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Entrepreneurship Development by SC & ST Women in Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (ED/SC-ST- WISTEM)

Introduction Entrepreneurship Development by SC & ST Women in Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (ED/SC-ST- WISTEM) is aimed for exploring the potential of entrepreneurship along with improvement in the livelihood options for unemployed scheduled caste and scheduled tribe (SC & ST) women in STEM areas using tools of Science, Technology and Innovation. Procedure for Application Call for applications will be notified through print media and the websites/social media handles of KSCSTE (www.kscste.kerala.gov.in). The application should be submitted as per KSCSTE notification using appropriate weblinks provided in the website. Following the proposal submission guidelines, the applicant can directly submit applications/proposals to KSCSTE. Alternatively, the application submission can be done through nomination from the Head of S&T Institutions across Kerala. In the case of nomination, technical documents (and other required documents) along with recommendation letters from the Head of Institution must be submitted to KSCSTE. For nomination, KSCSTE will be sending prior information about the call of proposals to the Institutional authorities across the state for nominating eligible candidates for participation in the programme. Selection will be based on the evaluation of nominations received subject to recommendations of the Expert Committee constituted for the purpose by KSCSTE and final approval by competent authorities of KSCSTE. Merit of proposal will be considered as the major criteria for evaluation process. The merit of the proposal is assessed based on Key Points like (a) Need (solutions) (b) Social/commercial potential (c) Technical viability (d) Team strength (e) Business plan (e) TRL with measurable indicators. Application which doesn’t follow the guidelines will be summarily rejected. Features Structured programme – one year – 3 months entrepreneur training for SC- ST women in STEM & employment opportunities to unemployed SC-ST women in STEM areas for becoming as a Techno-entrepreneur for improving their livelihood using various aspects of Science, Technology and Innovation along with upgradation to higher level development of products/ technology with potential for commercialization Promote the commercial potential of marketable products/ technologies with appropriate Technology Readiness Level (TRL) for enterprise creation in different areas and sectors Fellowship & other financial support Mentor & institutional support On-site evaluation Selected candidates will be termed as ‘KSCSTE Project Scientist-ED/SC-ST-WISTEM 2022’. Submission of application either directly or by nomination by Head of S&T Institution Eligibility The applicant should be an Indian citizen and SC &ST women in STEM areas of Kerala State. The upper age limit for financial support for the programme would be ≥50 years. The applicant should hold Ph.D. degree in Science or Technology or Engineering; or M.Sc. degree in Basic Science / Natural Science; or M.Tech. degree in Science/ or Technology /or Engineering. The applicant should initially identify Institution and mentor. Alternatively, the application submission could be by nomination from Head of S&T Institutions across Kerala. The host institutions can be Academic Institutions (Central & State), University Departments, Colleges recognized with R & D facilities, DSIR recognized institutions in Kerala or Institutions with appropriate R&D facility. The mentor should be a regular faculty of the host institute. The application form along with required documents should be submitted as PDF format during the call opening period. Co-mentorship for the program is encouraged. The Co-mentor of the host institution or other Organization must have an experience in enterprise creation. The applicant selected for the programme should join the host institute within 15 days of receiving the initial grant from KSCSTE. Contact meetwomen.kscste@gmail.com Downloads Guidelines Click here to apply online Undertaking of Principal Investigator (after joining) Formats & Documents to be uploaded in the online application Technical Document (Maximum 3-4 pages only) Biodata Format  Format of Endorsement Letter from Head of Institution Consent Letter format from Mentor/Co-Mentor Age proof Certificate (class X mark sheet or birth certificate) SC/ST Certificate from Tahsildar Letter from the Head of Institution (applicable to those candidates, if the application submitted to KSCSTE is by nomination)  

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Scheme for promotion of Inter Institutional Research Collaboration (SPIIRC)

Introduction SPIIRC aims to promote Inter Institutional Research Collaboration with a multidisciplinary approach by supporting the collaborative Research proposals from State R&D /Academic Institutions, with National level premium R&D /Academic Institutions, for jointly solving the problems of State/national relevance. R&D Institutions under Govt. of Kerala, Science/ Engineering Departments of State Universities, Research Centres affiliated to any of the Universities in Kerala and Govt. or Aided Colleges in the State are eligible to apply under this scheme. The National Institutions under the Department of Science and Technology, Department of Biotechnology, Department of Space, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, ICAR Institutions, ICMR Institutions, IITs, IISER, NITs, Central Universities, etc, can be the collaborating Institutions for the Research. Maximum research grant up to Rs.30 lakh will be provided which will be spread on a span of three years. The objective of the Programme is to enable productive academic and research co-operation by supporting visits of Researchers in Inter Institutional basis. The Inter Institutional Research Collaboration shall result in large number of high impact research publications, patents, development of niche courses, high quality text books and research monographs, imbibing of best practices from top academicians in the country and researchers and strong cooperation. Tangible research output in the form of a new product/ technology/ process having potential for commercialisation is expected. Procedure for Application 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 PI from the State Institution/ Centre shall submit the research proposal in any of the following Thrust Areas, which should address a challenging issue of theoretical, experimental and/or translational value. The proposal shall fit into the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Framework with details of SDG Goals &Indicators.` Basic Sciences – Physical Science, Chemical Science, Biological Science Applied and Interdisciplinary Sciences Computational and Mathematical Sciences  Earth, Atmosphere and Environmental Sciences  Emergent areas like Genomics, Artificial Intelligence, Material Science,  Advance research in medical sector, etc.  Innovation based and demand driven research   Advances in Engineering and Technology The Principal Investigator shall also submit the Endorsement from the Implementing Institution and Collaborating National Institution, Consent letters and necessary Certificates from the Investigators in the prescribed format, Resumes of PI and Co-I(s) highlighting the research achievements, etc. Features Maximum grant up to Rs.30 lakh will be provided for the collaborative research, which will be spread on a span of three years. Selection of projects is done by the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC) after review of proposals by National level subject experts followed by critical evaluation by the PAC. Financial support will be provided for meeting testing charges, lab expenses, fabrication, patent filing, technology transfer, travel and hospitality expenses of Investigators and Researchers between the Institutions. One Research Scholar from each State Institution and National Institution can become the Co-Investigator of the project. Supports the visits of researchers in the project team on Inter-Institutional basis. The researchers can visit the laboratories of different premier institutions in India. Eligibility Research Centres / R&D Institutions under Govt. of Kerala, Science/Engineering Departments of State Universities, State Government or Aided Colleges in Kerala can apply Any other outstanding & premium academic institutions in the Kerala State can also apply. Collaboration from National level Institution/Centre is mandatory for applying. Principal Investigator (PI) shall be a full time Professor/Scientist having Doctoral Degree in Science/Engineering from the State owned Institution. The PI shall have at least 3 years of service in the Institution and more than 5 years left for retirement. The Project Team shall comprise of PI, at least two Faculty Members/Scientists and one Researcher from State Institution as Co-Investigators and at least 1 Faculty Member/Scientist and 1 Researcher from the National Collaborating Institution as Co-I. In the case of multidisciplinary research, if any other State Institution is involved, there can be more Co-I(s) from those Institutions as the case may be. The Co-Investigator (Co-I) from each Institution shall be a full time Scientist/ Faculty of the Centre/ University/ Institution with adequate years of service to retire. The Researchers from the State/National Institutions shall be Research Scholars registered for full-time PhD or Post-Doctoral. Contact The Director, KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Tel : 0471 2548200 –209 Email: mail.kscste@kerala.gov.in Scientist – in – Charge Dr. Siju C R Junior Scientist Tel: 0471–2548236 E-mail: sijucrkscste@gmail.com Downloads Guidelines Terms and Conditions Endorsement from Host Institution Certificate from the Investigators Format for no pending SE & UC Date of Start Intimation Form Format for Quarterly Progress Report Format for Annual Progress Report Format for Statement of Expenditure Format for Utilization Certificate Request for Re-appropriation Request for Extension Format for Project Completion Report Format for  Final Technical Report Format of Asset Transfer Certificate Format for no pending SE & UC Request for Re-appropriation

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State Higher Research Centres of Excellence in Science &TechnologyApplications (SHRESTA)

Introduction SHRESTA is envisaged for nurturing a few Centres of Excellence (CoE) from the State that produce world-class research in the areas of (i) Floods and Droughts (ii) Viral Research (Biotechnology) (iii) Nanotechnology (iv) Climate Change and (v) Robotics & Artificial Intelligence. SHRESTA aims to nurture the mature and nascent CoEs initially for two years and the potential Centres among them will be provided further support for next three years, attaining to a world class level. The Centre of Excellence (CoE) will be supported in phased manner with a grant of Rs. 200 lakh (maximum), over a period of 5 years. The proposed CoEs need to collaborate with National/ International Research Centres/ Universities/ Institutions.The selected Centres will be supported with financial grant to augment and strengthen the research capacity of the Centre including infrastructure at par with world class level in the stipulated areas with a multi-disciplinary and inter-institutional perspective. The overall aim of this programme is to develop Centres of Excellence in the State and facilitate pursuit of high-quality research and development of technologies through substantial investment in the Research Centres/Universities/Institutions and having proven track record and commitment to research. Procedure for Application Proposals will be invited through notification in the website of KSCSTE, once in a year, generally during July-August. 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 Principal Investigator shall along with the proposal submit the Endorsement from the proposed Institution and Collaborating Institutions, Consent letter and necessary Certificates from Investigators, Resumes of PI and Co-I(s) highlighting the research achievements, etc. Features The Centres of Excellence (CoE) will be provided financial grant limiting to Rs.200 lakh which will be spread on a span of 5 years in 2 phases. The CoEs will be initially selected for Phase I support for 2 years with maximum financial grant up to 60 lakh. Based on their performance and deliverables achieved in Phase I, a subset of CoEs which show clear promise of becoming world-class Centre will be selected for Phase II support for 3 more years, with maximum financial grant up to 140 lakh. Selection of CoEs is done by the Programme Advisory Committee (PAC) after review of proposals by National level Subject Experts followed by critical evaluation by the PAC. The Head of the Institution will be in-charge of the CoE and responsible for the overall management of the Centre. The scheme encourages collaboration with National/ International Research Centres/ Universities/ Institutions. The Centers can get the privilege of collaborative research support from other Agencies by using this as matching grant. Eligibility Research Centres/R&D Institutions under Govt. of Kerala, Science/Engineering Departments of State Universities and Government Colleges in Kerala, having reputed standing and ranking and proven track record in research are eligible to apply under this scheme. Preference will be given to the R&D Centres of KSCSTE. The scheme encourages to collaborate with National/ International Research Centres/ Universities/ Institutions and the proposal shall include the details with the consent from such collaborating institutions. The Principal Investigator (PI) shall be the Head of the Institution/Centre/Dean in the case of University Departments, and he/she shall be a full time Faculty/Scientist having Doctoral Degree in Science/ Engineering. The PI shall have sufficient experience in administering and managing the Research Centres/Institutions, shall have carried out National/ International Research Projects and have at least 15 years of experience in carrying out Research activities/PG teaching. In case, the PI leaves the Institution due to unforeseen reasons, on transfer or superannuation or other reasons, the responsibility will be automatically transferred to the succeeding Head of the Institution until successful completion of the programme. There can be more than one Co-Investigator depending up on the multidisciplinary nature of the research, and the first Co-Investigator shall be from the same Institute or Department. The Co-Investigators (Co-Is) shall be full time Faculty/Scientist of the Centre/ University/ Institution with more than 3 years of service to retire. The first Co-Investigator shall have the same responsibility and accountability as that of the Principal Investigator. In case the first Co-I leaves the organisation before the successful completion of the programme, the Institute shall take up the responsibility to assign another suitable faculty as the first Co-I in consultation with KSCSTE, to continue with the programme until its successful completion. All the Co-Is shall have at least 3 years of experience in teaching/research activities. In the case of Centres carrying out multidisciplinary research, the collaboration of State/National/International level Centres is preferred. In such case, there can be more Co-Is for the project in the area of specialisation depending upon the interdisciplinary nature of the research area. The project team shall comprise of PI, Co-Is and Researcher Scholars. The Researchers may be registered full-time students for PhD or Post-Doctoral. Contact The Director KSCSTE Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Tel : 0471 2548200 –209 Email: mail.kscste@kerala.gov.in Scientist – in – Charge Dr. Siju C R Junior Scientist KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Tel: 0471–2548236 E-mail: sijucrkscste@gmail.com Downloads Guidelines Format for Quarterly Progress Report Terms and Conditions Format for Annual Progress Report Endorsement from Host Institution Format for Statement of Expenditure Certificate from the Investigators Format for Utilization Certificate Format for no pending SE & UC 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

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Partnering Academic Industrial Research (PAIR)

Introduction Partnering Academic Industrial Research (PAIR) scheme is intended to promote translational research through academia – industry linkage. The scheme envisages to identify a researcher, who works towards Ph.D. or Post-Doctoral programme with the partnering institute concerned. Based on the advertisements, KSCSTE will select the research fellows. The research fellow will conduct the research working jointly in the R&D institute/ academic institute/ industry, with research advisors being drawn from each of these institutions. The term of research programme is normally 3 years for Ph.D. and 2 years for post-doctoral research. Procedure for Application Applications are invited through advertisement Features After completing the Ph.D. / post-doctoral research, the candidate will be appointed as an intern at the sponsoring industry. There is possibility of subsequently being absorbed as permanent staff in the industry. KSCSTE will help the industry to identify the R&D institution and academia to partner with the industry for conducting the joint research. The sponsoring industry will define the research area of the Ph.D./ post- doctoral research fellow Eligibility Post-graduate degree /Professional degree/Ph.D. as required by each PAIR programme Contact Scientist-in-charge (PAIR) Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment SasthraBhavan, Pattom,Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 Tel No. 0471-2548218 E-mail: pair.kscste@gmail.com Downloads Application Form Statement of Expenditure and Utilization certificate

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KSCSTE Research Fellowship

Introduction This scheme is for encouraging enthusiastic and passionate post-graduate science/ engineering students by supporting financially in their Ph.D. studies. There are seven science streams which the students can opt for fellowship. They are Mathematical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Earth-Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences. The KSCSTE fellows are selected based on a rigorous online examination among bright post-graduate students. Procedure for Application Applications are invited through online mode. A non – refundable fee of Rs. 750 /- for general candidates and free for SC/ST and Differently abled. Features The Fellowship carries a monthly stipend of Rs 31,000/- for the first two years (JRF)  and Rs. 35,000/-  per month in the third year (SRF). Additionally, there is an annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/-. (With effect from January 2020). All Research Fellows shall be allowed hostel accomodation wherever available and those residing in hostel provided by University/Institute shall not be eligible for HRA.  Reimbursement of hostel fee shall not permissible,  Where hostel facility is not possible.  House Rent Allowance shall be allowed maximum of 10% of their fellowship. The fellowship is for a period not exceeding three years. Eligibility Candidates who have qualified the post-graduate degree, shall have three consecutive chances to apply for the Fellowship programme. Thus, a candidate who has passed the examination in the current year can apply in this year, the next year, and year after next. The candidates (General and OBC candidates) should have minimum 70.00% marks or equivalent CGPA in their PG examination and 65.00% for SC/ST and differently-abled candidates. Only candidates who have their qualifying degree (PG) from any of the Universities in Kerala are eligible to apply. Contact The Head Basic Science Division Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) SasthraBhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004 Tel: +91 471 2548360/314 E-mail: bsd.kscste@kerala.gov.in Downloads Guidelines Terms and Conditions Revised Fellowship Hike Order Format for Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate

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Emeritus Scientist Scheme (ESS)

Introduction Scientists / Academicians from the Kerala State in the field of Science/ Engineering who have retired from service or completed their assignments from reputed institutions with research publications in reputed journals are eligible to apply. The programme helps to provide opportunity to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective field of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of State. Selection through review/evaluation by an expert committee. Procedure for Application Eligible applicants may apply online in the KSCSTE web portal for New applications 2023 in the following link https://submit.kscste.kerala.gov.in/ Features Monthly fellowship of Rs.31,000/- and annual contingent grant of Rs.1,00,000/-. A Project Fellow can be appointed to support research activity. Fellowship will be given for a period not exceeding three years. Eligibility Candidates should be retired scientists / academicians in Kerala by birth or domicile and should have worked as a  scientist/academician in reputed institutions with commendable scientific achievements. Candidate should apply within 5 years of superannuation. Candidate should have published a minimum of 3 peer reviewed research papers with SCI indexed journals with impact factor greater than 2.0 or should have filed at least one patent in the last 3 years of application. Those who have availed Emeritus Scientist Fellowship earlier (from KSCSTE or elsewhere) are not eligible to apply. Research centre selected for the proposed work should be the R&D Centres of KSCSTE. Contact Scientist-in-charge (KSCSTE-ESS) Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 Tel: +91 471 2548218. Downloads NEW APPLICANTS: 2023 New Applicants Notification            Malayalam      English Guidelines Format for File uploads Declaration by the Applicant Endorsement from Head of Institution Proposal Technical Details Details of publications On Tentative sanction of Project Terms & Conditions E-payment form Upon Joining the institute Date of start ONGOING RESEARCHERS Documents to be submitted for release of subsequent year grant Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate Annual Progress Report (Project year) Documents to be Submitted on Completion of Project Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate, Consolidated Statement of Expenditure Annual Progress Report for the Third Year Project Completion Report Final Technical Report (FTR) Asset Transfer Certificate(if any)

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Post Doctoral Fellowship

Overview The Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) programme of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) aims to support Ph.D. holders in Science and Engineering with a strong research background. This initiative is designed to promote advanced research and foster the development of young scientists in their early career. Fellowships are awarded to candidates who have demonstrated excellence in their doctoral work and have published high-quality research in peer-reviewed SCI journals. The fellowship must be availed at a research institution other than the one where the candidate completed their Ph.D., and only institutions within India are eligible. Selection is based on merit and is carried out through a rigorous screening process by a selection committee. Evaluation parameters include the quality of the research proposal, academic credentials, publication record, recognitions, presentation, and discussions during the interview. How to Apply Eligible candidates can submit applications online for the 202526 cycle through the KSCSTE online portal. 💻➡️📝 Click here to apply for KSCSTE Post Doctoral Fellowship (Last Date extended to 31.12.2025, 5 p.m.) Fellowship Details Monthly Fellowship: ₹60,000/- Annual Contingency Grant: ₹75,000/- Duration: Up to 2 years (non-extendable) Eligibility Criteria Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Kerala. Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Science or Engineering (completed at the time of application) with a minimum of 60% marks in Post-Graduation. Research Centre Requirements: Should not be the same as the candidates Ph.D. institution. Should preferably be located in Kerala. However, exceptional institutions outside Kerala such as IISc, IITs, IISERs will also be considered. Must be a Government Institution (R&D institutions (State/National level) or University Departments)/ Private R&D Institution* * Private organizations wishing to host KSCSTE Post-Doctoral Fellows should meet ANY 02/ 04 basic requirements as listed in the revised guidelines (with effect from November 2025) and should furnish the details during online submission of application. Publications: At least one research paper published in an SCI journal or a secured patent. Restrictions: Candidates who have previously availed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship from KSCSTE or any other agency are not eligible to apply. Contact Information Scientist-in-Charge (KSCSTE-PDF) Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram 695004, Kerala 📞 Tel: +91-471-2548402 📧 Email: jaya.kscste@kerala.gov.in 💻➡️📝 Click here to apply for KSCSTE Post Doctoral Fellowship (Last Date extended to 31.12.2025, 5 p.m.) Downloads NEW APPLICANTS: 2025-26 Notifications Revised Guidelines (Applicable for new selections after November 2025) Format for File uploads Research Proposal Technical Information List of Publications Declaration by the Applicant Consent from Scientist Mentor Endorsement from Head of Institution For Private Institutions Declaration of Compliance with Mandatory Requirements Proof of Facilities available for Research Information on Faculty available for Research List of Students/Faculty doing Ph.D Ongoing Fellowships Guidelines 2023-24 Guidelines 2024-25 On Tentative sanction of Project Revised Terms & Conditions (Applicable for new selections after November 2025) E-payment form Upon Joining the institute Date of start ONGOING RESEARCHERS Documents to be submitted for release of subsequent year grant Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate Annual Progress Report (Project year) Documents to be Submitted on Completion of Project Statement of Expenditure & Utilization Certificate, Consolidated Statement of Expenditure Annual Progress Report for the 2nd year Project Completion Report Final Technical Report (FTR) Asset Transfer Certificate(if any) Proof on participation in Kerala Science Congress

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Science Research Scheme

Introduction Science Research Scheme (SRS) is a research support programme of KSCSTE aims towards promotion of R&D activities in the State both in fundamental and applied research by providing grant for the implementation of such research projects. Regular faculties of 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 of SRS (PAC-SRS), maximum research grant of Rs.30 lakh 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  Features Maximum research grant of Rs.30 lakh is provided for carrying out the research for a maximum duration of 3 years. Grant will be given for specific projects to cover expenditure on Manpower, Consumables, Equipment, 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 ceiling of Rs.1 lakh, on successful completion of the project and after the settlement of the SE&UC. Eligibility Principal Investigator (PI) and Co – Investigators (Co-Is) shall be regular faculty of Research Centres/Scientists in R&D Institutions, Departments of Universities, Government/Aided Colleges and Private institutions in the Kerala State. The PI and Co-I shall have more than five years of service period left for superannuation at the time of submission of project proposal. The PI and Co-I should have Ph.D. in the subject area. MD/Ph. D in Medical Sciences is essential for the PI &Co-I from Medical institutions. There should be a Co-I from the Institution of PI. There can be more than one Co-I for interdisciplinary research projects 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. For private institutions Contact The Director KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram-4 Scientist in –Charge Dr. Siju C R Junior Scientist Tel: 0471–2548236 E-mail: srskerala22@gmail.com Downloads Guidelines Terms and Conditions Endorsement and Consent Form Date of Start Intimation Form Request for Extension Request for Re-appropriation Format for Annual Progress Report Format for Project Completion Report Format for no pending UC & SE Asset Transfer certificate Statement of Expenditure Utilization Certificate Format for Final Technical Report List of project sanctioned under Science Research Scheme SRS Projects Grading List During the Years 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022

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Engineering & Technology Programme (ETP)

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 lakh 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  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 Centres/Scientists in R&D Institutions, Engineering Departments of Universities, Government/ Aided/ Govt. supported (cost sharing) Engineering Colleges 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. Contact Scientist – in – Charge Engineering & Technology Programme (ETP) KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Tel: 0471–2548252, 2548315 email: etpstec@gmail.com 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

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Ecology and Environment Programme

Introduction 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. 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 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. 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: 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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