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KSCSTE – Applications invited for the post of Technical Assistant on contractual basis under NCSTC Project (Last Date : 01.08.2026, 5 p.m.)

Call for Applications – Technical Assistant (Contract Basis) Applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement as Technical Assistant on a purely temporary and contractual basis under the KSCSTE–National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC) project sanctioned to KSCSTE by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. Last Date of Receiving Online applications : 01.08.2026, 5 p.m.  Notification Click here to apply online  For queries/clarification contact email : externalkscste@gmail.com

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World Snake Day 2026 – Zero Snakebite Deaths Kerala Awareness Programme at Sasthra Bhavan on 16 July 2026

🐍 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐚 The Kerala Biotechnology Commission (KBC), KSCSTE, in association with the EIACP PC Hub Kerala, successfully observed World Snake Day 2026 at KSCSTE Headquarters, Sasthra Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram. The programme, themed ” 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐚: 𝐀 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡-𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞,” brought together students, researchers, and experts to promote awareness on snake conservation, snakebite prevention, and the One Health approach. The event was inaugurated by Prof. Saji Gopinath, Executive Vice President, KSCSTE, and presided over by Dr. P. Harinarayanan, Member Secretary, KSCSTE. Technical sessions by Smt. Deepthi Mohan, Beat Forest Officer, Rapid Response Team, Palode, and Dr. R. Dileep Kumar, Snakebite Management Researcher and CEO, Indriyam Biologics Pvt. Ltd., highlighted the importance of snake conservation, human–snake coexistence, and biotechnology-driven approaches to snakebite prevention. A key highlight was the release of the “Illustrated Guide to Common Snakes of Kerala,” prepared by Dr. R. Dileep Kumar under the Snakebite Management Initiative of KSCSTE, EIACP PC Hub Kerala, and the Kerala Biotechnology Commission. The programme concluded with an engaging interactive session moderated by Er. Arjun Prasad, Senior Scientist, KSCSTE, followed by the Vote of Thanks by Dr. Sherin B. M., Senior Scientist, KSCSTE. Together, we move closer to a Zero Snakebite Deaths Kerala through science, conservation, awareness, and collective action. Click here for event photos

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KSCSTE – Walk in interview for the post of Project Fellow in Information Systems Division on 21.07.2026 @ 10.30 a.m. at Sasthra Bhavan

KSCSTE – Walk in interview for the post of Project Fellow in Information Systems Division on 21.07.2026 @ 10.30 a.m. at Sasthra Bhavan Notification NB: Candidates should be present at KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram before 10.30 a,m, with all the documents in original and those who appear after the above cut off time (10.30 a.m.)will not be permitted to participate in the interview. Decision of the selection committee will be final in this regard

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World Snake Day 2026 Awareness Programme at KSCSTE on 16.07.2026, 10 a.m.

World Snake Day 2026 Awareness Programme at KSCSTE on 16.07.2026, 10 a.m. 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐒𝐍𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔  – Zero Snakebite Deaths Kerala A Biotechnology and Conservation-Driven One Health Mission Towards a Snakebite Death-Free Future Join us in celebrating World Snake Day 2026 through an engaging programme that brings together snake conservation, biotechnology, and the One Health approach to promote awareness on snakebite prevention, biodiversity conservation, and scientific innovations in antivenom research and diagnostics. 📅 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 : 16 July 2026 🕙𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 : 10.00 AM – 12.30 PM 📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 : M. S. Swaminathan Hall, KSCSTE Headquarters, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram Who can participate? UG/PG students pursuing Zoology, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, and allied disciplines. 🎓 E-Certificates will be issued to all registered participants. Click here for Programme Brochure 📝 Register now: https://forms.gle/2Z9gdJTTRuQ2UKWL7 Organized by EIACP PC Hub Kerala & Kerala Biotechnology Commission (KBC), KSCSTE

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DBT Skill Vigyan Programme Kerala 2026 – Seats available for ‘Mushroom Grower’ course (Last Date : 07.07.2026)

DBT Skill Vigyan Programme Kerala 2026 – Seats available for ‘Mushroom Grower’ course (Last Date 07.07.2026) DBT Skill Vigyan State Partnership in Biotechnology and Life Sciences, an initiative of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India, is envisaged to facilitate career path development for students by upskilling them through hands-on training and making them industry employable. The three-month student and technician training programmes offer monthly stipend and comply with the qualification package of the respective Sector Skill Councils. The programme is conducted under the leadership of KSCSTE in Kerala. Seats are currently available for ‘Mushroom Grower’ course at MSSRF. Please see the course details below. Sl. No. Course Name Name of Training Centre No of Seats Stipend Eligibility Programme Start Date (Approx.) Technician Training Program 1 Mushroom Grower (AGR/Q7803 Ver 4.0) M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) Community Agrobiodiversity Centre (CAbC), Wayanad 5 Rs. 3,000/- per month Class 12 pass Biology/ Biotechnology Third week of July Click here to register  Click here for Programme Brochure NB: Please note that the applicant would be screened and ranked before vacancies are filled. There is a registration fee for applying for the programme (Rs 750/- inclusive of 18% GST, for General and OBC category  & Rs 375/- inclusive of 18% GST for SC/ST category and those with Physical Disability) Please keep ready before registering, the soft copies of the following documents – Passport size photo (JPG/JPEG 1 MB), 10th Certificate (PDF 1 MB), 12th Certificate (PDF 1 MB), Caste Certificate – if applicable (PDF 1 MB), PwD Certificate – if applicable (PDF 1 MB), UG Degree Certificate – if applicable (PDF 1 MB), PG Degree Certificate – if applicable (PDF 1 MB), Registration Fee Transaction Receipt (JPG/JPEG 1 MB)

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