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Introduction
A scheme to provide financial assistance for conducting Two-Day Workshop on “Research Methodology, Writing Practices, Language and Soft Skills” for young scientists. The workshop is intended to enhance research capabilities and help to serve as a platform for interaction of young researchers and eminent scientists.

Procedure for Application
Application can be submitted in response to KSCSTE notification issued once a year, normally during June/July.

Features
Maximum support is Rs. 40,000/-.

Eligibility
Senior and middle level Scientists/Academicians in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Medicine (STEAM) from reputed R&D/Academic institutes in Kerala are eligible to apply for availing the grant for organizing the Workshop.

Contact
Scientist in Charge
Kerala State Council of Science, Technology and Environment
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom (P.O), Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004
Ph: 0471 254820
E-mail: wsd.kscste@kerala.gov.in

Downloads

• Notification
• Guidelines
• Application form
• Declaration statement
• Utilisation Certificate
• Statement of expenditure format
• Norms for Submission of SE & UC as per KSCSTE Council(M)OrderNo.144/2017/KSCSTE dated 26-05.2017

Introduction
Science Education centre aims to improve the quality of science teaching and learning in the State through providing opportunity for students and teachers to self-design and perform hands on experiments. The programme also aims at creating a platform for promoting innovation in science among the students.

1. a) Sasthra Sameeksha is a programme conducted every year for school students during summer holidays in association with a science and technology institution in Kerala. The programmes are being organized in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Cochin, Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur.

Procedure for Application
Applications are generally invited in the month of March/ April every year through advertisement/ press release in dailies and websites of respective S&T institutions.

Features
Each programme encompasses interactive sessions by eminent scientist/academicians followed by activity oriented session.

The programme is aimed at fostering an early interest among high school students towards science through conduct of several scholarly competitions, regular science education workshops, science camps and various research participation opportunities for motivated students.

Eligibility
School Students in the age group 13-16 are eligible.

Contact
Scientist in Charge
Science Education Centre
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment,
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 4
Tel No. 0471-2548218, 223
E-mail: sed.kscste@kerala.gov.in

P. T Bhaskara Panicker Science Writing Fellowship

Introduction
This fellowship aims to promote science communication and science writing in Malayalam and to take science to society through books and publications. The aspirants shall submit a proposal specifying the area on which the books will be written. A Selection/Screening Committee will evaluate the proposal and the final selection will be made based on the qualification and experience of the candidate. At least one book in the field of science or related areas shall be completed during the period of fellowship.

Procedure for Application
Applications are invited through advertisement in KSCSTE website and dailies.

Features

• The fellowship comprises of an amount of Rs.1,00,000/- for a period of one year which will be granted in two equal instalments.
• The performance of the fellow shall be monitored by a Committee constituted by KSCSTE.

Eligibility

• Essential Qualification: Post graduate degree in science or related subjects
• Essential Experience: Should have excellent publication record (in English and Malayalam)
• Age: Below 60 years

Contact
Scientist in Charge 
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment,
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 4
Tel No. + 91-471-2548218/223
E-mail: sed.kscste@kerala.gov.in

Introduction
The Seminar/Symposia/Workshop (SSW) Scheme aims to provide financial assistance as co-sponsorship for organizing Seminars, Symposia, Workshops and Conferences of scientific, technological and environmental importance, conducted within the State of Kerala.

1. Financial support will not be offered for webinars/ online programmes.
2. iii. Logo of KSCSTE and acknowledgement as ‘co-sponsored by/ supported by/ in association with KSCSTE’ in Brochure/ related publicity materials of the event shall be provided only after getting the approval from KSCSTE.
3. Unauthorised use of KSCSTE logo in Brochure is strictly prohibited and such proposals will be disqualified.

How to apply: 

1. Please see the Procedure for Application
2. Details of the proposal to be furnished is  available as a template in the KSCSTE website- SSW page (Downloads), for your ready reference.

Specific themes identified by KSCSTE

• Applicants are encouraged to prepare proposals in the following specific themes
• 1. Climate Change- Mitigation, Impact and Adaptation
  2. Disaster Management
  3. Eco Restoration / Land Degradation
  4. Energy and Environment
  5. Sustainable Development
  6. Waste Management- Beating Plastic
  7. Recent Trends in various Scientific areas
  8. Healthy Millets, Healthy People
  9. Workshop on Analytical Instrumentation
  10. Data Science/Big Data Analytics/AI and machine Learning
  11. Genetics/Genomics/Brain Research, Neuro Science
  12. Advances in Biotechnology
  13. Space Science/Astronomy
  14. Quantum Physics/Quantum Computing

Procedure for Application

1. The stipulated time frame for the online submission of proposal are as follows:

1. Please provide the details of your proposal by filling up the Google Form in the following link and press the submit button at the last screen.
2. Link: https://forms.gle/zUppowzf7CLmWUmx7
3. Details of the proposal to be furnished is made available as a template in the KSCSTE website- SSW page (Downloads), for your ready reference.

iii.  Kindly keep ready the digital copies of documents to be uploaded and the Bank account details of your organisation (Name of the Beneficiary, Bank, Branch, IFSC number) before proceeding for submission.

• Please upload the following documents (in pdf format)

1. Endorsement of the Head of the Institution in the Letter Head with office seal
2. Programme Brochure

Additional Instructions

1. Logo of KSCSTE and acknowledgement as ‘co-sponsored by/ supported by/ in association with KSCSTE’ in Brochure/ related publicity materials of the event shall be provided only after getting the approval from KSCSTE.
2. Many often, the logo of KSCSTE is provided in the Brochure/ publicity materials of certain proposals which are not approved for co-sponsorship. The circulation of such documents through various online platforms will generate wrong message/ misinterpretation.
3.  During the submission of proposals, the Programme Co-ordinators shall refrain from providing the logo of KSCSTE and acknowledgement as ‘co-sponsored by/ supported by/ in association with KSCSTE’ in the Brochure/related publicity materials.
4.  Unauthorised use of KSCSTE logo in Brochure is strictly prohibited and such proposals will be disqualified.
5. Details of the Advisory Committee constituted for International/ National/ State level events should be provided in the Brochure.
6. Institutional contribution for organising the event shall be reflected in the proposed Budget Estimate (BE) for the programme.
7. Proposals which are not received as per the stipulated time frame and incomplete shall not be considered for evaluation.

Features

The maximum permissible grant of co-sponsorship will be as following.

MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE GRANT (IN RS.)

Eligibility

Academic Institutions, Govt. Departments, Research institutions, University Departments, Professional bodies/ groups and other Non Governmental Organizations engaged in promoting scientific research are eligible to apply for financial assistance under SSW Scheme.

The Convenor should be a permanent faculty/ regular staff/ office bearer of the institution/ organization in the State of Kerala.

Only one proposal from each department of University or College will be considered in a financial year, in the normal course.

Contact

Dr. Binuja Thomas
Senior Principal Scientist
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment,
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 4
Tel No: + 91-471-2548211,251
E-mail: kscstessw2022@gmail.com

• Downloads
• Guidelines 2025
• Proposal Format (pdf)
• Endorsement Format 

Statement of Expenditure and Utilization Certificate format

• Format-I (Govt. Institutions) 
• Format -II (Others)

National Mathematics Day (NMD)
In recognition of the contributions of the legendary Indian mathematician, Sri. Srinivasa Ramanujan, the Union Government of India in 2012 had decided to celebrate December 22, birthday of Srinivasa Ramanujan, as the National Mathematics Day every year. The basic objective of celebrating National Mathematics Day (NMD) is to spread the message of importance of mathematics for the development of humanity. Various initiatives are encouraged to enthuse, motivate and inculcate a positive attitude to learn mathematics among the younger generation of the country. Capacity building of teachers & students through training/ camps in Mathematics, development, production & dissemination of teaching learning materials (TLMs) for Mathematics and research in related areas will be a priority.

National Science Day (NSD)
National Science Day is observed to mark the novel discovery of Raman Effect by the great Indian Physicist Sir C. V. Raman on 28th February, 1928. The basic objective of observation of National Science Day is to spread the message of importance of science and its application among the people. KSCSTE is co-ordinating the State level activities in connection with the observance of National Science Day.

National Technology Day (NTD)
National Technology Day is celebrated across India on 11th May to commemorate the major technological breakthrough by successfully carrying out series of nuclear tests at Pokhran and to honour technological innovations and their successful commercialization which takes the fruits of research to reach to people at large. Technology Day is celebrated as a symbol of quest for scientific inquiry, technological creativity and the translation of that quest in the integration of Science, Society and Industry. Financial support is provided to agencies in the State for celebrating Technology Day with a view to generate awareness among the students, academia, general public, etc. through lectures, seminars, Quiz programmes, exhibitions, elocution etc.

Ozone Day
The United Nations (UN) International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is celebrated on September 16 every year. This event commemorates the date of the signing of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that deplete the Ozone Layer in 1987. To mark this day as annual observance, Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment co-ordinates state wide activities and offers financial support for conducting various activities based on a theme.

World Environment Day (WED)
World Environment Day is celebrated on the 5th of June every year, and is the United Nation’s principal vehicle for creating awareness and action for the protection of our environment.

The National Children’s Science Congress (NCSC) is a program that aims to cultivate scientific curiosity among children across the country. The program encourages the use of scientific methods to explore and comprehend everyday problems related to their immediate surroundings. It is an inclusive program that welcomes children from all backgrounds, whether they are in or out of school, and regardless of their geographic, language, and cultural backgrounds. Children with disabilities are also welcomed. Through hands-on experience and the scientific method, the NCSC inspires children to explore, innovate, and discover scientific concepts. The Kerala State Council for Science, Technology, and Environment (KSCSTE) serves as the State Nodal agency for implementing the Children’s Science Congress program, which involves schools from diverse socio-economic backgrounds across the State.

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