Admission to IIST Ph.D Programme- January 2026 Session
Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) envisions basic and applied research for meeting the national R&D requirements of Science and Technology in general and the Indian Space Programme in particular. Know More
National Conclave on Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan 2025
In response to the invitation from the Additional secretary, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, the faculty coordinator, Dr.Chakravarthy P., and a student representative, Shri Satyajit Kaman of the Adi Karmayogi Student Chapter, IIST, attended the National Conclave on Adi K Know More
Interview with Prof.Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, IIST
Prof. Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, IIST, provided a deep dive into Aditya-L1 mission, India's dedicated solar observatory positioned at the Lagrange-1 point. Prof. Know More
Execution of MoU between IIST and AMTDC
Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) Thiruvananthapuram and Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Centre (AMTDC), Research Park, IIT Madras on 26 th September 2025 to enhance academic and resea Know More
IIT Roorkee Delegation Visit to IIST
explore avenues for collaborative research to advance national goals. Among the key themes identified, research on Sustainable Infrastructure on the Moon and Beyond emerged as a priority, along with other promising areas. Know More
Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph, Pro Vice Chancellor, IIST, honored as Stanford University's World Ranking
Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph, Pro Vice Chancellor, IIST, has been recognised in Stanford University's World Ranking of the Top 2% Scientists. He has nine books, more than 250 research papers in leading international journals and multiple patents to his credit. Know More
Charles Wallace India Trust Short Term Research Grant
Ms. Amalu Shaji, a Research Scholar at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), has been awarded the Charles Wallace India Trust Short Term Research Grant. She is currently pursuing her research under the guidance of Dr. Gigy J. Know More
Publication of New Book edited by Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph
We are pleased to announce the publication of a new book edited by Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph, Pro Vice-Chancellor, IIST. Know More
Publication of New Book edited by Prof. S.R. Shine
Delighted to share that Springer has announced the publication of the conference proceedings Advances in Aerospace and Energy, Volume I, edited by Dr. S. R. Shine (Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering, IIST) and Dr. S. Know More
National Launch of Adi Karmayogi Student Chapter In IITs, IIMs, AIIMs, NITs and Top Institutions
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is establishing Adi Karmayogi Student Chapters across India’s premier institutions, including IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, NITs, Central Universities, and other leading institutes. Know More
Through the Crimson Veil: Capturing the Blood Moon in IIST
News in the Malayala Manorama newspaper on 15th September 2025, about the photographs of Lunar Eclipse captured at IIST by students Mr. Muhammad Rafi (PhD) and Mr. Paramveer Singh (2nd year B-Tech) Know More
National Award for Prof. B. S. Manoj
Prof. B.S. Manoj, Professor, Department of Avionics, has been listed among the designated recipients of the National Award to Teachers 2025. Know More
A Journey to our Nearest Star the Sun with Aditya L1 Observatory
Invited Talk by Prof. Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, IIST Know More
“Walk with the Talk” with Prof. Dipankar Banerjee
Interview with Prof. Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, IIST, by Kerala DD News. Prof. Know More
MoU for the Development of RPA-V Payload
IIST has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) on 18th August 2025, for the development of the Retarding Potential Analyzer for Venus (RPA-V) payload. Know More
IIST in Asianet News – Interview with Prof. Dipankar Banerjee
Interview with Prof. Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, IIST, who explains the pivotal role IIST plays in the space ecosystem. Know More
Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph, IIST Pro Vice Chancellor Joins 'At Home' Reception hosted by the Rashtrapati Bhavan
Prof. Kuruvilla Joseph, Pro Vice Chancellor, IIST, was honored to attend the 'At Home' reception hosted by the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi as part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations. Know More
Ms. Shreya Parvati from IIST attended the Independence Day Parade at New Delhi, as Special Invitee.
Ms. Shreya Parvati, Research Scholar, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, has been invited as a special invitee to the Independence Day Parade, which is a testament to her remarkable work and dedication as a PM Yuva Fellowship recipient. Know More
