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI)

A large conservatory botanic garden and research institution established by the Government of Kerala which functions under the umbrella of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE). It was found on 17 November 1979 with the objective of providing conservation of tropical plant resources in the country in general and Kerala in particular. It also undertakes research activities for the sustainable utilization of the plant wealth of the country. The idea was conceived after the first United Nations Conference on Human Environment, held in Stockholm in 1972 with the committed efforts by late Professor A. Abraham, the Founder Director with help of Kew Botanic Gardens UK. The institute works on areas of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Conservation Biology, Ethnomedicine, Ethnopharmacology, Garden Management, Microbiology, Phytochemistry, Phytopharmacology, Phytochemical Nanotechnology, Plant genetic resources, Plant Systematics and Evolutionary Science. It has state of art facilities of commercial plant tissue culture, in silico drug design, herbarium, drug testing on animal models, seed bank, pollen bank, mushroom biology, field gene banks, species conservatories. The institute supports students, interns, and research scholars in plant science and biomedical sciences. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions Central Instrumentation Facility offers analytical services on affordable charge. Official website www.jntbgri.res.in Connect with us  

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CWRDM

Centre for Water Resources Development and Management (CWRDM)

CWRDM is a premier R & D institution in the water sector established by the Government of Kerala. Recognising the need for catering to the R & D needs in the field of water management, the Centre for Water Resources Development and Management (CWRDM) was established as an autonomous research organisation by the Government of Kerala, under its Science and Technology Policy in February 1978. The Centre was amalgamated with the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) in its Silver Jubilee Year-2003. CWRDM has substantially contributed to the scientific hydrologic studies and water management in the region. Starting with the establishment of data management system for the region, CWRDM has tackled different problems pertaining to watershed development, wetland management, water management for agriculture, forest and urban hydrology, estuarine management, groundwater development, water quality management, water related environmental issues, irrigation and drainage issues, etc. About 500 projects have been completed and more than 2000 scientific papers and 1500 research reports have been brought out. The institution regularly conducts several training courses to address the needs of Government Departments, NGOs, Local Bodies, etc. Dr. Manoj P. Samuel, is the present Executive Director of the centre. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions CWRDM has four Research Groups. 1. Hydrology and Climatology 2. Ecology and Environment 3. Land and Water Management 4. Training and Outreach. It has four subcentres 1. Trivandrum 2. Kottayam 3. Manimalakunnu Laboratory Water Quality Analysis Lab, Soil Lab, Biotechnology Lab, Biochemistry Lab, Geotechnical Lab, Hydrogeology Lab, Isotope Hydrology lab, Hydrological Instrumentation Lab, Geomatics Lab etc. Facilities: Central Instrumentation facility, Construction and maintenance facility, Information System Facility, Isotope facility, Water Resources Museum, Library and Documentation Facility etc. Administration and Finance Wing headed by the Registrar deals with the administrative and financial matters of the Centre. Official website www.cwrdm.kerala.gov.in Connect with us

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ICCS

Institute for Climate Change Studies (ICCS)

ICCS was established in 2014, and in recognition of its expanding role in scientific research and state-level planning, it was brought under the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Department of Science & Technology, Government of Kerala, in 2019 as a Research and Development Institution. Headquartered at Kottayam, ICCS is the first dedicated institute in the state focusing exclusively on climate change research, adaptation, and policy support. The mandate of ICCS is to undertake state-specific research on climate change impacts across sectors and ecological zones of Kerala and to propose strategies for management and adaptation. ICCS contributes to impact studies, vulnerability assessments, and the integration of adaptation strategies into developmental planning in Kerala. ICCS has implemented, and continues to implement, several externally funded projects supported by DST, SERB, MoES, DRDO, and the World Bank. Beyond research, ICCS plays an active role in capacity building and public engagement through awareness programmes, training workshops, and exhibitions. Today, ICCS is widely recognized as a premier state-level institution in climate science and policy support, dedicated to advancing science-based solutions for sustainable development and climate resilience in Kerala. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions Divisions: Weather & Climate Modelling; Coastal & Ocean Modelling; Hydrologic & Hydraulic Modelling; Agrometeorology Remote Sensing & GIS Applications; Climate Change Impact, Mitigation, and Adaptation Official website https://iccs.res.in Connect with us  

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Natpac

National Transportation Planning & Research Centre (NATPAC)

KSCSTE – National Transportation Planning and Research Centre (NATPAC) was established by the Government of Kerala in 1976 to develop solutions to the traffic and transportation problems faced by the State. Owing to the contributions and achievements made by the institute, NATPAC was reconstituted as an autonomous R&D Centre under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Kerala. In November 2002, NATPAC was amalgamated with Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Kerala, which was formed with the objective of adopting an integrated approach to the research and development activities in Kerala. The Centre undertakes research and consultancy works in the field of transportation planning, traffic engineering, highway and pavement engineering, road safety, rural roads, inland water transport, tourism planning, transport economics and management, intelligent transportation systems, transport energy and environment, geomatics and other transportation-related aspects. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions The following are the Scientific Divisions of NATPAC – 1. Transportation Planning Division 2. Traffic Engineering & Safety Division 3. Highway Engineering Division 4. Water Transport Division (including GIS) Official website www.natpac.kerala.gov.in Connect with us

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mbgips

Malabar Botanical Garden & Institute for Plant Sciences (MBGIPS)

KSCSTE-Malabar Botanical Garden & Institute for Plant Sciences (KSCSTE-MBGIPS) is an institution of the Government of Kerala, administered by the Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), dedicated to the conservation and research on aquatic plant diversity, lower group plants, endangered plants of the erstwhile Malabar Region, as well as disseminating knowledge on various facets of plant sciences. By virtue of possessing a vast morass land, the Malabar Botanical Garden and Institute for Plant Sciences becomes unique in the nation ideal for ex situ conservation of aquatic/wetland plants and for undertaking research on them. The educational value of the Garden lies with the descriptive labels displayed for the different sections and plants. Facilities/Laboratories/Divisions Biodiversity, Floristics and Systematics Plant Genetic Resources, Conservation, Horticulture and Population Biology Ecology Restoration and Monitoring Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Systematics Education, Outreach and Capacity Building programmes : Academic Attachment Programmes, Project guidance, Herbarium consultation, Start up incubation facilities. Official website https://mbgips.in/ Connect with us

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RTI

KSCSTE is committed towards maintaining accountability and transparency, and making the Right to Information Act, 2005 effectively operational. We welcome queries under the Act and will try to provide answers through the concerned authorities. The following officials are designated as RTI Officials in respect of various divisions of KSCSTE HO as per Section 5[1] of Right to Information Act, 2005. Sl No Subjects State Public Information Officers (SPIO) Assistant Public Information Officers (APIO) 1. Establishment & Finance Finance Officer , KSCSTE HQ Section Officer (Administration) KSCSTE HQ 2. Schemes/Programmes/Projects of KSCSTE Dr. P Harinarayanan Chief Scientist 3 Subjects connected Kerala Biotechnology Commission Kerala Biotechnology Board Dr. A. R Sarika Principal Scientist 4 Subjects connected with ISD and Library and Documentation Centre. Head ISD Appellate Authority Controller of Administration, KSCSTE HQ will be the Appellate Authority in respect of first SPIO. Director, KSCSTE HQ will be the Appellate Authority in respect of all other SPIOs.

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Prathibha Scholarship for UG/Int PG Students

Introduction The Prathibha Scholarship Programme, implemented by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), supports students of Kerala origin who excel in the Higher Secondary Examination. The scheme provides scholarships for pursuing Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in Basic/Natural Sciences at recognized institutions/universities across India. The primary objective of the programme is to motivate talented students to take up higher studies and careers in Science. Application Procedure How to Apply Stage 1: Online Registration Register online before the stipulated date as per KSCSTE’s notification. Ensure you have: A valid mobile number and email ID (active throughout the selection process). A recent passport-size photograph (150W × 200H pixels). Enter Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and HSE Roll Number to begin registration. Verify registration using the OTP received on your mobile and set a password (minimum 6 characters). On successful registration, an Application Number will be generated. This, along with the chosen password, will be sent to the registered mobile number for all future logins. Note: The Provisional Rank List is usually published on the KSCSTE website (www.kscste.kerala.gov.in) during March/April. Stage 2: After Publication of Provisional Rank List Students included in the Provisional Rank List must upload/submit the following for confirmation of the scholarship: Student Data Sheet (signed by the applicant and endorsed by the Head of Institution). Self-attested copy of Higher Secondary Examination mark list. Community Certificate (for SC/ST applicants). Proof of Kerala origin. Signed “Terms & Conditions”. E-payment form (in prescribed format). Only applications submitted with complete documents within the specified timeline will be considered for final ranking. Scholarship Features Awarded exclusively for Basic/Natural Sciences. Selection at Undergraduate level based on aggregate marks in Science subjects at the Higher Secondary Examination. Continuation to Postgraduate level is allowed if the scholar: Completes the UG course with a minimum of 75% marks, and Has received the scholarship during all 3 years of UG study. Scholarship Amounts Undergraduate / First 3 years of Integrated PG course 1st Year: ₹12,000 2nd Year: ₹18,000 3rd Year: ₹24,000 Postgraduate / 4th & 5th Year of Integrated PG course 1st Year: ₹40,000 2nd Year: ₹60,000 Additional Benefits Opportunities to attend Science Enrichment Programmes and summer internships in leading R&D institutions in Kerala. Reservation & Weightage: At least 50% seats for girl students. 10% reserved for SC/ST students. Weightage for Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Life Sciences will be proportional to the number of applications received in the respective subject areas. Students with triple-main subjects are considered in all three areas and selected based on best ranking. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be of Kerala origin. Must have qualified the Higher Secondary Examination from Kerala. Minimum Marks Requirement: General Category: 90% aggregate (all subjects) and 90% (Science subjects). SC/ST Category: 80% aggregate (all subjects) and 80% (Science subjects). The applicants should have secured admission for 3-year U.G/ 4year UG (Hons)/5-year Integrated P.G programme in Basic/Natural Sciences in 2024-25. Scholarship is applicable for maximum 5 years including U.G/U.G(Hons) and P.G courses/Integrated P.G courses subject to renewal norms as per guidelines. Contact Dr. Jaya Jacob Scientist-in charge- Prathibha Scholarship Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 📞 +91-471-2548402 📧 wsd1kscste@gmail.com Programme for Excellence in Experimental Design (SPEED) Introduction A science enrichment programme for Prathibha Scholars to nurture and motivate them for higher studies and career in Science. Programmes are organized through reputed research and academic institutions to introduce them to the research activities carried out, so as to develop passion for science research. Financial assistance is provided to scientists and academicians in these institutions for organising 5-day residential camps. The programme also provides a platform for the students to interact with eminent scientists and academicians. Procedure for Application Applications are invited from Regular Scientists/faculty members of Science in Central/State R&D Centers/Academic Institutions or Universities within the State of Kerala through advertisement by KSCSTE to host the SPEED Programme for Prathibha Scholars. Features Programme is fully residential (5 days) Each programme caters to about 50 students on an average The activities include sessions by eminent Scientists, field trips, Practical sessions etc. Eligibility Regular Scientists/faculty members of Science in Central/State R&D Centers/Academic Institutions or Universities within the State of Kerala Contact Scientist-in- Charge- Prathibha Scholarship Kerala State Council of Science, Technology and Environment SasthraBhavan, Pattom (P.O), Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Ph: 0471 2548402 E-mail: wsd1kscste@gmail.com Downloads Prathibha Scholarship Renewal E-payment form Confirmation Data sheet : Batch- PS 2024-25 Terms & Conditions Guidelines

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