DBT Star College Scheme

Department of Biotechnology
Government of India

Principal's Message

Principal
Dr. G. Ravindranath

Principal

It gives me immense pleasure to announce that Govt. College for Men (Autonomous), Kadapa, has been selected under the prestigious DBT Star College Scheme by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, with a sanctioned grant of ₹1.32 crore.

This grant will play a pivotal role in enhancing science education at the undergraduate level by improving laboratory infrastructure, promoting hands-on experimental learning, and encouraging scientific temper among students.

Our college is proud to have five science departments - Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science - participating in this transformative project.

Coordinator's Message

Coordinator
Dr. Y. Savithri

DBT Coordinator

It is with immense pride and joy that I announce the selection of our college under the prestigious DBT Star College Scheme. This achievement is a collective milestone made possible by the dedication of our faculty, students, and administration.

The DBT Star College Scheme will empower us to enhance the teaching and learning infrastructure, promote hands-on learning, and foster a culture of innovation and scientific inquiry.

Five departments - Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, and Computer Science - will be actively participating in the implementation of the project.

About DBT Star College Scheme

The DBT Star College Scheme is an initiative by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, to enhance the quality of science education at the undergraduate level in colleges across the country.

The scheme aims to:

  • Improve infrastructure for science education
  • Promote research and innovation at undergraduate level
  • Enhance laboratory facilities and equipment
  • Support faculty development programs
  • Encourage student participation in science activities
  • Foster industry-academia collaborations
₹1.32 Cr
Grant Sanctioned

5
Departments

2024-25
Year of Selection

Participating Departments

Zoology

Enhancing research in animal sciences and biotechnology applications

Botany

Advancing plant sciences research and conservation studies

Chemistry

Upgrading analytical instrumentation and chemical research

Physics

Strengthening experimental physics and material science labs

Computer Science

Developing computational biology and bioinformatics capabilities

Testimonials

DBT Coordinator

Dr. Y. Savithri

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Faculty

Science Department

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Student

Science Student

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School Teacher

Local Schools

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Downloads

DBT Star College Selection
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DBT Funds Order Copy
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DBT Annual Report
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Contact Information

DBT Coordinator

Dr. Y. Savithri

drysavithri@gmail.com

+91-8985513433

Department of Zoology

Principal

Dr. G. Ravindranath

kadapa.jkc@gmail.com

+91-9849765838

Principal's Office