First govt college from Nagaland selected under DBT programme; eight departments to benefit
Kohima Science College has once again established itself as one of the premier institutions of higher education in India by becoming the first government college from Nagaland to be selected under the Department of Biotechnology’s “STAR College Scheme.” The announcement was made on April 16, 2026.
The college initially submitted its proposal under the scheme in March 2025 and was subsequently shortlisted among 34 institutions across the country. The Coordinator, Dr Vethselo Doulo, along with core committee member Along Longchari, presented the final proposal on March 10, 2026 at the DBT headquarters in New Delhi. Each year, only 10 to 15 colleges across India are selected for this scheme.
Under the scheme, eight departments of the college, Botany, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology, will receive grants from the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The funds will be used to strengthen laboratory infrastructure, procure advanced scientific equipment, and support capacity building through workshops, seminars, and training programmes for undergraduate students, faculty members, and the wider community.
The scheme will also enable the college to expand its academic reach by promoting interdisciplinary learning, enhancing practical skills, and encouraging research-oriented education at the undergraduate level.
The college acknowledged the efforts of all stakeholders in achieving this milestone and described it as a significant step toward improving the quality of science education in the region.
