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KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme

The scheme “KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme” helps to provide opportunity to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective field of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of State.

Ministry / Department
Science and Technology Department
Level
State
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme क्या है?

The scheme “KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme” helps to provide opportunity to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective field of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of State.

लाभ
चयनित उम्मीदवार इसके लिए पात्र हैंः 1. 31, 000/- की मासिक फेलोशिप अधिकतम 3 साल की अवधि के लिए। 2. ₹ 1,00,000 का वार्षिक आकस्मिक अनुदान-पूरी परियोजना अवधि के लिए पात्र है। 3. अनुसंधान गतिविधि का समर्थन करने के लिए परियोजना अध्येता के रूप में तकनीकी सहायता नियुक्त की जा सकती है। 4. फेलोशिप तीन साल (परियोजना की अधिकतम अवधि-3 साल) से अधिक की अवधि के लिए नहीं दी जाएगी।
स्तर
State — Kerala
मंत्रालय / विभाग
Science and Technology Department
लाभ का प्रकार
other
मुख्य पात्रता
Applicant should be a Permanent Resident of Kerala.
अंतिम सत्यापन
18 Jun 2026

योजना का विवरण

"के. एस. सी. एस. टी. ई. एमेरिटस साइंटिस्ट स्कीम" योजना सेवानिवृत्त उत्कृष्ट वैज्ञानिकों को विशेषज्ञता के अपने-अपने क्षेत्रों में अनुसंधान करने और राज्य के विकास के लिए उनके ज्ञान और विद्वता का उपयोग करने का अवसर प्रदान करने में मदद करती है। विज्ञान/इंजीनियरिंग के क्षेत्र में केरल राज्य के वैज्ञानिक/शिक्षाविद जो सेवा से सेवानिवृत्त हुए हैं या प्रतिष्ठित पत्रिकाओं में शोध प्रकाशनों के साथ प्रतिष्ठित संस्थानों से अपना कार्य पूरा कर चुके हैं, वे आवेदन करने के पात्र हैं। विशेषज्ञ समिति द्वारा समीक्षा/मूल्यांकन के माध्यम से चयन। योजना के उद्देश्यः * *-ज्ञान का दोहन करें और सेवानिवृत्त उत्कृष्ट वैज्ञानिकों को विशेषज्ञता के अपने-अपने क्षेत्रों में अनुसंधान करने के लिए सहायता प्रदान करें-उनकी प्रतिभा का उपयोग करना और राज्य स्तर के महत्वपूर्ण मुद्दों को संबोधित करने में उनके अनुभव का उपयोग करना।

लाभ

चयनित उम्मीदवार इसके लिए पात्र हैंः 1. 31, 000/- की मासिक फेलोशिप अधिकतम 3 साल की अवधि के लिए। 2. ₹ 1,00,000 का वार्षिक आकस्मिक अनुदान-पूरी परियोजना अवधि के लिए पात्र है। 3. अनुसंधान गतिविधि का समर्थन करने के लिए परियोजना अध्येता के रूप में तकनीकी सहायता नियुक्त की जा सकती है। 4. फेलोशिप तीन साल (परियोजना की अधिकतम अवधि-3 साल) से अधिक की अवधि के लिए नहीं दी जाएगी।

पात्रता

  • आवेदक को केरल का स्थायी निवासी होना चाहिए। 1. उम्मीदवारों को जन्म या अधिवास से केरल में सेवानिवृत्त वैज्ञानिक/शिक्षाविद होना चाहिए और सराहनीय वैज्ञानिक उपलब्धियों के साथ प्रतिष्ठित संस्थानों में वैज्ञानिक/शिक्षाविद के रूप में काम करना चाहिए। 1. उम्मीदवार को सेवानिवृत्ति के 5 साल के भीतर आवेदन करना चाहिए। 1. उम्मीदवार को 2 से अधिक प्रभाव कारक के साथ एससीआई-अनुक्रमित पत्रिकाओं के साथ कम से कम 3 सहकर्मी-समीक्षित शोध पत्र प्रकाशित करने चाहिए या आवेदन के पिछले 3 वर्षों में कम से कम एक पेटेंट दायर करना चाहिए। 1. जिन लोगों ने पहले (के. एस. सी. एस. टी. ई. या कहीं और से) एमेरिटस साइंटिस्ट फैलोशिप का लाभ उठाया है, वे आवेदन करने के पात्र नहीं हैं। 1. प्रस्तावित कार्य के लिए चयनित अनुसंधान केंद्र के. एस. सी. एस. टी. ई. के अनुसंधान और विकास केंद्र होने चाहिए।
क्षेत्र: Keralaलाभ: other

आवश्यक दस्तावेज़

  • Identity proof of applicant
  • Photo of applicant
  • Proof of permanent residency in Kerala
  • Certificate of Ph.D
  • Reprints of Research Publications in the last 3 years of application (Full-length paper)
  • Biodata of Applicant (include List of publications)
  • Proof of Superannuation duly endorsed by the head of the institution
  • Consent letter from the head of the host institution
  • Declaration by the candidate
  • Endorsement from the Head of Institution

आवेदन कैसे करें

  1. चरण 1: Online application

    Eligible applicants may apply online in the KSCSTE Web Portal for New applications at the following link: https://submit.kscste.kerala.gov.in/ > Scrutiny of the Application: Preliminary scrutiny of the application is carried out for verification of basic eligibility conditions and supporting documents. > Peer review: All eligible applications are subjected to peer review by five subject experts (3 within & 2 outside the state) in the relevant area of research. Proposals with at least three reviews graded greater than 5 (on 10 point scale) are only considered for further processing. > Presentation before Expert Committee: Proposals that have passed the peer review requirements will be invited for presentation before the Programme Advisory Committee. One or two reviewers will serve as additional Subject Expert during the PAC meeting. On favorable recommendation by the PAC, the proposal will be considered for funding by KSCSTE. The applicants will be informed of the decision and will be asked to execute an Agreement as per the guidelines of the scheme. > Contact Details: Scientist-in-charge (KSCSTE-ESS), Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram – 695004, Tel: +91 471 2548402, E-mail : [email protected], [email protected] > For queries: E-mail : [email protected], [email protected] Tel: 0471-2548402

FAQ

What is the “KSCSTE Emeritus Scientist Scheme”?

The scheme helps to provide an opportunity for superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective fields of specialization and to harness their knowledge and erudition for the development of the State.

What is the objective of the scheme?

The objective of the scheme is to tap knowledge and provide support to superannuated outstanding scientists to pursue research in their respective fields of specialization and utilize their talent and use their experience in addressing state-level important issues.

Which is the implementing agency of this scheme?

Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)

Who are eligible to apply under the scheme?

Scientists/Academicians from Kerala State in the field of Science/Engineering who have retired from service or completed their assignments from reputed institutions with research publications in reputed journals are eligible to apply.

Is this scheme only for the residents of Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should be a Permanent Resident of Kerala.

Can an applicant who has availed of the Emeritus Scientist Fellowship earlier be eligible to apply?

No, an applicant who has availed of Emeritus Scientist Fellowship earlier (from KSCSTE or elsewhere) is not eligible to apply.

How many research papers should be published in the name of an applicant?

The candidate should have published a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed research papers with SCI-indexed journals with an impact factor greater than 2.0 or should have filed at least one patent in the last 3 years of application.

How much will the monthly fellowship be given to the eligible fellow?

Monthly fellowship of [?]31,000/- for a maximum period of 3 years.

How much will the contingency grant to be paid under the scheme?

An annual Contingent grant of [?]1,00,000/- will also be paid for the entire project duration under the scheme.

What is the duration of the fellowship?

Fellowship will be given for a period not exceeding three years, (Maximum duration of the project - 3 Years).

How will the candidate be selected under the scheme?

Under the scheme, the selection of candidate will be through review/evaluation by an expert committee.

How can an applicant apply for the scheme?

Eligible applicant may apply online in the KSCSTE Web Portal for New application at the following link: https://submit.kscste.kerala.gov.in/

Where can an applicant contact regarding this scheme?

Scientist-in-charge (KSCSTE-ESS), Kerala State Council for Science Technology and Environment, Sasthra Bhavan, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram - 695004, Tel: +91 471 2548402, E-mail : [email protected], [email protected]

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