Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026: ₹50,000 Cash Prize, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards give a ₹50,000 cash prize and certificate to Ph.D. holders with 3 years post‑doctoral experience working in Kerala. Candidates are nominated by university or research institution heads and selected by an expert committee. Apply by submitting nomination and documents to the KSCSTE director.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 Cash Prize |
| Ministry / department | Science and Technology Department |
| Level | State Government (Kerala) |
| Age | Up to 37 years |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards, organised by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), recognise outstanding contributions by young scientists in any branch of science and technology. Candidates must be Indian origin, hold a Ph.D., have at least three years of post‑doctoral experience, and have worked continuously in a research or academic institution in Kerala for the past three years. The award includes a certificate, a ₹50,000 cash prize, potential eligibility for a ₹50 lakh research grant, and an opportunity to present research abroad within three years of receiving the award.
Benefits
- Certificate and ₹50,000 cash prize
- Possible research grant of ₹50 lakhs
- Opportunity for international conference visit within 3 years
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Ph.D. holder with 3 years post‑doctoral experience
- Continuous work in R&D/Academic institution in Kerala for last 3 years
- Age not more than 37 years as on 31st December of notifying year
Documents required
- Identity proof of candidate
- Educational qualification certificate
- Post-Doctoral experience certificate
- Proof of working experience in R&D/Academic institution
- Proof of age of the candidate
- Certificate of Ph.D
- Details of Research Publications/Patent, if any
- Any other document, if required
How to apply
- 1Applications are invited through advertisement every year
- 2Candidates may be nominated by Vice‑Chancellors of Universities in Kerala, Directors of Research Institutes/R&D Centres of Industries, Heads of University Departments, Principals of Colleges with approved research centres, Fellows of the Indian National Science Academy, Indian Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Sciences, India, Indian National Academy of Engineering and Indian Academy of Agricultural Sciences
- 3Nominations will be valid for 3 years or the eligibility age whichever is earlier
- 4Nominations in the prescribed format along with all supporting documents must reach the Director, KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695004
- 5Candidates recommended by the screening committee after a rigorous criteria‑based screening will be invited for the presentation of their research work
- 6Candidates will be informed of their selection for the award individually by mail
- 7The awards will be distributed during the inaugural session of the Kerala Science Congress by the Chief Minister
Frequently asked questions
What is the Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?+
The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards are intended to honour talented young scientists in recognition of their outstanding contributions in any branch of science and technology coming within the purview of the Council.
Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?+
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)
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