Prathibha Scholarship Programme
About the Program
Complete guide to the KSCSTE Prathibha Scholarship Programme in Kerala. Read about eligibility marks (90%+), basic science courses covered, and annual payout details.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides financial incentives of ₹12,000 in Year 1, ₹18,000 in Year 2, and ₹24,000 in Year 3 of UG. Postgraduates receive ₹40,000 in Year 1 and ₹60,000 in Year 2 of MSc.
Inclusions
* BSc Year 1 (₹12,000), Year 2 (₹18,000), Year 3 (₹24,000). * MSc Year 1 (₹40,000), Year 2 (₹60,000). * Summer science camp/internship opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Must be enrolled in Basic Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology. Minimum 90% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Purely merit-based for Basic Sciences.
Selection Process
Based on absolute academic merit in Science subjects in Higher Secondary (normalized marks ranking)
SC/ST has relaxed marks (80%).
Renewal Policy
Required annually by maintaining at least 60% marks in BSc exams and clean attendance.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access KSCSTE
** Open the official portal at [kscste.kerala.gov.in](https://kscste.kerala.gov.in).
- 3**Register Profile
** Complete registration under Prathibha Science Scheme.
- 4**Upload mark sheet
** Upload your Higher Secondary mark sheet showing science marks (minimum 90% required).
- 5**Admission confirmation
** Upload your BSc Basic Science college admission slip.
- 6**Submit
** Confirm details and submit. Rank list is compiled based on normalized marks.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Provisional registration is open during August-September.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.Which courses are eligible under Prathibha Science Scheme?
Only regular BSc courses in Basic and Natural Sciences (like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, etc.) are eligible. Applied sciences or professional courses are excluded.
Q.Is there any family income limit?
No, this scholarship is purely merit-based and has no family income bar.
Q.How many awards are distributed?
KSCSTE distributes exactly 100 scholarships annually across science students of Kerala origin.
Help & Contact Support
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