KSYSA

Kerala State Young Scientist Awards

6.0/10

The “Kerala State Young Scientist Awards” by the KSCSTE 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.

State Composite

States / UT: Kerala

Nodal department: Science and Technology Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Science, IT & Communications

Sub-categories: Research & Development

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Young Scientist, Award, Research, Cash Prize, Science, Technology

Details

The “Kerala State Young Scientist Awards” by the KSCSTE 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. The research carried out independently in Kerala by young scientists of Indian origin with Ph.D. in any branch of Science and technology who have been working in Kerala for the last three years will be taken into consideration for the award.
Candidates may be nominated by Vice-Chancellors of Universities in Kerala, Directors of R & D Centres, Heads of Institutions & departments and Fellows of Academies. Nominations will be valid for 3 years or the eligibility age whichever is earlier. Selection will be through a thorough review/evaluation by an expert committee.

Benefits

  • 1. Each Awardee will be presented with a certificate and a cash prize of ₹50 000/-. 1. The recipient may be considered by the Council for a research grant of ₹50 lakhs after due consideration of the research project with the help of an expert committee. 1. The Awardee within 3 years of the receipt of the award will be considered for a visit abroad to present the research work at a conference
  1. Each Awardee will be presented with a certificate and a cash prize of ₹50,000/-.
  2. The recipient may be considered by the Council for a research grant of ₹50 lakhs after due consideration of the research project with the help of an expert committee.
  3. The Awardee, within 3 years of the receipt of the award, will be considered for a visit abroad to present the research work at a conference.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a Ph.D. holder with 3 years Post-Doctoral experience.
  • The applicant should have working experience in any R&D/Academic institution in Kerala continuously for the last 3 years.
  • The age of the applicant should not be more than 37 years as on 31st December in the notifying year.

How useful is this scheme?

Public benefit analysis

A practical look at this scheme for citizens

AI-generated insights showing how useful, accessible, and practical this scheme may be — combining deterministic scoring rules with a public-policy LLM analyst.

6.0
/ 10
Public Benefit Score
Accessibility 5.0/10 Moderate
Rural usefulness 5.0/10 Moderate
Application complexity 7.0/10 Challenging
Financial impact 9.5/10 Good
Literacy barrier 4.0/10 Moderate
Women inclusivity 6.0/10 Moderate
Awareness 4.5/10 Moderate
Implementation reliability 7.0/10 Good
Bigger shape means a better fit for citizens
  • Accessibility5.0
  • Financial impact9.5
  • Rural utility5.0
  • Awareness4.5
  • Simplicity3.0
  • Inclusivity6.0

What problem does this scheme solve?

The scheme recognizes and rewards young scientists for their contributions, promoting research and innovation in Kerala.

Key challenges addressed

  • Encourages young scientists to pursue research
  • Provides financial support for scientific endeavors

Most beneficial for

  • Young scientists with a Ph.D.
  • Researchers in Kerala

Likely challenges

  • Limited awareness among potential candidates
  • Nominations restricted to specific individuals

Practical insights for citizens

Practical for eligible candidates but may be inaccessible for many due to nomination restrictions

Rural challenges

  • Limited access to nomination sources
  • Potential lack of awareness in rural areas

Implementation bottlenecks

  • Nominations restricted to specific individuals may limit outreach

Awareness challenges

  • Low awareness among potential candidates and nominators

Application analysis

Application mode
Offline office
Documents burden
Moderate, requires nomination and supporting documents
Verification complexity
Moderate, involves expert committee review
Office dependency
High, requires submission to specific offices
CSC support
Limited
Estimated citizen effort
Moderate, requires effort to gather nominations and documents

Estimated beneficiary reach

  • Rural / urban reach Moderate
  • Gender reach Moderate
  • Occupation reach Academic and Research

Benefit analysis

Benefit type
Composite
Benefit frequency
One-time award
Benefit practicality
Practical for recognized scientists
Financial meaningfulness
Moderately meaningful due to the cash prize and potential research grant
Long-term impact
Encourages sustained research efforts and recognition in the scientific community

Plain-language guidance

The Kerala State Young Scientist Awards honor young scientists for their research contributions. Eligible candidates can receive a cash prize and potential research grants.

Who should apply
Young scientists with a Ph.D. and research experience in Kerala.
Who may struggle
Those without nominations from eligible institutions or individuals.
Best application route
Apply through a nominated individual from an eligible institution.

This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.

Application Process

Offline

Nomination Procedure:

Step 01: Applications are invited through advertisement every year.
Step 02: Candidates 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 centers of research, 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.
Step 03: Nominations will be valid for 3 years or the eligibility age whichever is earlier. However, a fresh nomination (only once) can be made, if the nominee has not yet crossed the age bar.
Step 04: Nominations in the prescribed format along with all supporting documents must reach the Director, KSCSTE, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695004.
Note: Nominations that are not complete or received after the due date will not be considered.

Selection Procedure:

Step 01: Candidates recommended by the screening committee after a rigorous criteria-based screening will be invited for the presentation of their research work.
Step 02: The candidates will be informed of their selection for the award individually by mail.
Step 03: The awards will be distributed during the inaugural session of the Kerala Science Congress by the Chief Minister. The Awardees have to make a presentation of the award-winning work in the Plenary Session of the Kerala Science Congress.

Contact Details:

The Head, Science, Technology Promotion Division,
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004
Tel: +91 471 2548214
e-mail: stpd.kscste@kerala.gov.in

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the “Kerala State Young Scientist Awards”?

The "Kerala State Young Scientist Awards" by the KSCSTE 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)

Who is eligible to get the benefits of the award?

The research carried out independently in Kerala by young scientists of Indian origin with Ph.D. in any branch of Science and technology who has been working in Kerala for the last three years will be taken into consideration for the award.

What should be the minimum qualification of the candidate?

The applicant should be a Ph.D. holder with 3 years Post-Doctoral experience.

Is there any working experience required by the candidate?

Yes, the applicant should have working experience in any R&D/Academic institution in Kerala continuously for the last 3 years.

What should be the maximum age of the applicant?

The age of the applicant should not be more than 37 years as on 31st December in the notifying year.

How much amount to be given to the selected candidate as a cash prize?

Each Awardee will be presented with a certificate and a cash prize of ₹50,000/-.

Can the selected candidate also be eligible for the research grant?

Yes, the recipient may be considered by the Council for a research grant of ₹50 lakhs after due consideration of the research project with the help of an expert committee.

Can the awardee also be eligible for a visit to abroad?

Yes, the Awardee, within 3 years of the receipt of the award, will be considered for a visit abroad to present the research work at a conference.

Who will nominate the candidate for the award?

Candidates 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 centers of research, 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.

How will the candidate be selected for the award?

Selection of the candidate will be through a thorough review/evaluation by an expert committee.

Whom can a candidate contact regarding the award?

The Head, Science, Technology Promotion Division Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 004 Tel: +91 471 2548214 e-mail: stpd.kscste@kerala.gov.in

References

Official Website
https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/kerala-state-young-scientist-awards/
Guideline
https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Guidlines_KSYSA_23.pdf
Proforma & Summary Sheet
https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/KSYSA_ProformaSummary_23.pdf
Notification (English)
https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/KSYSA_Advt_Eng.pdf
Notification (Malayalam)
https://kscste.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/KSYSA_Advt_Mal.pdf

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Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Kerala State Young Scientist Awards is a government welfare initiative designed to support Individual, Individual through benefits related to Science, IT & Communications, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
Who can apply for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Eligibility for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
What benefits are offered under Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Benefits under Kerala State Young Scientist Awards may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
Which department manages Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Kerala State Young Scientist Awards is managed by Science and Technology Department and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
Can users apply online for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
Where can users apply for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Applications for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
What documents may be required for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
Is Kerala State Young Scientist Awards available in all states?
No, Kerala State Young Scientist Awards is primarily available for eligible residents of Kerala and may be implemented through state government departments and local administrative offices.
Can residents outside Kerala apply for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Eligibility for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards is generally limited to residents of Kerala unless otherwise specified in the official scheme guidelines.
Can CSC centres help users apply for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
How can users check the latest updates for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
Can beneficiaries track application status for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards?
Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
Where can users get help for Kerala State Young Scientist Awards in Kerala?
Users in Kerala may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
Which nearby public services may help with Kerala State Young Scientist Awards applications?
Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.