The “Scheme for Promoting Young Talents in Science-II (SPYTiS-II)” is designed to provide financial and technical assistance to talented young students with innovative ideas in scientific and technological pursuits. Under this scheme, students from polytechnic colleges and those enrolled in undergraduate-level courses in colleges across Kerala are selected annually to undertake a science project. Financial support is provided to ensure successful completion of the project. The grant is released to the Head of the institution after project completion, based on submission of the signed terms and conditions, final project report, Statement of Expenditure (SE), and Utilization Certificate (UC). The grant must be used solely for the sanctioned purpose. Awardees are encouraged to participate in a Science Talent Fair, Children Science Congress, or Kerala Science Congress organized by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology & Environment (KSCSTE) to present their projects and findings.
Benefits
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Financial Support:
Students with innovative ideas in science and technology (enrolled in polytechnic or undergraduate courses) may receive financial assistance up to ₹10,000 for conducting their projects. -
Implementation:
Financial assistance is provided to the host institution, and students work under the guidance/supervision of a teacher. -
Presentation Opportunity:
Awardees are encouraged to present their projects/findings at the Science Talent Fair, National Children’s Science Congress, or Kerala Science Congress organized by KSCSTE. -
Project Duration:
The duration for each project is one year. -
Equipment:
No major research equipment is granted under this scheme. Minor equipment, if necessary, is provided only to an institution in the state and is limited to 30% of the maximum eligible amount. All permanent assets developed during the project become the property of the institution.
Eligibility
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Who Can Apply:
Students enrolled in polytechnic colleges and undergraduate-level courses (BSc level) in Kerala are eligible to apply. -
Group Formation:
A maximum of 5 students can form a project group. -
Proposal Limits by Institution:
- Maximum of 10 proposals per college
- Maximum of 4 proposals per college/university department
- Maximum of 2 proposals per Principal Investigator from a college
Exclusions
- Proposals from students enrolled in professional courses are not eligible under SPYTiS-II. Such students should apply under the Student Project scheme for financial assistance.
Application Process
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Submission Mode: Offline
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Process:
- Proposals in the prescribed format are invited annually, generally in the month of June, through advertisements on the KSCSTE website and in dailies.
- Completed applications, duly signed and forwarded by the Head of the Institution, must reach the Director, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004 on or before the deadline.
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Important Notes:
- Institutions are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
- Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
- The decision of KSCSTE regarding the selection of projects is final.
- Three copies of the application, along with the supporting documents, must be sent to KSCSTE.
- The Head of the Institution must ensure that the number of proposals forwarded does not exceed the specified limits; otherwise, none of the proposals from that institution will be considered.
- Financial assistance is disbursed only after successful project completion, subject to submission of signed terms and conditions, final report, and financial statements (audited SE and UC) within three months of project completion.
Contact Details
The Head, Science Education Division (SED)
Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment
Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004
Tel: +91-471-2548218/223
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kscste.kerala.gov.in
Documents Required
- Details of students
- Details of project proposal
- Achievements of the students in science-related activities
- Estimate showing the expenditure involved in the project
- Official bank account details of the Head of the institution
- Endorsement letter
- Declaration by the Head of the Institution
- Any other document as required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the “Scheme for Promoting Young Talents in Science-II”?
It is a scheme to provide financial and technical assistance to talented young students for conducting science projects. -
Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology & Environment (KSCSTE). -
Who are eligible to apply under the scheme?
Students enrolled in polytechnic colleges and undergraduate courses (BSc level) in Kerala. -
How many students should be in a project group?
A project group can consist of a maximum of 5 students. -
How much financial assistance is provided for conducting a science project?
Up to ₹10,000 is provided for conducting the project. -
Will the financial assistance be provided directly to the students?
No, the financial assistance is provided to the host institution, and the students work under the guidance of a teacher. -
What additional benefits are provided to the awardees?
Awardees are encouraged to participate in the Science Talent Fair, National Children’s Science Congress, or Kerala Science Congress to present their projects/findings. -
What is the duration of the project?
The project duration is one year. -
Will any research equipment be granted under the scheme?
No major research equipment will be granted. Minor equipment may be provided only to an institution, subject to budget limitations. -
When will the application form be invited?
Proposals are generally invited in the month of June every year. -
How can an applicant apply for the scheme?
Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed format. -
Where can an applicant contact regarding this scheme?
Applicants can contact the Head, Science Education Division (SED) at KSCSTE using the contact details provided above.