Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026
Provided by Kerala State Young Scientist
This round closed on 31 Aug 2025.
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About this Scholarship
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.
Research carried out independently by young scientists who is working in Kerala for the last three years will be considered 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 thorough review/evaluation by an expert committee.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. with 3 years Post-Doctoral experience.
- Working experience in any R&D/Academic institution in Kerala continuously for the last 3 years.
- Age should not be more than 37 years as on 31st December in the notifying year.
How to Apply
<ol><li>Nominations invited for Kerala State Young Scientist Award – 2026.</li><li>Submit nominations to The Head, Science, Technology Promotion Division Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004.</li><li>Contact: Tel: +91 471 2548214, e-mail: stpd.kscste(at)kerala.gov.in.</li><li>Last Date: 31.08.2025.</li></ol>
Scholarship at a glance
| Deadline | 31 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Study level | Phd |
| Type | Private |
| Provider | Kerala State Young Scientist |
Common questions
Who is eligible for the Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026?
To apply you need to meet these conditions: Ph.D. with 3 years Post-Doctoral experience. Working experience in any R&D/Academic institution in Kerala continuously for the last 3 years. Age should not be more than 37 years as on 31st December in the notifying year.
What is the last date to apply for the Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026?
Applications close on 31 August 2025. Apply before this date — late submissions are not considered.
How do I apply for the Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026?
Apply in 4 steps: Nominations invited for Kerala State Young Scientist Award – 2026.; Submit nominations to The Head, Science, Technology Promotion Division Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 004.; Contact: Tel: +91 471 2548214, e-mail: stpd.kscste(at)kerala.gov.in.; Last Date: 31.08.2025..
Which students can apply for the Kerala State Young Scientist Awards 2026?
This scholarship is open to phd students and is run by Kerala State Young Scientist.
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| A*STAR Youth Scholarship 2020 | — | 28 Jul 2019 | All |
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| AAUW International Fellowship Program | — | — | Postgraduate |
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