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).

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
Principal Scientist, KSCSTE
🏢 Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004
📞 Phone: +91 471 2548211
📧 Email: ksasthrapuraskaram2022@gmail.com

📂 Downloads

• 📜 Notification
• 📘 Brochure
• 🧾 Nomination Proforma

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If you know a scientist from Kerala who has made a lasting impact in science and technology, this is your chance to get them the recognition they truly deserve.

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

Encouraging the Future of Science in Kerala

The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards aim to nurture the next generation of scientific leaders. By recognizing early-career researchers and providing support for their future work, the award strengthens Kerala’s scientific ecosystem and encourages excellence in research and innovation.

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

Promoting Science Through Literature
The Science Literature Awards aim to recognize and encourage writers who bring science closer to the public in Malayalam. By celebrating science literature, the SLA helps foster a culture of curiosity, learning, and scientific thinking in Kerala.

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:

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 for the years:
  • 2016
  • 2017
  • 2018
  • 2019
  • 2020
  • 2021

Celebrating Research Excellence

The Dr. S. Vasudev Award honors the highest standards of scientific research in Kerala, encouraging researchers to contribute significant advances to science and technology through the Kerala State Council’s flagship SRS program.

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, contact:
Scientist In Charge (KSCSTE Awards)
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004
Phone: +91 471 2548214
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