Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search

In Pursuit of Excellence
Since 1960

ANNUAL REPORT 2014

JB Centre of Excellence for Student Scientists, Kolkata

“The whole world is a
living laboratory in which
the most wonderful experiments
are constantly being performed.
We should indeed be fascinated
if only we had eyes to see them.”
JAGADIS BOSE NATIONAL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH
(Registered under Act XXI of 1860)

Memorandum of The Association

1. Name of the Society : JAGADIS BOSE NATIONAL SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH
2. The Registered Office of the Society is situated at 93/1, Acharya Prafulla Chandra Road, Calcutta – 9 in the State of West Bengal
3. The object for which the Society is established are: to select students with the special aptitude for Science and providing a scheme for
counseling, conserving and helping this most precious resource, namely human talent, which is necessary for building up
the nation, by award of scholarships and otherwise. The scheme of JBNSTS shall extend to the whole of West Bengal and may later be
extended to other areas.
4. The Names and Addresses and Description of the present members of the Executive Committee (Governing Body) are :
DR. B C ROY, Writers’ Buildings, Calcutta – 1, President, Governing Body;
SIR JEHANGIR GHANDY, Tata Iron & Steel Co. Ltd., Jamshedpur, Chairman, Governing Body;
SIR RAMASWAMY MUDALIAR, 9, Lower Rawdon Street, Calcutta – 16, Member, Governing Body;
MR. R P BILLIMORIA, Tata Iron & Steel Co. Ltd., Jamshedpur, Member, Governing Body;
DR. D M BOSE, Bose Institute, Calcutta – 9, Member, Governing Body;
DR. P K BOSE, Bose Institute, Calcutta – 9, Member, Governing Body;
DR. D M SEN, Writers’, Buildings, Calcutta – 1, Member, Governing Body;
DR. R L SENGUPTA, Presidency College, Calcutta – 12, Member, Governing Body;
DR. S K MITRA, Institute of Radio Physics, Calcutta – 9, Member, Governing Body
DR. S C MITRA, 12, Hindustan Road, Calcutta – 29, Member, Governing Body;
DR. K MITRA, 93/1, Acharya Prafulla Chandra Road, Calcutta – 9, Secretary, Governing Body.

Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru addressing

the Inaugural Award Giving Ceremony
on 11th April, 1961

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H. E. SHRI M K NARAYANAN
The Hon'ble Governor
Government of West Bengal
Patron-in-Chief, JBNSTS (till 30/06/2014)
Raj Bhavan, Kolkata 700 062

MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF JBNSTS

PRESIDENT DR. PURNENDU CHATTERJEE

VACANT Chairman
Since the demise of Shri Jyoti Basu The Chatterjee Group and
Former Chief Minister of West Bengal Chairman, JBNSTS
SHRI VIVEK KUMAR, IAS 888 Seventh Avenue, 34th Floor
Principal Secretary New York 10106-0089
Department of Higher Education SHRI B GUPTA
Government of West Bengal Director (F & A)
Bikash Bhavan India Diary Products Ltd.
Sector-II, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700 091 AE-6, Sector – I, Salt Lake
PROF. TATHAGATA ROY (till 12/12/2014) Kolkata 700 064
Flat No: IV/B PROF. (DR.) KALYAN B SINHA
P-70, Lake Road, Kolkata 700 029 Bhatnagar Fellow
PROF.(DR.) MANJU RAY Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
Emeritus Scientist, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research PO. Jakkur, Bengaluru 560 064
Department of Bio Physics PROF. (DR.) ABHIJIT MOOKERJEE
Bose Institute SN Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
Centenary Building Block – JD, Sector – III, Salt Lake
P1/12, CIT Scheme - VIIM, Kolkata 700 054 Kolkata 700 098
SHRI DIPANKAR CHATTERJEE PROF. (DR.) SIBAJI RAHA
Managing Director Director
The Luxmi Tea Company Limited Bose Institute
17 R N Mukherjee Road, Kolkata 700 001 Centenary Building
PROF. (DR.) JAYANTA K BHATTACHARJEE P1/12, CIT Scheme - VIIM, Kolkata 700 054
Professor & Director PROF.(DR.) PARTHA P MAJUMDER
Harish-Chandra Research Institute Director
Chhatnag Road, Jhusi, Allahabad 211 019 National Institute of Biomedical Genomics
PROF. (DR.) DEBSHANKAR RAY Netaji Subhas Sanatoriums
Director 2nd Floor
Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science Kalyani 741 251, Dist. Nadia
Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032 PROF. (DR.) PAPIYA NANDY
PROF. (DR.) AMITA CHATTERJEE Hony. Director and Secretary Ex-officio, JBNSTS
Emeritus Professor 1300 Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba
School of Cognitive Science Kolkata 700 107
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Darshan Bhavan, Jadvpur University

Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032

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ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD 2013 -2014

1. Prof. Gour Prasad Das 11. Prof. Sumantra Chattarji 21. Dr. Manas Pratim Das
Department of Material Science Neurobiology Department Transmission Executive
Indian Association for the Cultivation of National Center for Biological Science Cell, All India Radio
Science, Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032 Sciences (NCBS), UAS-GKVK Campus, Kolkata 700 001
Bellary Road, Bangalore 560 065
2. Prof. Pratip Palit 22. Dr. P K Dasgupta
Formerly of Central Research Institute for 12. Prof. Subrata Sen Professor & Head
Jute and Allied Fibers MD Anderson Cancer Centre Department of Physiology
28/1 E Bose Pukur Road University of Texas, Texas 77030 Agartala Government Medical College
Kolkata 700 042 USA Agartala 799 006
3. Prof. K D Krori 13. Prof. S Ananthkrishnan 23. Dr. Satyajit Banerjee
Chairman Adjunct Professor & Director
Shankar Madhav Jr. College Raja Rammanna Fellow Calcutta International School
Maniknagar, R G Barua Road Electronic Sc. Department, 724 Anandapur, Kolkata 700 107
Guwahati 781 005 Pune University
24. Prof. Parimal Sen
Ganeshkhind, Pune 411 007
4. Dr. Dilip Kumar Maity Department of Chemistry
Asst. Professor 14. Prof. Siddhartha Sen Bose Institute
Radiation & Photochemistry Division School of Mathematical Sciences 93/1 A P C Road, Kolkata 700 009
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre University of Dublin
Belfield, Dublin – 4, Ireland 25. Prof. S C Bera
Trombay, Mumbai 400 085 159 Jadavpur University Employees
15. Prof. Samita Basu Housing Cooperative Society
5. Prof. S Dorendrajit Singh
Chemical Science Division Panchasayar, Kolkata 700 094
Department of Physics
Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics
Manipur University 26. Prof. Kallol Pal
Block – AF, Sector – I, Salt Lake
Chanchipur Department of Mathematics
Kolkata 700 064
Imphal 795 001 Jadavpur University, Jadavpur
16. Prof. D Balasubramanian Kolkata 700 032
6. Dr. Ashesh Nandy Director of Research
Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and LV Prasad Eye Institute 27. Shri Siddhartha S Chatterjee
Education Road No. 2, Banjara Hill Bidhannagar Govt. High School
404B Jodhpur Park, Kolkata 700 068 Hyderabad 500 034 BD-303, Sector – I, Salt Lake
Kolkata 700 064
7. Prof. T K Ghosal 17. Prof. Bimal K. Roy
Emesritus Fellow Director, Indian Statistical Institute 28. Dr. Mahan Maharaj
Department of Electrical Engineering 203 B. T. Road, Kolkata 700108 Associate Professor
Jadavpur University Department of School of Mathematical
Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032 18. Prof. Soumya Chakraborti Sciences
Formerly of California State Polytechnic R K Mission Vivekananda University
8. Prof. Dipanjan Raichaudhuri University, 1/3 Fern Road PO. Belur Math, Howrah 711 202
Formerly of Presidency College, Kolkata Ballygunj, Kolkata 700 019
Suit No. – 7 29. Dr. Sukhen Das
P-286, Darga Road, Kolkata 700 017 19. Prof. Siddhartha Roy Department of Physics
Department of Biophysics Jadavpur University
9. Dr. Jayanta Sthanapati Bose Institute, Centenary Building, Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032
4, Kalikumar Majumder Road P1/12, CIT Scheme - VIIM
Santoshpur, Kolkata 700 075 Kolkata 700 054
10. Prof. Surajit Sengupta 20. Prof. (Dr.) Soumitra Sengupta
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Department of Theoretical Physics
Centre for Interdisciplinary Sciences Indian Association for the
21 Brundavan Colony, Narsingi Cultivation of Science
Hyderabad 500 075 Jadavpur, Kolkata 700 032

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CONTENTS

From The Director's Desk 5

JBNSTS – An Introduction 7

Highlights of Achievements of JBNSTS in The Past Decade 8

JBNSTS Programs under Different Sponsoring Agencies 9

Special Features of JBNSTS 9

Report on Activities 11

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The Senior Scholarship Program 11

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1st International Conference & 1st International Workshop on
Education and Curriculum Planning for Gifted Minds and related
research work 13

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The West Bengal District Scheme Program (WBDS) 19

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The Science Camps 20

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Contact Program 22

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Other Collaborative programs of JBNSTS 24

Annual Award Ceremony 2013 24

Scholars' Corner 25

Academic Activities of JBNSTS Staff 26

Facts and Figures 28

Selected JBNSTS Scholars of Batch 2013 29

Current Donors and Donations 31

Funds and Accounts 32

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From The Director’s Desk

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Good Evening friends !

It is a pleasure to report to you the activities of this year – what we aimed and what we have
achieved, what we dreamt and what we realized.

Since 1960, JBNSTS has aimed at identifying talented young students and nurturing them
throughout their academic career. These scholars over the years have done very well in their
respective fields and made JBNSTS proud of them.

Later our ambit of operation spread to the neighbouring states, including the 8 NE states. We
designed programs of non-formal education which was implemented through a range of out
– of – class activities. These resulted in the motivational workshops for district school children
and setting up programs for innovative science teaching for mid- school science teachers. Our
hard work leading to successful fruition did not escape the notice of the Department of
Science and Technology of Govt. of India and we have been endowed with the responsibility
to conduct DST-INSPIRE Science Camps. Also our method of talent identification has been
recognized and we are now partner of the DST-INSPIRE Scholarship Scheme.

However in spite of our arduous labour leading to such success, we have faced problems due
to changes in Government policy and some of our good projects had to be suspended.

Research activities at our Centre have increased manifold. New research projects funded by
the Central Govt. have been awarded to us, the laboratory facilities have been developed,
one research scholar has joined and several research papers have been published in peer
reviewed journals. Thanks are due to the hard work of two of our academic staff.

I take this opportunity to present before you some matters of grave concern. Indian education
system has become basically top down. While more Universities and Research Institutes are
coming up, the schools and undergraduate colleges are languishing from lack of teachers
and proper infrastructure. Who will go to those Institutes and universities if their background
is not strong or if they are not properly motivated ?

The worst sufferers are the gifted/talented students, whose needs are not catered to in the
regular education system. As a result of which they stay unnoticed, underdeveloped and
underutilized. To quote the noted historian Sir Aarnold Toynbee “The nurture of creativity is a
matter of life and death for any society”. Thus it is these gifted ones who, if put in a motivating
and challenging environment and provided special and differentiated education, can make
the breakthrough in every field of human endeavour and enrich the society.

It is estimated that India has around 36 million gifted / talented children. But unfortunately
there is very fragmented study of the giftedness in India till now. We at JBNSTS, recognize the
need for research on gifted education in the Indian context with a special focus on STEM
education. We also intend to undertake comprehensive research and surveys in various areas
of gifted education with a target to formulate appropriate programs, policies and standards
for gifted education in India.

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With this aim in mind, we are organizing under the visionary guidance of the Chairman of JBNSTS the “1st International
Conference On Research In Education And Curriculum Planning For Gifted Minds”, which will be held in Delhi and later in
Kolkata in February, 2014. Here we have invited global experts and known from them about the leading practices exercised in
their countries on gifted education. The outcome of the Conference will be utilized to set up JB Centre for Research on Gifted
Education. This centre will focus on research on giftedness and its various aspects, measure cognitive and co-cognitive
elements of giftedness, develop tools and methodologies for identifying gifted children, plan curricula with a focus on STEM
fields and advocate policy initiatives. We are on the verge of signing an MOU with Tennessee State University, USA for a NSF
collaboration on gifted education. This has been possible due to the untiring effort of one of our academic staff.

The setting up of the Centre, in the true sense, will be a path breaking initiative in the area of gifted education in India and the
result of this activity will be enjoyed by every segment of the society. An initiative of such a large magnitude needs support and
cooperation from all quarters. We appeal to you for your cooperation in this matter.

Our venture in this direction could not have been more timely, as the Govt. of India in the 100th Indian Science Congress held in
January this year, has declared that “the development of a nation depends on what place is given to science in its thinking and
what provision in made for its pursuit”. The focal theme of the Congress was “Science for Shaping the Future of India”.

In our year long journey towards the pursuit of excellence, we are thankful to the Government of West Bengal which has been
our mentor from the very inception. We have received help from several funding agencies, institutions, private donors and
industry houses. The academic programs are conducted by scientist-educators from all over India and abroad. The members of
our Governing Body, where two very valuable members have joined this year, our Academic Advisory Board and specially the
dedicated staff members of JBNSTS have made this journey a meaningful and rewarding one. Our heartfelt gratitude to all of
them.

This year 34 new scholars, including 7 girls, have been selected for the prestigious JBNSTS National Science Talent Search
Award. We remember with pride that the inaugural Award was presented by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in 1961.

As the present Director of this Institute and as a scholar from the first batch, I extend a warm welcome to this year’s awardees.
In the years to come, you will realize that JBNSTS does not award you just a scholarship, but makes you a part of the ever
vibrant, world wide network of the JBNSTS fraternity.

My ardent message to you is :

Be proud to be an Indian and make India proud of you. A powerful India awaits us, which will evolve only through our
combined efforts.

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JBNSTS – An Introduction

Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search (JBNSTS), Kolkata is an Autonomous Registered Society under West Bengal Society
Registration Act XXI of 1860 (No.S/4353 of 1960-61) promoted by the Government of West Bengal and administered by a Governing
Body with representatives from the Government, Academics and Industry. Conceptualized in 1958 by visionaries such as Dr. B C Roy, Sir
Jehangir Ghandy and others. JBNSTS was initiated to commemorate the Birth Centenary of India's first modern scientist, Acharya J C Bose.
The program was inaugurated by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

JBNSTS from its very inception has focused on the unconventional and dynamic method of non-formal accelerated learning through “out
of class” activities, which has led to the recognition of hidden talents of intellectually sensitive and inquisitive minds. Governed by
eminent academicians, policy makers and directors who have served the institution with missionary zeal, the programs conducted by the
institution for its scholars are exclusive and tailor-made to provide an environment of joyous, interactive and independent learning which
further provides a platform for development of creative expression and divergent thinking. These are done through meetings and
mentorship programs with outstanding scientists and educators, open ended thematic workshops, visits to institutions and laboratories
of national and international repute within the country, enrichment programs through academic apprenticeship, presentations at
seminars etc. A feeling of belongingness is cultivated amongst the scholars so as to make them an integral part of a large academic family
with common roots and foster within them the spirit of cooperative and competitive learning in the pursuit of excellence. Special
counseling sessions are held from time to time to ensure that intellectual needs of the gifted are met.

The broad objectives of JBNSTS are to

a) Motivate : JBNSTS aims to motivate the talented students to study basic sciences and work in the field of research and education. It
is very important to motivate the students to that end from their young age. A large number of thematic science workshops are
organized in West Bengal as well as in all other States to achieve that goal . The objectives for these workshops are to expose the
young minds to the wonderful world of science beyond their regular curriculum. Students from various levels participate in these
programs.

b) Identify : After motivational part, it is necessary to identify the “best among equals” for nurturing. JBNSTS conducts the oldest
science talent search test in this country to identify the students with most creative and innovative minds. Though it is limited to the
students studying in West Bengal, a large number of students from other states taking admission in institutions in West Bengal take
part in this talent search test. In that way, it acquires a “national” status to some extent.

c) Nurture : To nurture these identified scholars so that they excel in their scientific pursuit, several talent enrichment programs, follow
up programs etc. are conducted. Here the scholars are taken to scientific research institutes and industries where they get to interact
with scientists and technical persons which widens their horizon of knowledge.

All these activities are extremely beneficial for the student community in general and talented students in particular and have earned
appreciation from all quarters. Apart from serving the basic purpose, these programs, where students come from different geographical
and socio economic backgrounds help to inculcate in their young minds a spirit of national integrity. In addition to the students' program,
a teachers' training program has also been started for district schools of West Bengal.

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Highlights of achievements of JBNSTS in the past decade

Since its inception, JBNSTS has always tried to make continuous developments in the interest of students, teachers and all concerned
quarters. It started its activity in a very modest way in a room at Bose Institute, Kolkata. However, presently, a fairly good infrastructure
has been developed to cater a broad spectrum of students, teachers and experts. Apart from the development of infrastructure, JBNSTS
during this period has also made a huge progress in its field of activity. During the last five decades, it has become a name of recognition
in the field of motivation, identification and nurturing of talented students. Few of the achievements are listed below:
The scholars of JBNSTS are continuously proving that the principle and the procedure of their selection are perfect. They are excelling
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in their field of studies and achieving honors not only for them or their families but also for JBNSTS and the country as a whole.
The Department of Science & Technology, Government of India has recognized the validity of the JBNSTS Senior Talent Search Test as
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well as the long time effort by JBNSTS to motivate the young students to study basic sciences at higher level by announcing that the
scholars selected by JBNSTS in basic sciences shall automatically receive the INSPIRE scholarship sponsored by them.
The Department of Science & Technology, Government of India has also selected JBNSTS as one of the nodal institutions to organize
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the science camps introduced by them under the INSPIRE program.
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Planning for Gifted Minds were organised by JBNSTS.
At state
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Technology had collaboration with JBNSTS for “Teachers' Training Programs” for the science teachers of the schools of backward
districts.
The main focus of JBNSTS has always been the “out of class” study. An eco-friendly area has been developed with a water body and a
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garden of medicinal plants to arouse the interest of the students. Also, an activity area of about 700 sq. ft has been built where all the
lights and fans are operated by solar energy. Besides, rain water harvesting plant, solar lamps etc. have been installed to inspire the
students to keep the environment free of pollution as well as to use non-conventional powers wherever possible.
JBNSTS has developed a laboratory for the students with the financial help from the Bose Institute. A number of demonstrations are
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being shown to students which help them to understand the theories better and also opens up the exciting world of science to them.
JBNSTS scholars are carrying out their research projects in this laboratory. Many other collaborative research projects are also been
carried out.
JBNSTS has always been able to earn the confidence and recognition of government departments (Central and State), educational
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institutions (IACS, IICB SINP, SNBNCBS, Bose Institute and many others) and industries. They have sponsored scholarships and
supported many other activities of JBNSTS since its inception. Department of Higher Education (GOWB), Dept of Health (GOWB) ,
DST (GOI), CSIR (GOI) , IACS, Bose Institute , IICB, SBI, ONGC, ABP Pvt. Ltd. are among many who have extended their cooperation in
the activities of JBNSTS.
JBNSTS library has been named as “Santanu Chatterjee Library for Scholars” where JBNSTS has initiated to digitalize the library and
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provide the facility to the scholars.
JB-Scholars Association has been formed to increase interactions among the scholars' fraternity.
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The number and amount of senior scholarships have been increased to benefit more students.
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JBNSTS
l has developed a fair infrastructure during last decade. The “JB Centre of Excellence for Student Scientists”, the office and
activity center of JBNSTS has been built at a prime location at Kolkata. It has auditorium, dormitory, library, laboratory, green canteen,
activity area and all other facilities for various types of programs.
JBNSTS has received the DSIR certificate for procuring scientific instruments with Tax exemption.
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Recently research grants have been received from DST, Government of India against project proposals submitted by JBNSTS Staff and
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a research fellow has been doing his research work under one such project at JBNSTS for Ph.D. dissertation.
JBNSTS
l is upgrading the laboratory by purchasing high end scientific instruments like STM, Polarized Light Microscope, UV-VIS
Spectrometer, Low current-voltage Source Measure Unit, High Speed Cutting Wheel, etc.

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JBNSTS Programs under different Sponsoring Agencies

1. Support from Department of Higher Education – Government of West Bengal

a) Senior Scholarship Program :
This is the core program of JBNSTS. Talented 1st year undergratuate students of Basic Science/ Medicine/ Engineering are selected through
multi-phased, rigorous tests and are awarded scholarships till the completion of their M.Sc/M.B.B.S/BE degrees. It is the oldest and the most
prestigious scholarship scheme in India. The scholarships are sponsored by different Government departments like Department of Higher
Education and Department of Health, corporate houses, research/educational institutions and individual well wishers of JBNSTS. However,
the maintenance grant is provided by the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal. Presently, the selected scholars
from basic sciences are automatically getting the INSPIRE scholarship from Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.
b) West Bengal District Scheme Program:
The main focus of this program is on the underprivileged but meritorious students of remote areas of the State. It gives a great opportunity to
the students of those areas to get an exposure to the world of science and interact with experts from different fields of science. Science
workshops are organized for such students where they get the opportunity to hear and interact with the experts of various fields of science.
2. Support from Central Government Departments
a) Talent Enrichment Program : Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India
This is a program for JB scholars to provide them exposure to modern research facilities in various fields of Science and to give them
opportunity to interact with emeinent scientists across the whole country. Under this program, the selected scholars of JBNSTS are taken to
different research/educational institutes in different parts of India for educational visit. They also visit research laboratories under CSIR
wherever possible.
b) Scholarship Program: Department of Science & Technology , Government of India
The selected scholars from basic sciences are awarded the INSPIRE Scholarship from Department of Science & Technology, Government of
India.
c) Contact Program : Department of Science & Technology , Government of India
Under this program, science workshops are organized for class XI, XII and undergraduate science students of neighboring States: Bihar,
Orissa, Jharkhand and Chhattishgarh and 8 Northeastern States. A large number of students of these States get a good exposure towards
science and research in these workshops.
d) Science Camps for top 1% students from Central and State Board : Department of Science & Technology, Government of
India
A motivational and enrichment program for Class XI Science students of West Bengal who are in top 1% in class X examination under State
Board, ICSE or CBSE. This program is being supported by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India under the INSPIRE
program. Under this scheme 5-day long, residential / nonresidential Science Camps are organized to introduce the students to the global
leaders in science and experience the joy of innovations on a regular basis.
e) Research Program: Department of Science & Technology , Government of India
A research fellow has been conducting his research work at JBNSTS for Ph.D. dissertation under a research project sponsored by SERB,
Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. High end scientific instruments have been purchased at JBNSTS laboratory
under this projects.
3. Support from other Organisations
a) British Council, Kolkata: One day seminar for JBNSTS Scholars was organized under this forum.
b) A. N. Bhaduri Memorial Foundation : One day workshop for school students was organized under this forum.

Special Features of JBNSTS

Scholarship and nurture:
a. Innovative and dynamic selection procedure.
b. The senior talent search program is the only test which selects scholars in Basic Sciences, Medicine and Engineering through one set of common
testing procedure.
c. A scholarship scheme in West Bengal which has been operational for more than 50 years. JBNSTS is the forerunner of the Talent Search
Movement in India.

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d. Sustained follow-up of scholars and beneficiaries, intensive guidance and counseling facilities.
e. Valuable enrichment programs like science project presentations and seminars for scholars are organized by JBNSTS. Scholars are
assisted by JBNSTS in procuring training/ placement for summer, winter projects in various prestigious science and technology
institutes.
f. JBNSTS scholars get opportunities to participate in special enrichment programs.
g. JBNSTS scholars get opportunities to carry out research projects at JBNSTS.
Motivation and nurture:
1) Implementing a successful and innovative non-formal middle school science teaching program amongst district level teachers.
2) Reaching out to young students in district schools to enthuse them to participate in more and more science related non-formal
activities.
3) Nurturing the talented students to become the builders of modern India.
Buiilding and infrastructure :
The “JB Center of Excellence for Student Scientists” as its main office and activity center. This building has a number of facilities like
auditorium, 80 capacity dormitory, laboratory, library, rainwater harvesting system, an eco friendly area with a lot of trees, medicinal
plants and a water body etc. Solar energy is used for campus lighting and total lighting of an activity area of about 700 sft. on the
terrace. Recently various scientific displays have been installed in the campus. A few of scientific displays and laboratory instruments
are shown below:

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1. Bust & Voice of Marie Curie, 2. Bust & Voice of Einstein, 3. Area of Circle, 4. A new Crescograph designed by our scholars Parichita Chakraborty and
Kaustav Mitra, 5.Displays on Illusion, 6. Model on value of Pi, 7. Model on Pythagoras Theorem, 8. Model of Sir C. V. Raman and Sir J. C. Bose on the same
metallic globe, 9. A mysterious formula of Pi discovered by Ramanujan, 10.High-end Microscope, 11. Table top STM, 12. UV-VIS Spectrometer.

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Report on Activities
(From December 2013 to November 2014)
The Senior Scholarship Program
JBNSTS has been conducting the time honoured and prestigious Senior Scholarship Program
in West Bengal to identify, nurture and motivate the talented students of science towards the
pursuit of excellence since it was established (1958). This has been a unique scheme from its
inception which envisages a set of pedagogic goals for its awardees which encourage and
support the pursuit of excellence. This program has been financially supported by the
Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal.
In its endeavor, JBNSTS identifies young talented students of science from 1st year Basic
Sciences/ Engineering / Medical Sciences. JBNSTS provides an ideal platform for the talented
students to achieve their scientific goals and to flourish their innovative mind. This scheme
covers the following programs: Senior Talent Search Test for identification of talented science
students and its awareness, Orientation for introducing the selected students from diverse
fields of science, Seminars to bring them in contact with creative persons in various fields and
Talent Enrichment Program (TEP) to make them aware of the modern trend in research and
give them opportunity to interact with eminent scientists, preparation and presentation of
scientific projects to build up the research aptitude and ability to work in a group. TEP
program is financially supported by Council for Scientific and Industrial Research,
Government of India. The details of these programs for the last one year are given below:
07/12 – 08/12/13: Scientific Creativity Test (3rd and final Phase): For short listed (69)
undergraduate science students of West Bengal for the award of Senior JBNSTS Scholarship
held at JB - Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
15/12/13: The final project presentation program for JBNSTS Scholars of batch
2012: 38 students participated in this program. 19 projects were submitted and presented
and the following six projects were selected for “UCO Bank Medha Samman Award”.
1. Looking into the earth’s magnetic field prepared by Saptarshi Dasgupta,
Maulana Azad College, Kolkata and Puja Roy, Presidency University, Kolkata.
2. Mathematical modeling of evolution prepared by Soham Dan, Rajorshi Paul and
Somdut Roy, IIT, Kharagpur.
3. Isolation and characterization of Lignin degrading microbes from coir
prepared by Upasana Sen, Kazi Atikur Rahman, Adrika Raybarman, St. Xavier’s College,
Kolkata.
4. Bluetooth based Data Acquisition System (DAS) prepared by Agnivo Saha,
Sarnab Bhattacharya & Subhojit Dutta, IIT, Kharagpur.
5. Dyck paths of bounded height prepared by Biswajit Paria, Kumar Krishna Agarwal
and Soumyabrata Pal, IIT, Kharagpur.
6. Characteristic features of 77K phosphorescence spectra of Naphthalene in
n-alkane Shpolskii matrix and Glassy matrix containing toluene prepared by
Sohini Mukherjee and Mrittika Roy, Presidency University, Kolkata.
Judges for project evaluation:
1. Dr. Amit. K. Chakraborty, Assistant Professor and H.O.D, Department of Physics, NIT,
Durgapur.
2. Dr. Amitava Gupta, Department of Power Engineering, Jadavpur University, Salt Lake
campus, Kolkata.
3. Dr. Anirban Ganguly, R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata.
4. Dr. Ashesh Nandy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Education, Kolkata.
5. Dr. Arnab Chakraborty, Assistant Professor, Applied Statistics Unit, ISI, Kolkata.
6. Dr. Riddhi Majumder, Department of Biotechnology, St. Xaviers’ College, Kolkata.
7. Dr. Sanjib Ghosh, Emeritus Scientist, CSIR (Govt. of India), Department of Chemistry,
Presidency University, Kolkata.

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23/12/13: Annual Award Ceremony: Held at JB-Centre of Excellence.

Scientific Session : Lecture delivered by Dr. S C Basak, Natural Resource Research Institute,
University of Minnesota, Duluth, USA and Dr. Siddhartha Sen, School of Mathematical
Sciences, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland.
Dr. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS delivered the Welcome Address.
Dr. Roderich Moessner, Director of the Condensed Matter Theory Division, Max Planck
Institute for the Physics of Complex Systems, Dresden, Germany delivered Key Note address
of the Annual Award Ceremony .
Dr. Siddhartha Sen addressed the audience.
Dr. Roderich Moessner gave away the Certificates of Merit to JBNSTS Senior Scholars of batch
2013 and handed over the Rotating Shield of Best School Award for the year 2013 to the
teachers and students of South Point High School, Kolkata.
Project award conferred to the JBNSTS Scholars of batch 2012 by Dr. Siddhartha Sen.
Dr. Paromita Roy ended the program with Vote of Thanks.
Awareness Program for STST 2014 : At the following institutions for undergraduate
science students :
11/07/14 - Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
11/08/14 - Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur, Kolkata
23/08/14 - ABN Seal College, Coochbehar
25/08/14 - Burdwan Raj College, Burdwan
27/08/14 - Presidency University, Kolkata
29/08/14 - Visva Bharati University, Shantiniketan, Birbhum
21/09/14: 55th Senior Talent Search Test : 905 undergraduate science students applied
for STST examination and 788 students appeared for the test from West Bengal at the
following 17 examination centres:
(1) Presidency University, Kolkata, (2) Ramakrishna Mission Residential College,
Narendrapur, South 24Parganas, (3) Barrackpore Rastraguru Surendranath College,
Barrackpore, North 24Parganas, (4) Jadavpur University, Kolkata, (5) Indian Statistical
Institute, Kolkata, (6) Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, (7) Adamas Institute of
Technology, Barasat, North 24Parganas, (8) Krishnanagar Govt. College, Krishnanagar,
Nadia, (9) National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, Burdwan, (10) Krishnath College,
Behrampur, Murshidabad, (11) J K College, Purulia, (12) Visva Bharati, Shantiniketan,
Birbhum, (13) Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira, Belur Math, Howrah, (14) ABN Seal
College, Coochbehar, (15) Brudwan Raj College, Burdwan, (16) Bankura Sammilani College,
Bankura, (17) Siliguri College, Siliguri.
25/10/14: A Seminar entitled “Those who make us proud” for JBNSTS Senior
Scholars (27) of batch 2013 held at JB-Centre of Excellence.
Interaction with JB-Scholars by the following eminent personalities:
(1) Smt. Bani Basu, Writer
(2) Shri Shoojit Sircar, Film Director
(3) Dr. Sudeshna Basu, Classical Singer
(4) Dr. Bikramjit Basu, Bhatnagar Fellow
26/10/14: Preliminary Project Presentation and Discussion: 28 JBNSTS scholars of
batch 2013 participated in this program. Total 14 scientific projects were submitted by the
scholars and 11 projects were presented..
Experts : (1) Dr. Bhupendra Nath Dev, Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science,
Kolkata, (2) Dr. Anirban Ganguly, R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata. (3) Dr.
Bikramjit Basu, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
16/11 - 16/11/14: Final Interview (2nd Phase): For short listed (240) students of West
Bengal to be held at JB - Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.

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The 1st International Conference on Research in Education and Curriculum Planning for Gifted
Minds and subsequent research in gifted education

The idea of holding an international

conference on research in education and
curriculum planning for gifted minds,
followed by a long term plan for setting up of
a research centre, were mooted by Dr.
Purnendu Chatterjee, Chairman, JBNSTS. It
was a natural follow up of JBNSTS's working
with talented students in science for more
than five decades.

This was taken up enthusiastically by JBNSTS

team, headed by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony.
Director, JBNSTS. A Conference Committee
was formed with Dr. P. Chatterjee as the
Chairman and Dr. P. Nandy as the Convener.
Dr. Paromita Roy, Deputy Director, JBNSTS was entrusted with the responsibility of the project details. Dr. Chatterjee requested Mr.
Aniruddha Lahiri, President of The Chatterjee Group, to assist in the planning and conduct of the event. Dr. Roy and Mr. Lahiri were
inducted into the Committee as Joint Conveners.

The 1st International Conference on Research in Education and Curriculum Planning for Gifted Minds, was held on February 4-6, 2014 at
the India International Center, New Delhi and from February 10-11, 2014 at the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Kolkata. The
events were of immense importance and prominence which has propelled JBNSTS into being a part of global initiatives in the area of
gifted science education.

On 4th February, 2014, the conference at New Delhi was inaugurated by Dr. P. Chatterjee. Dr. P. Nandy elaborated the aims and objectives
of JBNSTS to the participants and expressed hope that the outcome of the conference shall benefit JBNSTS.in many ways. The JB Research
Center for Gifted Education in Science was launched with Dr. Krishna Maitra, an eminent researcher in the field as its research director. The
opening lecture was given by Dr Sumantra Chatterjee, NCBS, Bengaluru and the guest of honour was Dr Sam Pitroda, Chairman, National
Innovation Council, Government of India. He addressed the gathering from Paris through teleconferencing. It was followed by vote of
thanks by Mr. Lahiri. The Valedictory lecture was delivered by Dr Samir Brahmachari, Former DG, CSIR. Dr P. Roy, proposed the vote of
thanks.

The conference at both the venues put together saw nearly 80 presentations and 4 workshops. There were approximately 240
participants in Delhi and 170 participants in Kolkata, which constituted researchers, teachers, scholars in the field of education,
psychology and science. Participation was also seen from MHRD, DST, NCERT, National Innovation Council and various NGO's working in
the area of talent identification and nurture. All sessions at the Kolkata chapter were chaired by the JBNSTS scholars. The discussions and
topics covered important domains of

Identification & Nurture, Talent development , Psychology of the gifted, Curriculum Planning, Teacher Education & Professional
Development, Provisions for the gifted, STEM nurture, Indian Models of Talent Development, Policy and Advocacy Issues.
The International conference received several corporate sponsorships and institutional grants through generous funding from The
Chatterjee Group, CIL, HUL, IOL and others. Institutes like HRI, Allahabad, Calcutta University, IACS, Kolkata, Jnana Prabodhini Institute of
Psychology, Pune, Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata , Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Institute of Asian Studies, Kolkata, National Board of
Higher Mathematics, Mumbai also funded the academic sessions. An attractive and informative Book of Abstracts was published in two
parts and these, along with all conference related stationery was sponsored by Ajanta Offset & Packaging Limited, Faridabad. Conference
folders were sponsored by Shrachi, Kolkata. The conference website (www.jbnstsconference.org) was designed with the help of Skytech
Solutions and CIM Global.

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Conference Presentations:
04/02/ - 06/02/14 : “1st International Conference on Research in Education and Curriculum
Planning for Gifted Minds” held at India International Centre, Max Muller Marg,
New Delhi.
Keynotes:
1) “What are the psychosocial skills needed for young people to enhance their
abilities into competencies, their competencies into expertise, and
beyond?”- Dr. Rena F Subotnik, American Psychological Association, Washington D C,
USA.
2) “What works in curriculum for gifted learners : 25 years of research and
development” by Prof. Joyce Van Baska, College of William and Mary, Virginia, USA
3) “What the World does for the Gifted and Talented” – Prof. Joan Freeman,
Middlesex University, London, UK
Plenary Talks:
1) “Three Theoretical Orientations of Nurturing Creativity in Gifted &
Talented Students and Related Curricular & Pedagogical Strategies”– Prof.
David Dai Yun, State University of New York at Albany, New York, USA
2) “Building a Talent Support Network: The European Experiment” - Dr. Csilla
Fuszek, European Talent Centre, Budapest, Hungary.
3) “The Future of Learning” – Prof. Sugata Mitra, University of Newcastle, UK.
4) “Gifted Adolescents' Perceptions of Teacher Effectiveness” – Dr. Laurie Croft,
The Belin & Blank Centre, Lowa, USA (presented by Dr Devasena Desai)
General Presentations:
1) “Identification and Nurturing of Scientific Talent at the Pre-University
Level” – Dr. Vijay Singh, Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai, India.
2) “Role of self-effort, mentoring and theoretical/academic study in
motivation-building of intellectually gifted individuals” – Dr. Girish
Sreekrishna Bapat, Jnana Prabodhini's Institute of Psychology (JPIP), Pune, India.
3) “JBNSTS : India's first Science Talent Search & Nurture Initiative” – Prof.
Papiya Nandy and Dr. Paromita Roy, JBNSTS, Kolkata
4) Personalization – using IT to empower the student” – Prof. Angela Mcfarlane,
University of Bristol, UK and Dr. Adam Boddision, IGGY, University of Warwick, UK.
Parallel Presentations:
1) “Recent STEM Developments in UK”– Prof. Bryan Berry, Heathrow Aviation
University College, London, UK
2) “Evaluation of Math and Science Summer Enrichment Programs in Saudi
Arabia” – Prof. Abdullah Aljughaiman, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia.
3) “Emerging Trends in Japan in Education for the Gifted in Science and
Technology” – Prof. Manabu Sumida, Ehime University, Japan.
4) “Learning Scientific Concepts through Social Media” – Prof. Adam Boddison,
IGGI, University of Warwick, UK.
5) “Can education be a fundamental right : Dichotomy of equality and
excellence in Indian contest?” – Dr. Jyoti Sharma, Delhi University, Delhi, India.

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6) “Nurturing Gifted Students : Issues in Policy Making” – Dr. Shlomit Rachmel,

Ministry of Education, Israel.
7) “Giftedness Nurture in Korea: Implications for Asia-Pacific Region” – Prof.
Kyungobin Park, Gachon University, South Korea.
8) “Identifying giftedness across the country: a challenge” – Prof. Sujala Watve,
Jnana Prabodhini Institute of Psychology, Pune, India.
9) “Duke TIP and educational Initiatives : Identifying & Serving Academically
Talented Students in India” - Dr. Mara Shurgot, USA and Dr. Sridhar Rajagopal,
India
10) “Creative, Inventive and Productive Excelment Model of Gifted education”
– Dr. M.Srinivasan, GEAR International School, Bangalore, India.
11) “National Program on Identifying and Mentoring Gifted Children in India :
Challenges & Opportunities” – Prof. Anita Kurup and Prof. Amita Basu, NIAS, India
12) “Tribal Mensa Nurturing Program based on Panchakosha” – Dr. Devasena
Desai, Chennai Counselor's Forum, Pune, India.
13) “Recognizing Social Giftedness : From Theory to Practice” – Dr. Yukti Sharma,
Delhi University, Delhi, India
14) “Training parents to identify and nurture Giftedness in Early Childhood” –
Dr. Uma Bapat, JPIP, Pune. India
15) “Teaching Gifted Children in India: A Practitioner's Perspectives” – Dr. Balaji
Srinivasan, Inventure Academy, India.
16) “Authentic Learning for the Digital Generation” – Prof. Angela Mcfarlane,
Bristol, UK.
17) “Gender Boundaries for Gifted in Science” – Dr. Vandana Saxena, University of
Delhi, Delhi, India.
18) “Equity, excellence & economy in a system for identifying students for
gifted education programs” – Prof. Marcia Delcourt, University of Connecticut,
USA.
19) “Attracting girls to science“– Prof. Sumathi Rao, Harishchandra Research Institute,
India.
20) “Motivation, Achievement and Self Portrayal of High School Science
Students” – Prof. Amita Chatterjee & Dr. Paromita Roy, Kolkata, India.
21) “Analysis of school climate : Cognitive Development of the gifted” – Dr.
Sucharita Gadre, JPIP Pune, India.
22) “Gifted students in a regular social science classroom : Peeping inside an
Indian Classroom” – Dr. Ruchi Anand, Delhi University, Delhi, India
23) “Success and Hurdles in introducing inclusive gifted programs in Kaveri
group of institute” – Dr. Malati Kalmadi, Dr. Kannada Sengha, Pune, India
24) “Giftedness Among Differently Abled” – Dr. Archana Kumari, India.
25) Exploring notions of Ability in Giftedness through the lens of socio-cultural
diversity” – Dr. Priyanka Varshney, Delhi University, Delhi. India
26) “Enrichment and Acceleration of gifted students” – Dr. Anubhuti Sharma, Delhi
University, India.

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27) “Validity Study of Material Ability Test to identify rural gifted students” –
Dr. Pooja Dharane, JPIP, Pune, India.
28) “Teaching the gifted” – Dr. Anuradhas Ranjan, Panjub University, Panjab, India.
29) “SITA: Wildflower in Tribal Niche” – Dr. Anuja Date, Mensa India, Pune Chapter,
India
30) “Personality Profile and Leadership Behavior of Gifted Students from Rural
and Tribal Schools” – Dr. Sameena Manaswala, Mensa India, Pune Chapter, India
31) “Nurturing little c creativity of Visually Challenged Learners in Science
Classroom: Exploring Giftedness in Action” – Dr. Subhash Chander, Delhi
University, Delhi, India
32) “Nurturing the potential for advanced development: A case for Reversing
the under achieving behavior” – Dr. Rekha Sapra, Bharati College, Delhi, India
Parallel Workshops:
1) “Talent Development : Stages and Distinct Issues for Each Stage” – Prof.
David Dai Yun & Prof. Rena F. Subotnik, University of New York, Albany & American
Psychological Association, Washington DC, USA.
2) “Strengths Based Instruction : An instructional strategy form developing
confidence and self-esteem of gifted children with dual exceptionality” –
Prof. Sumita Chakraborti Ghosh, Tennessee State University, USA.
3) “Parent-Teacher-Student Forum” - Moderators: Dr. Vandana Saxena, Dr. Paromita
Roy, Dr. Marcia Delcourt, Kyungbin Park, Manabu Sumida Closing comments by Dr.
Bryan Berry, Dr. Shlomit Rachmel, Dr. M Srinivasan, Dr. Sumita Chakraborti Ghosh
Conference Presentations
10/02/ - 11/02/14 : 1st International Workshop on Research in Education and Curriculum
Planning for Gifted Minds in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)”
held at The Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Kolkata.
The Kolkata chapter of the conference had the Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal Shri M K
Narayanan inaugurate the event and Dr Rabiranjan Chattopadhyay, Minister, Science &
Technology Council of West Bengal as chief guest. The welcome address was given by Dr. P.
Chatterjee and vote of thanks proposed by Mr A Lahiri. The valedictory lecture was delivered
by Dr Parvin Sinclair, Director, NCERT, New Delhi and Dr P Roy proposed the vote of thanks.
Keynotes:
1) “Early College Entrance Programs in STEM areas: Comparing Practices
across Countries” – Prof. David Dai Yun, Associate Professor, Educational Psychology
and Methodology, State University of New York, Albany USA
2) “The Confusion between Morality and Giftedness” – Prof. Joan Freeman,
Middlesex University, London, UK, Founder President, European Council for High Ability
(ECHA)
3) “What are the Psycho-Social Skills Needed for Young People to Enhance
their Abilities into Competencies, their Competencies into Expertise and
Beyond?” – Dr. Rena Subotnik, Director, Centre for Gifted Education and Policy,
American Psychological Association, Washington DC, USA

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Plenary Talks:
1) Gifted Education in Practice” – Dr. Csilla Fuszek, Director, European Talent Centre,
Budapest, Hungary
2) “Strengths Based Instruction (SBI): An Instructional Model for developing
confidence and self-esteem of gifted and talented children with Dual
Exceptionalities” – Prof. Sumita Chakraborty Ghosh, Professor and Coordinator,
Gifted Endorsement, College of Education, Tennessee State University, USA
Parallel Workshops
1) “Special STEM Programs and its Results for Elementary School Students in
Hungary”- Dr. Csilla Fuszek, Director, European Talent Centre, Budapest, Hungary
2) “Strengths Based Instruction (SBI): An Instructional Model for Developing
Confidence and Self-esteem of Gifted and Talented Children with Dual
Exceptionalities” – Prof. Sumita Chakraborty Ghosh, Professor and Coordinator,
Gifted Endorsement, College of Education, Tennessee State University, USA
Presentations
1) “Classroom and Curricula: Creative Education: A New Paradigm in
Curriculum” - Prof. Rita Sinha Dasgupta, Dept of Education, Calcutta University
2) “Nurturing Mathematical Creativity in the Classroom” – Mr. Siddhartha Sankar
Chattopadhyay, Bidhannagar Govt. High School, Kolkata
Parallel Presentations :
THEME : Efforts and Initiatives for Gifted Students
1) “Curriculum Planning for Gifted Students: Some Issues and Concerns” – Dr.
Mita Howladar, Calcutta Girls' BT College, Kolkata Talented Students in Non-formal
Science Curriculum: Some Case Studies – Mr. Dipankar Sarkar, Jagadis Bose National
Science Talent Search, Kolkata
2) “Enrichment and Acceleration for Gifted Science Students at Secondary
Level: Issues, Prospects and Challenges to Teacher and Teacher Education”
– Ms. Srutirupa Panda, PhD Research Scholar, North Orissa University, Baripada, Odisha
3) “Lifelong Learning Policy for Gifted Mind” - Sk Aktar Ali, Maulana Abul Kalam
Azad Institute of Asian Studies, Kolkata
THEME: Talent and Creativity in STEM
1) “Construction and Standardisation of a Test on Creativity in Physics” – Mr.
Malay Kumar Sen, Dept of Education, University of Calcutta and Mr. Rajib
Mukhopadhyay, Dept of Education, St Xavier's College, Kolkata
2) “Pedagogy of Recognizing and Educating the Gifted” – Dr. Birendra Nath Das,
Guest Faculty, Presidency University, Kolkata
3) Role of Discovery Teaching and Learning in Identifying and Nurturing the
Gifted and Talented in Science and “Mathematics” – Dr. Partha Pratim Roy,
Centre for Physics Education Research, Kolkata
4) “Mathematically Gifted Children: Reorienting Teaching Strategies to
Involve and Nurture them during Regular Class”– Mr. Sabyasachi Mitra,
Calcutta International School
5) “JBNSTS its objectives and activities” by Dr. Smarajit Manna and Dr. Abhijit Kar,
JBNSTS, Kolkata

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Parallel Interactive Sessions

1) Talent in the Making: How to Grow your Resources and Cope with
Challenges – Prof. David Dai Yun, Associate Professor, Educational Psychology and
Methodology, State University of New York, Albany USA
2) Identification and Proper Assessment for Gifted / Talented Students in
STEM – Dr. Madhabi Majumdar, Adjunct Professor, Texas Southern University, Houston,
Texas, USA
3) Role of Mathematics in the Identification and Recognition of Gifted Child –
Dr. Deepika Bhattacharya, Dept of Mathematics, Tinsukia College and Dr. Abhijeet
Mukherjee, Dept of Mathematics, Women's College, Tinsukia, Assam

Post conference initiatives:

28/04/14 - 29/04/14 : “A Pedagogical Workshop for Math and Physics Teachers”
held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata. Inaugural lectures by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony.
Director, JBNSTS and Prof. Krishna Maitra, Director JB-Centre for Gifted Minds, Kolkata (Total
participants-42)
Speakers : Dr. Jyoti Sharma, Dr. Subhash Chander and Dr. Vandana Saxena, University of
Delhi, Delhi

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The West Bengal District Scheme Program (WBDS)

31/05 – 01/06/14: JBNSTS – WBDS Teachers’ Interactive Workshop supported by

Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal : For middle School Teachers
(52) held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome Address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata.
Speakers & Lectures :
(1) Interactive session on Pedagogy by Dr. Paromita Roy, JBNSTS, Kolkata
(2) Interactive session by Dr. B N Das, Science Communicators Forum, Kolkata
(3) Interactive session by Shri Samar Bagchi, Science Communicators Forum, Kolkata
(4) Interactive session by Dr. Mrinal Mukherjee, Batanagar High School, Kolkata
(5) Interactive session by Shri Arup Sengupta, Garfa, DNM High School, Kolkata
(6) Interactive session by Shri Siddhartha Shankar Chattopadhyay, Bidhannagar Govt. High
School, Kolkata
(7) Interactive session by Shri Subir Bhattacharya, Dum Dum Kishore Bharati School, Kolkata
(8) Interactive session by Dr. Partha Pratim Roy, Centre for Physics Education Research, Kolkata
(9) Interactive session by Dr. Subir Nag, St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
(10) Interactive session by Shri Sabyasachi Mitra, Calcutta International School, Kolkata
08/08 – 09/08/14: JBNSTS – WBDS Physical Science Teacher’s Training Workshop
supported by Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal : Held at Raja
Bijay Singh Vidyamandir, Jiaganj, Murshidabad.
The Program was inaugurated by Shri. Shyamal Saha, Headmaster, Raja Bijay Singh
Vidyamandir, Murshidabad.
Hands-on activity session jointly conducted by (1) Dr. Amit Kumar Jana, Taxxila, Kolkata and
(2) Smt. Arati Mukhopadhyay, Howrah Jogesh Chandra Girls’ School, Howrah.
15/09 - 18/09/14: WBDS Interactive Science Workshop: For middle School Students
(110) to be held at Supapusuri High School, Supapusuri, Midnapore.
Speakers :
(1) Interactive session on Life Science by Shri Arup Sengupta, Garfa, DNM High School, Kolkata
(2) Dr. Mrinal Mukherjee, Batanagar High School, Kolkata
(3) Interactive session on Mathematics by Shri Siddhartha Shankar Chattopadhyay,
Bidhannagar Govt. High School, Kolkata
(4) Shri Subir Bhattacharjee, Dum Dum Kishore Bharati School, Kolkata
(5) Interactive session on Physical Science by Shri Pintu Sinha, Katwa Kasiram Das
Institution, Burdwan
21/10/14: JBNSTS – WBDS Teachers’ Interactive Science Workshop supported by
Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal : For middle School Teachers
(23) from 5 selected schools (Barrackpore Government School, North 24Parganas, Contai
Hindu Girls’ School, Contai, East Mindnapore, Supapusuri High School, West Midnapore,
Howrah Jogesh Chandra Girls’ High School, Howrah and Jiaganj Raja Bijoy Singh
Vidyamandir, Murshidabad), held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome Address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata.
Speakers : (1) Dr. Mrinal Mukherjee, Batanagar High School, Kolkata and (2) Dr. Paromita Roy,
JBNSTS, Kolkata
28/10/14: Visit to Contai Hindu Girls’ School, East Midnapur to interact with students and
teachers. A counselling session for Class XI and XII students, conducted by Dr. Paromita Roy,
JBNSTS, Kolkata.

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The Science Camps

07/01 – 11/01/14 : DST - Inspire Internship Science Camp in association with

JBNSTS entitled “!Ó K ˛
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K ˛ì ˛y
” for Class XI science students (96) of Kolkata and
South 24 Parganas. Held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata
Speakers & Lectures :
(1) Interactive Session by Prof. Abhijit Chakrabarti, Vice Chancellor, Jadavpur University, Kolkata
(2) Motivational Lecture by Prof. Milan K Sanyal, Director, Saha Institute of Nuclear
Physics, Kolkata
(3) “Creativity & Innovation – Learning from Nature” by Dr. Anjan Ghosh, Vice
President, Total Quality Management, Exide Industries Ltd. Kolkata
(4) “Recent Concepts in Astronomy and Astrophysics” by Prof. Basudeb
Bhattacharya, Sky Watchers’ Association, Kolkata
(5) “How to choose your career?” by Dr. Subhrangsu Aditya, School of Bio-Science &
Engineering and School of Cognitive Science, Jadavpur University, Kolkata
(6) Demonstration of Science Experiments by Shri Samar Baagchi, President, Kishore
Bharati Development Society, Kolkata
(7) Interactive Lecture by Ms. Anuradha Mitra, IDAS, Jt. Secretary and Financial Adviser,
Department of Science & Technology, Government of India
(8) “Interdisciplinary Nature of Today’s Science” Prof. Soumen Basak, Chemical
Science Division, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata
(9) “Importance of Genome Project in Medical Science and Agriculture” by Prof.
Partha Deb Ghosh, Department of Botany, Kalyani University, Nadia
(10) “Earth Science – An Introduction” by Dr. Gopal Chakrabarti, Jt. DPI (S&S),
Education Directorate, Government of West Bengal, Kolkata
(11) “Sensing beyond Senses – The Frontiers of Modern Science by Prof. Amitava
Gupta, Department of Power Engineering, Jadavpur University, Kolkata
(12) “An Appreciation of Science Through Activities in Chemistry” by Dr. Arindam
Rana, Department of Chemistry, City College, Kolkata
(13) Demonstrative Lecture by Prof. Kalyan Kumar Mukherjee, Formerly of Department
of Botany, Bose Institute, Kolkata
(14) Interactive Lecture by Dr. Kallol Paul, Department of Mathematics, Jadavpur
University, Kolkata
(15) Parents Counseling by Dr. Paromita Roy, Deputy Director, Jagadis Bose National
Science Talent Search, Kolkata
22/04 – 26/04/14 : DST - Inspire Internship Science Camp in association with
JBNSTS entitled “!Ó K˛y
ò Á x y
õ Ó˚y
” for Class XI science students (70) of Kolkata, Nadia and
North 24 Parganas. Held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata
Speakers & Lectures :
(1) “Recent Concepts in Astronomy and Astrophysics” by Dr. D. P. Duari, M P Birla
Institute of Fundamental Research, M P Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
(2) “How to choose your career?” by Dr. Subhrangshu Aditya, Jadavpur University,
Kolkata
(3) “Hands on activity at JBNSTS Laboratory: To explore the science behind
different soldering techniques through microscopy and sophisticated
electric measurements” by Dr. Smarajit Manna and Dr. Abhijit Kar, JBNSTS, Kolkata

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(4) “Plant Life Processes – A Demonstrative Lecture” by Prof. Kalyan Kumar

Mukherjee, and Dr. Gourab Gangopadhyay, Bose Institute, Kolkata
(5) “Cellular Division and Cell Cycle” by Prof. Partha Deb Ghosh, Kalyani University,
Kalyani, Nadia
(6) “Creativity Learning from Nature” by Dr. Anjan Ghosh, Exide Industries Ltd.
Kolkata
(7) “Voyage Through Space and Time : View of Chemical Dynamics at Small
Scales” by Prof. Biman Bagchi, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
(8) “Chemistry Revealed Through Experiments” by Dr. Arindam Rana, City College,
Kolkata
(9) “History of Calculus” and “ZERO - The Eternal Enigma” by Dr. Parthasarathi
Mukhopadhyay, RK Mission Residential College, Narendrapur, Kolkata
(10) “Demonstration of Science Experiments” by Shri Samar Bagchi, Kishore Bharati
Development Society, Kolkata
(11) “Renewable Energy for Sustainable Future” by Dr. Mrinal Pal, CSIR – CMERI,
Durgapur, Burdwan
(12) “Parents Counseling” by Dr. Paromita Roy, JBNSTS, Kolkata
22/07 – 26/07/14 : DST - Inspire Internship Science Camp in association with
JBNSTS entitled “Learning Science” for Class XI science students (112) of Kolkata and
Howrah. Held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome address by Dr. Paromita Roy, Deputy Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata
Speakers & Lectures :
(1) “The strange story of the God Particle” by Dr. Soumitra Sengupta, Indian
Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata
(2) Hands on activity at JBNSTS Laboratory by Dr. Abhijit Kar and Dr. Smarajit Manna,
JBNSTS
(3) “Genetic diseases and gene therapy” by Dr. Partha Deb Ghosh, Kalyani
University, Kalyani, Nadia
(4) “Electronic configuration and valency” by Dr. Samita Basu, Saha Institute of
Nuclear Physics, Kolkata
(5) “The Dark Universe” by Prof. Partha Ghose, National Academy of Sciences, Bose
Institute, Kolkata
(6) “Exploration Antarctica : Adventure and Science” by Dr. Bimalendu Bhusan
Bhattacharya, SN Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata.
(7) “Prime Number – A gateway to Cryptography” by Dr. Parthasarathi
Mukhopadhyay, Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur, Kolkata.
(8) “Excitement in Chemistry” by Dr. Chaitali Mukhopadhyay, University of Calcutta ,
Kolkata
(9) “How to choose your career?” by Dr. Subhrangshu Aditya, Jadavpur University,
Kolkata
(10) “Hidden patterns in nature” & “Playing with FRACTALS” by Dr. Sujata Tarafdar,
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
(11) “Recent concepts in Astronomy and Astrophysics” by Dr. Debiprasad Duari, MP
Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
(12) “Excitements of Nanoscience” by Dr. Dhrubajyoti Chattopadhyay, University
College of Science, Kolkata
(13) Interactive session with the Parents of participating students by Dr. Paromita
Roy, Deputy Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata

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(14) Project presentation session for participating students : Judges were : Dr.
Anjan Ghosh, Exide Industries Limited, Kolkata Dr. Smarajit Manna and Dr. Abhijit Kar,
JBNSTS, Kolkata
02/09 – 06/09/14 : DST - Inspire Internship Science Camp in association with
JBNSTS entitled “!Ó K˛y
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Howrah, Hooghly and North 24Parganas. Held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Welcome address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS, Kolkata
Speakers & Lectures :
(1) “Motivational Lecture” by Shri Kamal Dasgupta, Central Glass & Ceramic Research
Institute, Kolkata
(2) “Research Aptitude Development through Innovative Science Project
Activities” by Dr. Abhijit Kar, Dr. Smarajit Manna and Ms. Sucharita Kundu, JBNSTS,
Kolkata
(3) “Prime Number – A Gateway to Cryptography” by Dr. Parthasarathi
Mukhopadhyay, RKM Residential College, Narendrapur, Kolkata
(4) “Hands on Activity at Innovation Hub”, BITM, Kolkata
(5) “Hands on Activity on Mathematics”, BITM Team, Kolkata
(6) “Unveiling space-time mysteries – an unending quest” by Dr. Soumitra
Sen Gupta, Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata
(7) “Cancer: An ancient disease and modern approach of treatment” by Prof.
Manju Ray, Emeritus Professor, Bose Institute, Kolkata
(8) “Recent concepts in Astronomy and Astrophysics” by Dr. Debiprasad Duari,
M.P. Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
(9) “How to choose your career?” by Dr. Subhrangshu Aditya, School of Bio-Science &
Engineering and School of Cognitive Science, Jadavpur University, Kolkata
(10) “Excitements of Nanoscience” by Dr. Dhrubajyoti Chattopadhyay, University
College of Science, Kolkata
(11) “Motivational Lecture” by Prof. Sibaji Raha, Director, Bose Institute, Kolkata
(12) Interactive session with the parents of participating students (parallel) by
Dr. Paromita Roy, JBNSTS, Kolkata
(13) Project presentation session for participating students: Judges were - Dr.
Anjan Ghosh, Exide Industries Limited, Kolkata, Dr. Smarajit Manna and Dr. Abhijit Kar,
JBNSTS, Kolkata.

Contact Programs
18/02 – 20/02/14 : A 3-day National Workshop on “Frontier Areas of Research &
Applications In Science and Technology (FARAST)” for undergraduate science students (59)
from different Colleges of Guwahati organized by Jagadis Bose National Science Talent
Search (JBNSTS), in association with B. Borooah College, Guwahati held at B. Borooah
College, Guwahati, under the sponsorship of DST., Govt. of India.
The inaugural session started with the Welcome Address by Prof. Tabu Ram Taid, Formerly of
Cotton College, Guwahati. Then Prof. S N Barman, Principal, B Borooah College, Guwahati;
Dr. K D Krori, Former Principal, Cotton College, Guwahati and Dr. Haresh Chowdhary Dutta,
Director-in-Charge, Assam Science Tech & Environment Council addressed the audience.
Speakers & Lectures:
(1) “Nanotechnology for Future Technology” by Prof. Arun Chattopadhyay, Indian
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(2) “Science, Scientists and Ethics” by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Jagadis Bose National
Science Talent Search, Kolkata
(3) “Organic Chemistry and drug design” by Dr. Diganta C Choudhury, B Borooah
College, Guwahati
(4) “Bioinformatics approach to DNA studies and some selected applications”
by Dr. Ashesh Nandy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Education, Kolkata
(5) “Mathematics-interactive session” by Prof. Bhaben Chandra Kalita, Gauhati
University, Guwahati
(6) “Sensor : An Integral Part of Modern Instrumentation” by Dr. Utpal Sarma,
Gauhati University, Guwahati
(7) “Looking at the structures using electromagnetic waves” by Dr. Abhijit Kar,
Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search, Kolkata
(8) “Cellular traffic at the synapse : a journey from behavior to function” by Dr.
Riddhi Majumder, St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
(9) “Adsorption : Technology for the Removal of Toxic Pollutants from Water”
by Dr. Bijoy S Gosawami, B. Borooah College, Guwahati
24/02 – 26/02/14 : A 3-day national workshop on “Exposure to Frontier Research in
Science and Technology” for undergraduate science students (55) of Puri organized by
Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search (JBNSTS) and sponsored by Department of
Science & Technology, Govt. of India, held at SCS Autonomous College, Puri, Orissa.
The inaugural session started with the Welcome Address by Prof. Papiya Nandy, JBNSTS,
Kolkata and Dr. R K Mohanty, Principal, SCS Autonomous College, Puri, Orissa.
Speakers & Lectures:
(1) “Science, Scientists and Ethics” by Prof. Papiya Nandy, Jagadis Bose National
Science Talent Search, Kolkata
(2) “Raman Spectroscopy and its Applications in Physical and Biological
Sciences” by Dr. Achintya Singha, Bose Institute, Kolkata
(3) “Glimpses of Plant Biotechnology” by Prof. Partha Deb Ghosh, Kalyani University,
Kalyani, Nadia
(4) “Making Use of the You Tube Videos for Propagating and Learning Physics”
by Dr. Bhupati Chakrabarti City College, Kolkata
(5) “Role of Mathematics in fundamental research and preparedness required
for frontier research” by Prof. Rajni Ballav Dash, Formerly of Ravenshaw College,
Cuttuck, Orissa
(6) “Status of Industrialization and Environment in Orissa” by Dr. Subas Chandra
Das, Formerly of SCS Autonomous College, Puri
(7) “Physicists as Detectives: An Introduction To The Mechanical Black Boxes”
by Dr. Bhupati Chakrabarti City College, Kolkata
(8) “Interesting frontier of modern Physics” by Dr. Prafulla Kumar Mishra, Formerly
of SCS Autonomous College, Puri
(9) “Bioinformatics approach to DNA studies and some selected applications”
by Dr. Ashesh Nandy, Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Education, Kolkata
(10) “Student’s Forum Presentation / Poster conducted” by Dr. Smarajit Manna,
JBNSTS, Kolkata
(11) “Miracle of Enzymes” by Dr. Hrushi Kesh Pujari, Formerly of Kurukshetra University,
Orissa

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Other Collaborative programs of JBNSTS

24/09/14: A Seminar on “ Positive Personal Impact for JBNSTS Scholars, organized by

British Council, Kolkata in association with JBNSTS held at British Council, Kolkata.
Speakers : (1) Smt. Indrani Bhattacharyya, British Council, Kolkata, (2) Dr Abhijit Kar,
JBNSTS, Kolkata, (3) Smt. Tumpa Sarkar, British Council, Kolkata.
12/11/14: One day Science Workshop in memory of Late Prof. Amarnath Bhaduri
for High school students (40) in Kolkata, jointly organized by JBNSTS and A N Bhaduri
Memorial Foundation held at JB-Centre of Excellence, Kolkata.
Speakers : (1) Dr. Pratip Palit, Formerly of Central Research Institute for Jute & Allied Fibers,
Barrackpore, North 24 Parganas, (2) Shri Samar Bagachi, Kishore Bharati Development
Society, Kolkata.

Annual Award Ceremony 2013

Annual Award Ceremony of JBNSTS for the year 2013 was held at the JB-Centre of
Excellence, 1300 Rajdanga Main Road, Kolkata 700 107 on December 23, 2013 at the
Nirupama Chatterjee Hall of Scholars in its premises. Dr. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director,
JBNSTS delivered the welcome address in this ceremony. Many senior scholars, experts,
guardians, teachers and well wishers of JBNSTS gathered to welcome the new scholars in the
JBNSTS fraternity. Dr. Roderich Moessner, Director of the Condensed Matter Theory Division,
Max Planck Institute for the Physics of Complex Systems, Dresden, Germany graced the Chair
of the Chief Guest of this Ceremony and delivered keynote address. He also gave away the
Certificates of Merit to JBNSTS Senior Scholars of batch 2013 and handed over the Rotating
Shield of Best School Award for the year 2013 to the teachers and students of South
Point High School, Kolkata. Project award for the scholars of 2012 batch were conferred by
Dr. Siddhartha Sen, School of Mathematical Sciences, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. The
ceremony was ended with vote of thanks followed by National Anthem.

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Scholars’ Corner

Dr. Soumen Chakrabarti, JBNSTS Scholar of 1987 batch and currently Professor at Department of Computer Science and Engineering,
Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, has been awarded the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize in 2014, for his contribution in
Engineering Sciences.
Dr. Bhubanjyoti Bhattacharya, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2001 and currently a post doctoral fellow at Université de Montréal, has been
selected for very prestigious IPP Theory Postdoctoral Fellowship for the year 2013-15 for his excellence in theoretical particle physics.
Shri Mayur Rastogi, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2009, received Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Award (GYTIA), 2013 and
represented India in Japan in Honda Forum, 2014.
Shri Saurabh Misra, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2009, is pursuing research work for Ph. D. dissertation at Purdue University, USA.
Shri Debarghya Sarkar, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, is currently pursuing Ph.D. at the University of Southern California, USA.
Shri Prantik saha, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, ranked 25th in the NET(CSIR), December 2013.
Shri Neelabja Chatterjee, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, Joined as a Research Scholar at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
Centre For Applicable Mathematics, Hyderabad.
Shri Soumendu Majee, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, is pursuing research work for Ph. D. dissertation at Purdue University, USA.
Shri Utsarga Adhikary, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, received the award of Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship 2014 for being amongst a few
selected students with the best summer research projects in JNCASR, Bangalore during SRFP 2014 and
ONGC Scholarship 2014 for completing first year of Masters as Department of Chemistry topper, with a CPI of 10.
Shri Somsubhro Mukherjee, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2010, has been selected for the iSURE( International Summer Under Graduate
Research Experience) by the University of Notre Dame, USA.
Smt. Koushiki Sarkar, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, got the opportunity for internship in Game Theory Lab, CSA Department, Indian
Institute of Science, Bangalore in 2013 and in GE Aviation, Bangalore. She has been selected by School of Computing, National
University of Singapore with full scholarship to attend 4th South Asian Workshop on Research Frontiers in Computer Science.
Shri Pratim Guha Niyogi, JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, secured rank 6 in all India IIT-JAM in Mathematical Statistics in the year 2014.
Shri Rahul Mallik, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, published his first paper in the proceedings of conference photonics, 2014 at IIT,
Kharagpur.
Shri Samprit Ghosh, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, has been awarded NBHM MA / MSc Scholarship for the year 2014-15.
Shri Upamanyu Moitra, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, received the University Gold Medal for securing the first position in the
undergraduate course, National Gold Medal in National Graduate Physics Examination, 2014 awarded by Indian Association of
Physics Teachers and has been selected for Pulsar Observatory for Students, 2014 organised by NCRA-TIFR and IUCAA in Ooty, India.
He secured all India rank 2 in JEST, 2014 and selected for Integrated Ph.D. programme in Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics,
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, 2014 and for Ingenieur Polytechnicien Programme, Ecole Polytechnique, France, 2014.
Shri Mahesh Parsutkar, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2011, secured rank 10 in IIT-JAM entrance examination and all India rank 34 in
CSIR-JRF NET June -2014.
Shri Ayan Chakraborty, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2012, has secured an internship in Samsung Research Institute, Bangalore.
Smt. Puja Roy, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2012, has been selected as an Undergraduate Associate at Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics,
Kolkata in 2014.
Shri Soham Basu, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2013, secured 3rd place in an electrical event organised in JU by IEEE- "Circuistic”.
Shri Sougata Hazra, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2013, has been selected to receive the O.P. Jindal Engineering and Management
Scholarship 2014(OPJEMS). He won the gold medal in open IIT postering and creative Writing competition at IIT Kharagpur.
Shri Arna Ghosh, a JBNSTS scholar of batch 2013, qualified O.P. Jindal Engineering and Management Scholarship for the year 2014-15.

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Academic Activities of JBNSTS Staff

Prof. Papiya Nandy, Hony. Director, JBNSTS:

Research publications in 2013-2014: 17 papers in peer reviewed international journals.
Co-Principal Investigator of the following on-going projects
1. Lipid Biosensor ……Bilayer Membrane : DRDO, Govt. of India 2012-2015
2. Broad Spectrum Hybrid Solar Cell…Nanoparticles : DST, Govt. of West Bengal 2011-2014
3. In silico study ….. propagation of viral infection : CSIR, Govt. of India 2012-2015
4. Nanomullite based biocers : DST, Govt. of India 2011-2014
5. Development and Characterization….Comparative Study: DST, Govt. of India 2013-2016
6. Understanding the mechanism of action of homoeopathic medicine….in vitro systems (Fund awaited from Central Council for
Research in Homeopathy, Govt. of India) as P.I.

Dr. Paromita Roy, Deputy Director, JBNSTS:

Presentations:
1. Research Colloquium presentation on "20 years of my journey with gifted young minds" at Central University of Education,
Delhi University on January 3, 2014.
2. Paper presented with Prof. Amita Chatterjee at the First International Conference on Research in Education and Curriculum
Planning for Gifted Minds, New Delhi on "Motivation, Self Concept and Self portrayal of talented high school science students :
Their voices” on February 5, 2014.
3. Presentation at Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science Annual Summer Classes on "Ability, Interest, Choice and
Creativity amongst young Adolescents" on May 10, 2014.
4. Presentation at Think CIQ International Conference, Bangalore, India “Creativity and Giftedness in Adolescents” at NIMHANS
Convention Center, Bangalore on July 12, 2014.
Research and Writing Projects:
1. Contributed a chapter in a book entitled “A Critical Assessment of Gifted Education in Asia: Problems and Prospects,” to be
published by the Chinese American Educational Research and Development Association (CAERDA).
2. Working on a chapter entitled 'Creativity and science education for the gifted: insights from psychology' “ in the book
“International Perspectives on Science Education for the Gifted: Key issues and challenges published by Routledge and edited
by Drs Manabu Sumida (of Ehime University, Japan) and Dr Keith Taber, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
3. PI in the following projects:
a. "Education and Identification of Talented Students in India", a 15 month study with support from Maulana Abul Kalam
Institute for Asian Studies, Kolkata
b. "Professional development of teachers in Gifted Education" in collaboration with Tennessee State University, Tennessee, USA.
c. International cross cultural study on Teacher Perception based in Nuremberg, Germany
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Dr. Smarajit Manna, Student Advisor, JBNSTS:

Research publications:
1. B. Paul, S. Manna, B. Bagchi, and S. Das ..“High dielectric permittivity with low dissipation factor and significant conductive
behavior shown in Mullite Cobalt Aluminate composite (MCAC) fired at 11000C” at World Science Congress International
Conference, 16-18 December, 2014(accepted).
2. B. Paul, S. Manna, B. Bagchi, A. Bhattacharya, P. Nandy and S. Das "Mullite Cobalt Aluminate composite – A material with
moderately high dielectric constant and low tangent loss at a critical concentration in high frequency range." (communicated
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Co-Principal Investigator of the projects:

1. “Development and characterization …. Comparative Study” funded by DST, Govt. of India, 2013-2016.
2. Training of motivated teachers in innovative methods of science teaching to build scientific aptitude among school students,
Fund awaited from DST, Govt. of India.
Dr. Abhijit Kar, Scientific Officer, JBNSTS:
Financial assistance for research:-
1. Cost effective synthesis of graphene and metal-incorporated graphene: their application as sensors of environmental gases-
DIT- Govt. of India, 90.6 L. as Co-Investigator.
2. Development and reliability of the use of nanostructured lead free solder and soldering technique for electronic and
microelectronics applications- DST Govt. of India, 25.3L- as Principal Investigator.
3. Training of motivated teachers in innovative methods of science teaching to build scientific aptitude among school students,
Fund awaited from DST, Govt. of India- 50.32L, as Principal Investigator
4. Simple task Great Concepts - A Module Development Program for Biological Science Teaching- Fund awaited from DST Govt. of
India- as Principal Investigator.
5. Understanding the mechanism of action of homoeopathic medicine at the molecular level in nano domains in vivo and in vitro
systems (Fund awaited from Central Council for Research in Homeopathy, Govt. of India) as Co P.I.
Other achievements:
1. Editorial Board Member of Journal of Energy and Natural Resources, Science Publishing Group Journals
2. Reviewer for the following SCI journals:-
Journal of Materials Science and Engineering-A; Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance; Journal of Alloys and
Compounds; Ceramics International; J. Material Science; Acta Metallurgica Sinica, During 2013-2014, 7 scientific papers have
been reviewed.
3. Invited speaker at National Short-Term Course on short term course Emerging Materials & Devices (EMD-2014) during
September 20-24, 2014 at NIT Durgapur.
4. Invited speaker at Positive Personal Impact- A workshop organized by British Council, Kolkata, 24 September 2014.
5. KAR, A., RAY, A.K., 2014. Synthesis of nano-spherical nickel by templating hibiscus flower petals. American Journal of
Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (NANO), 2(2), pp.17-20.
6. RASHMI DAS ,HARSHITA KAUL , DEBOSHRUTI BORAL , SAMPURNA MUKHERJEE , ARUP K MITRA , RIDDHI MAJUMDER,
ABHIJIT KAR; Anti Microbial property of silver nanoparticles synthesized by green technology; Proceedings of Frontiers of
Microbiology : Prospects and Challenges, UGC Sponsored National Seminar at RKM-Belur, 20-21 November, 2014
7. DEBASRUTI BORAL, HARSHITA KAUL, SAMPURNA MUKHERJEE, RASHMI DAS, RIDDHI MAJUMDER, ABHIJIT KAR; Effect of
green synthesyzed silver nanoparticle on both gram positive & gram negative micro-organisms; Proceedings of the First
International Conference on Emerging Materials Characterization and Application (EMCA-2014), at Kolkata, 4-6 December
2014.
8. ARNAB BANERJEE, SUKHEN DAS, ABHIJIT KAR; Reliability analysis of the lead free solder to copper joint interface; Proceedings
of the First International Conference on Emerging Materials Characterization and Application (EMCA-2014), at Kolkata, 4-6
December 2014.
9. RASHMI DAS, DEBASRUTI BORAL, SAMPURNA MUKHERJEE, HARSHITA KAUL, ARUP K MITRA, RIDDHI MAJUMDER, ABHIJIT
KAR; Effect of Silver nanoparticles synthesized by green technology on microbes (IABS-2015),(accepted) at IACS-Kolkata, 2-3
February, 2015
Sri Dipankar Sarkar, JBNSTS:
Research publications:
Achintya Mondal, Abhishek De, Dipankar Sarkar, Jayati Datta ..“Design and characterisation of multi-metallic Pt and non Pt alloyed
nano-catalysts for direct ethanol fuel cell” at International Conference on Advanced Materials and Energy Technology (ICAMET)
December 17-19, 2014 at IIEST Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal, India (accepted).

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Selected JBNSTS Scholars of batch 2014

ABHINANDA KAR St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata

ADITYA PAUL Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
ANIRBAN MUKHOPADHYAY Jadavpur University, Kolkata
ANIRUDDHA NANDY National Institute of Technology, Durgapur
ANWESH MAJUMDER Presidency University, Kolkata
ARITRA KRISHNA DE Scottish Church College, Kolkata
ARPAN MUKHERJEE Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
ARUNDHATI BANERJEE Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
AYAN GHOSH Scottish Church College, Kolkata
B. SMRITI Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology, Shibpur, Howrah
BABHRUBAHAN BOSE Presidency University, Kolkata
BISWARUP ROY Ramkrishna Mission Vidyamandira, Belurmath, Howrah
DURBADAL GHOSH Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
INDRAKSHI DUTTA St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
KETAN AGARWAL N. R. S. Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
KORUPROLU ASISH Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
KUNTAL HALDER Ramkrishna Mission Vidyamandira, Belurmath, Howrah
MD. ZAHID ANSARI Aliah University, Kolkata
MEGHNA SENGUPTA Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
NAIRIT DAS Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
NILADRI DUTTA Jadavpur University, Kolkata
RITWICK SARKAR Krishnagar Govt. College, Nadia
ROUNAK CHOUDHURY Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
SANMITRA BANERJEE Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
SAPTARASHMI BANDYOPADHYAY Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology, Shibpur, Howrah
SAUGATA PAUL Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
SAYAN GHOSH Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
SHRUTI DASGUPTA Bethune College, Kolkata
SOUMI MUKHERJEE Presidency University, Kolkata
SOUMYA ROY Presidency University, Kolkata
SOUMYADEEP BASU Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
SOUPTIK CHAKRABORTY N R S Medical College, Kolkata
SOURAV GOPE Siliguri College, Siliguri
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SOURAV NANDI Ramkrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur

SOUVIK BHATTACHARYA Gurudas College, Kolkata
SPANDAN CHOWDHURY R. G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
SUDIPTA RAKSHIT Jadavpur University, Kolkata
SUMODHUR MUKHERJEE Medical College, Kolkata
SWAPNASOPAN DATTA St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
VIVEK NIDHI Burdwan Medical College, Burdwan
WRITOBROTO NAHAROY Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

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Distribution of 784 candidates appeared in JBNSTS Senior Talent Search Test, 2013
according to the place of study in West Bengal

Sl. University / Institute No. of eligible candidates

1 Affiliated Colleges of Calcutta University 157

2 Jadavpur University, Kolkata 93

3 Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 114

4 Affiliated to West Bengal University of Technology (approved by AICTE, Govt. of W.B.) 70

5 Affiliated Colleges of Vidyasagar University 44

6 Affiliated Colleges of Burdwan University 28

7 Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur 03

8 Affiliated Colleges of North Bengal University 33

9 Affiliated Colleges of Visva-Bharati University, Birbhum 07

10 Affiliated Colleges of Kalyani University 23

11 Medical Colleges in West Bengal 13

12 Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira, Belur Math 19

13 Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur 18

14 Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata 02

15 Affiliated Colleges of Sidho Kanho Birsa University, Purulia 27

16 National Institute of Technology, Durgapur 01

Distribution of 784 candidates appeared in JBNSTS Senior Talent Search Test, 2013
according to different boards of their 10+2 Examination

Sl. Board of examination Male Female Total

1 West Bengal Council of H.S. Examination 403 144 547

2 All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) 98 34 132

3 Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE) 45 25 70

4 Board of Intermediate Education (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh) 16 09 25

5 Others : (Bihar, Maharastra, Rajastan, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh) 09 01 10

TOTAL 571 213 784

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Distribution of 195 short listed candidates, called Distribution of selected candidates of 54th JBNSTS
for the Senior Talent Search Interview 2013 Senior Talent Search Test, 2013 for award
according to the place of study in West Bengal on the basis of their previous Institutions
Sl. Name of the College/ Institution No. of Sl. Name of the Institution No. of
candidates candidates
1 Acharya Prafulla Chandra College, N-24 Pgs 01 1 Asansol Chelidanga High School (H. S.), Asansol 01

2 Ananda Chandra College, Jalpaiguri 01 2 Bankura Zilla School, Bankura 02

3 Asutosh College, Kolkata 01 3 Central Academy School, Police Line Road, Kota, Rajasthan 01
4 Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City, Jharkhand 01
4 Barasat Government College, Barasat 01
5 Delhi Public School, Ruby Park, Kolkata 01
5 Bethune College, Kolkata 08
6 Haryana Vidya Mandir, Salt Lake 01
6 Bidhannagar Govt. College, Salt Lake 01
7 Jawahar Vidya Mandir, Shyamali, Ranchi, Jharkhand 01
7 Dinabandhu Andrews College, Kolkata 01
8 Jodhpur Park Boys’ School, Kolkata 01
8 Govt. College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology, Kolkata 01
9 Kendriya Vidyalaya, Koliwada. Mumbai, Maharashtra 01
9 Haldia Government College, Haldia, Purba Medinipur 01 10 Naidu Science College, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha 01
10 Haldia Institute of Technology, Haldia, Purba Medinipur 01 11 Narayana Junior College, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh 01
11 Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata 05 12 Nava Nalanda High School, Kolkata 03
12 Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur 89 13 Our Lady Queen of The Missions School, Kolkata 01
13 Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata 01 14 Pace Junior Science College, Andheri West, Mumbai 01
14 Jadavpur University, Kolkata 24 15 Pearls of God, Hindmotor, Hooghly 01

15 Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College, Jalpaiguri 01 16 Rajendra Vidyalaya, Sakchi, Jamshedpur 01

16 Jogamaya Devi College, Kolkata 03 17 Rishra Vani Bharati, Rishra, Probasnagar, Hooghly 01
18 Scottish Public School, Katihar, Bihar 01
17 Kalyani Government Engineering College, Nadia 01
19 South Point High School, Kolkata 05
18 Katwa College, Burdwan 01
20 Springdale High School, Kalyani, Nadia 01
19 Lady Brabourne College, Kolkata 02
21 Sri Chaitanya Narayana Junior College, Vijayawada,
20 Malda College, Malda 01 Andhra Pradesh 02
21 Maulana Azad College, Kolkata 01 22 St. Xavier’s Collegiate School, Kolkata 01
22 Medical College, Kolkata 05 23 St. James’ School, Kolkata 01
23 National Institute of Technology, Durgapur 01 24 St. Lawrence High School, Kolkata 01

24 Netaji Nagar Day College, Kolkata 01 25 St. Xavier’s School, Bhatinda, Punjab 01

25 Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College, Kolkata 03 26 Techno Model School, Garia, South 24 Parganas 01
TOTAL 34
26 Presidency University, Kolkata 12
27 R K M Vidyamandira, Belur Math, Howrah 07 Best School Award for the year 2013 : South Point
28 R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata 01 High School, Kolkata
29 R. K. M. Residential College, Narendrapur 06
30 R. K. M. Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara 02 SUMMARY OF 54th STST, 2013
31 Scottish Church College, Kolkata 01 TOTAL VALID APPLIACTION : 906
32 Serampore College, Hooghly 01 APPEARED IN EXAM : 784
33 St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata 08 SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW : 195
34 Syamsundar College, Burdwan 01 SELECTED FOR SCT : 69

TOTAL 195 SELECTED FOR AWARD : 34

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Current Donors and Donations (2013- 2014)

A SCHOLARS RESERVE FUND
i) Donations (Corpus)
1 Dr.Parthasarthi Ray 30,000.00
ii) Donations (General)
1 MP Birla Smarak Kosh (South Point High School) 108,000.00
2 Deptt. Of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of WB 121,000.00
3 Daulat Ram Mehendiratta Chariatable Trust 27,000.00
4 Luxmi Charitable Trust 54,000.00
5 Indian Association of Cultivation of Science (IACS),Kolkata 27,000.00
6 Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), Kolkata 27,000.00
7 Deptt. Of Higher Education, GOWB 104,000.00
8 AN Bhaduri Memorial Charitable Trust 14,000.00 482,000.00
B DEVELOPMENT FUND
i) Donations (Corpus)
1 Kritanjan Polley (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
2 Agnivo Saha (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
3 Rajorshi Paul (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
4 Debarghya Mukherjee (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
5 Anupam Kundu (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
6 Sayantan Chakraborty (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
7 Soumyabrata Pal (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
8 Subhojit Dutta (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
9 Somdut Roy (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
10 Soham Dan (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
11 Kazi Atikur Rahman (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
12 Arabinda Muley (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
13 Prasid Mitra (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
14 Upasana Sen (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
15 Ayana Sarkar (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
16 Tathagata Basu (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
17 Mrittika Roy (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
18 Saptarshi Dasgupta J(B Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
19 Puja Roy (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
20 Bidisha Chakraborty (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
21 Avik Ray (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
22 Anindita Basu (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
23 Aabur Kumar Basu (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
24 Sabyasachi Ray (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
25 Arghya Bhattacharya (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
26 Sohini Mukherjee (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
27 Sayak Chattopadhyay (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
28 Suranjana Samanta (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
29 Adrika Raybarman (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
30 Kousik Karmarkar (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
31 Madhumita Rano (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
32 Keerthana P.G. (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
33 S.Pranav (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
34 Anuvab Mohanty (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
35 Tihin Dey (JB Scholar 2012 batch) 1,500.00
36 Akash Kumar Basak (JB Scholar 2006 batch) 224.00
37 Soumendu S. Mukherjee (JB Scholar 2009 batch) 3,000.00
38 Anit Kumar Sahu (JB Scholar 2008 batch) 119.00
39 Anirban Ghosh (JB Scholar 2010 batch) 12,000.00
40 Ms.Mriduchanda Nag 15,000.00
41 Dr. Ashesh Nandy 700.00
42 Prof. Siddhartha Sen 10,000.00
43 Prof. (Dr.) Papiya Nandy 700.00 94,243.00
ii) Donation (Gen)
Smt Amita Chatterjee 300.00 300.00
C LABORATORY FUND
i) DONATION ( General)
Prof. Amitava Gupta 1,700.00 1,700.00
ii) DONATION ( Corpus)
1 Prof.Somar Raychoudhary 1,700.00
2 Prof.Ajoy Kr.Roy 1,500.00
3 Swarnabha Chattaraj (JB Scholar 2009 batch) 600.00 3,800.00

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“ K A LYA N I A PA R T M E N T ”
113/6, Hazra Road, 1st Floor,
M. SAHA & CO. Kolkata-700 026, ): 2455-1236
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS E-mail: [email protected]

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT

To the Members of the Governing Body,

Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search,
Kolkata - 700 107

1.0 We have audited the attached Balance Sheet of the Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search as on
31st March, 2014 and also the Income and Expenditure Account for the year ended on that date
annexed thereto. These financial statements are the responsibility of the management of the Institute.
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in India. Those
standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether
the financial statements are free of material misstatements. An audit includes examining, on a test
basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by the management, as well
as evaluating the overall financial statements presentation. We believe that our audit provides
reasonable basis for our opinion.
2.0 On the basis of our audit as indicated in paragraph 1.0 above and subject to our Audit Observations
(Annexure-I attached herewith), we report that :
i. We have obtained all the information and explanations which to the best of our knowledge and
belief were necessary for the purpose of our audit.
ii. In our opinion, proper books of account as appears from our examination of those books;
iii. The Balance Sheet and Income & Expenditure Account dealt with by this report are in agreement
with the books of account;
iv. In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the
said accounts read with the schedules A to N enclosed thereto and subject to our comments in Audit
Observations above, give the information in the manner so required and give a true and fair view.
a) In the case of the Balance Sheet, of the state of affairs of the Institute, as at 31st March, 2014;
and
b) In case of the Income & Expenditure Account, of the surplus for the year ended on that date.

Place: Kolkata For M. SAHA & CO.

Date: 24th day of September, 2014 Chartered Accountants

Sd/-
Partner
CA. DEBARSHI SAHA
(MEM NO: 061398, FRN : 305135E)

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“ K A LYA N I A PA R T M E N T ”
113/6, Hazra Road, 1st Floor,
M. SAHA & CO. Kolkata-700 026, ): 2455-1236
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS E-mail: [email protected]

Annexure - I

Audit Observations :

1. The Governing Body in its meeting dated 18.11.2013 had decided to write off some fixed asset items
comprising of computer worth Rs. 10,080/-, furniture Rs. 595/- and electric equipment worth
Rs. 1,484/-, as the same are not in working condition. However salvage value of such items of fixed
assets have not been determined and hence the same has not been written off during the year under
audit. Further in the absence of salvage value, provision for impairment of fixed assets could not be
done.
2. The books of accounts and the Financial Statements comprising of Balance Sheet, Income &
Expenditure Account and Receipts & Payments Account of International Conference for Gifted Minds
(ICGM) have been audited by M/s P. K. Chakravorty & Associates, Chartered Accountants, which have
been relied upon for consolidation purpose and for finalising the ensuing Audit Report.

Place: Kolkata For M. SAHA & CO.

Date: 24th day of September, 2014 Chartered Accountants

Sd/-
Partner
CA. DEBARSHI SAHA
(MEM NO: 061398, FRN : 305135E)

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1300, Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba, Kolkata 700 107

BALANCE SHEET AS ON 31ST MARCH, 2014

PREVIOUS YEAR SCHEDULE CURRENT YEAR
` `
SOURCES OF FUNDS
35,112,020.99 Funds A 33,099,488.01
1,074,353.66 Net Current Liablities:
Current Liabilities E 6,191,640.52
Less:Current Assets D 5,817,504.46 374,136.06

Liability for Unutilised Grant:

1,560,668.45 Deptt. of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal 1,846,003.30
7,915.49 Deptt. of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal (WBDS) 593,939.49
584.00 West Bengal Pollution Control Board, Govt. of West Bengal 584.00
277,095.75 Deptt. of Science and Technology, Govt. of West Bengal (WAST) 2,831.75
30,000.00 West Bengal Academy of Science & Technology 30,000.00
308,279.05 Deptt. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India 59,019.05
1,175,144.00 Deptt. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India (SEATS- NL & IS) –
103,148.11 Council of Scientific and Industrial Research,Govt. of India 233,142.11
47,205.75 Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Govt. of India 47,205.75
- Science & Engineering Research Bureau, DST, Govt. of India 89,586.50
253,068.50 Deptt. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India (FIST) 254,695.50 3,157,007.45
39,949,483.75 36,630,631.52
APPLICATION OF FUNDS
12,997,817.52 Fixed Assets B 13,693,162.52
26,951,666.23 Investments C 22,937,469.00
39,949,483.75 36,630,631.52
Notes on accounts (Schedule - N) form an integral part of the Balance Sheet.

On behalf of the In terms of our report of even date

Governing Body attached herewith
For M. Saha & Co.
Chartered Accountants
FRN: 305135E

Sd/- Sd/-
Kolkata Prof (Dr.) Papiya Nandy Debarshi Saha
Date : 24th day of September, 2014 Hony. Director Partner
Membership No. 061398

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INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT (GRANT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH, 2014
Previous Year Government Government Government Government Government Government Talent Government Total
of of of of of of Enrichment of
West Bengal West Bengal West Bengal India(DST) India(DST) India(DST) Programme India(DST) ONGC
(WBDS) (DST-WAST) (SEATS) (FIST) (CSIR) (SERB)

` Sch ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` `
Income
General:
14,203,179.00 Grant-in-aid 7,418,311.00 600,000.00 - - 3,424,167.00 - 500,000.00 360,000.00 172,500.00 12,474,978.00
126,356.00 Grant-in-aid (09-10) -
(362,689.00) Grant-in-aid (10-11) -
(42,504.00) Grant-in-aid (11-12) -
2,891,665.10 Last year’s surplus/(deficit)/
unutilized grant after adjustment/
refund during the year 1,560,668.45 7,915.49 277,095.75 308,279.05 - 253,068.50 103,148.11 - (43,557.00) 2,466,618.35
2,024.00 Interest earned from SB account - - - - - 1,627.00 - 1,627.00
16,818,031.10 Total Income 8,978,979.45 607,915.49 277,095.75 308,279.05 3,424,167.00 254,695.50 603,148.11 360,000.00 128,943.00 14,943,223.35

Expenditure
General:
4,639,617.00 Establishment F 5,872,057.00 5,872,057.00
7,072,393.00 Programme Expnses: M 545,594.00 13,976.00 274,264.00 249,260.00 3,424,167.00 370,006.00 270,413.50 128,943.00 5,276,623.50
Previous year’s Program Expenses:
230,000.00 Rental Charge (09-10) -
860,000.00 Rental Charge (10-11) -
323,400.00 Rental Charge (11-12) -
488,035.00 Office Expenses G 715,325.15 715,325.15
13,613,445.00 Total Expenditure 7,132,976.15 13,976.00 274,264.00 249,260.00 3,424,167.00 - 370,006.00 270,413.50 128,943.00 11,864,005.65
3,204,586.10 Unutilised grants carried forward 1,846,003.30 593,939.49 2,831.75 59,019.05 - 254,695.50 233,142.11 89,586.50 - 3,079,217.70
Add: Adjustments:
557,939.00 Capital Expenditure Shown as
Revenue Expenditure (11-12) - - - - - - - - - -
3,762,525.10 Balance 1,846,003.30 593,939.49 2,831.75 59,019.05 - 254,695.50 233,142.11 89,586.50 - 3,079,217.70

Notes on accounts (Schedule -N) form an integral part of the Income and Expenditure Account.

On behalf of the In terms of our report of even date

Governing Body attached herewith
For M. Saha & Co.
Chartered Accountants
FRN: 305135E

Sd/- Sd/-
Kolkata Prof (Dr.) Papiya Nandy Debarshi Saha
Date : 24th day of September, 2014 Hony. Director Partner
Membership No. 061398
Annual Report 2014
Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search
1300 Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba, Kolkata 700 107
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT (FUND) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH, 2014
Previous Year Schedule Scholars’ Reserve Development Laboratory JBNSTS-Own Staff Welfare & Infrastructural ICGM Total
Fund Fund Fund Gen. Fund Medical Fund Development Fund Fund
` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` `
Income:
General:
Scholars’ Reserve Fund
562,000.00 Grant and Donation 482,000.00 482,000.00
1,034,615.78 Interest on Investment 958,768.43 958,768.43
16,325.00 Liabilities no longer
required written back 41,259.00 41,259.00
Miscellaneous Receipts 181,601.00 181,601.00
Development Fund:
1,880.00 Donation 300.00 300.00
536,191.37 Interest on Investment 586,052.70 586,052.70
Laboratory Fund:
1,500.00 Donation 1,700.00 1,700.00
194,877.68 Interest on Investment 140,592.87 140,592.87
Contingency Fund:
166,800.00 Miscellaneous Receipts -
64,716.69 Interest on Investment -
JBNSTS-Own Generation Fund:
982,300.00 Rent Earned 339,690.00 339,690.00
- Accommodation 563,159.00 563,159.00
- Overhead 100,000.00 100,000.00
1,413,400.00 Arrear Rent Earned (09-10,10-11& 11-12) - -
113,497.14 Interest on Investment 251,832.65 251,832.65
- Staff Wefare & Medical Fund:
Interest on Investment 23,015.15 23,015.15
- Infrastructural Development Fund:
Interest on Investment 25,572.39 25,572.39
- ICGM Fund
Donations & Sponsorships 4,894,717.00 4,894,717.00
Registration Fee 230,518.00 230,518.00
5,088,103.66 Total Income 1,663,628.43 586,352.70 142,292.87 1,254,681.65 23,015.15 25,572.39 5,125,235.00 8,820,778.19
Expenditure:
General:
1,046,787.00 Scholars’ Reserve Fund H 1,179,838.00 1,179,838.00
844,425.75 Development Fund I 694,330.00 694,330.00
63,836.72 Laboratory Fund J 152,542.92 152,542.92
191,137.00 JBNSTS-Own Fund K 362,228.65 362,228.65
- Staff Welfare & Medical Fund L 20,000.00 20,000.00
- ICGM Fund 5,755,574.00 5,755,574.00
2,146,186.47 Total Expenditure 1,179,838.00 694,330.00 152,542.92 362,228.65 20,000.00 - 5,755,574.00 8,164,513.57
2,941,917.19 Balance 483,790.43 (107,977.30) (10,250.05) 892,453.00 3,015.15 25,572.39 (630,339.00) 656,264.62
Less: Previous Year’s Expenditure:
83,691.00 Depreciation on Lab. Equipment (11-12)
2,858,226.19 Excess of Income/(Expenditure)
transferred to specific funds 483,790.43 (107,977.30) (10,250.05) 892,453.00 3,015.15 25,572.39 (630,339.00) 656,264.62

Notes on accounts (Schedule - N) form an integral part of the Income and Expenditure Account
On behalf of the In terms of our report of even date
Governing Body attached herewith
For M. Saha & Co.
Chartered Accountants
FRN: 305135E

Sd/- Sd/-
Kolkata Prof (Dr.) Papiya Nandy Debarshi Saha
Date : 24th day of September, 2014 Hony. Director Partner
Membership No. 061398
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Schedule-A
FUNDS
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` ` `
9,875,081.11 SCHOLARS’ RESERVE FUND
As per last year 9,875,081.11
Add: Donation (Corpus) 30,000.00
Add: Excess of Scholars’ Reserve Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account 483,790.43 10,388,871.54
15,801,372.35 DEVELOPMENT FUND
As per last year 15,801,372.35
Add: Donation (Corpus) 94,243.00
Less: Deficit of Development Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account (107,977.30) 15,787,638.05
2,045,866.42 LABORATORY FUND
As per last year 2,045,866.42
Add: Donation (Corpus) 3,800.00
Less: Surplus of Laboratory Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account (10,250.05)
2,039,416.37
Less: Transferred to Capital Fund (43,490.00) 1,995,926.37
40,524.43 SPECIAL RESERVE FUND
As per last year 40,524.43
Less: Assets Written Off - 40,524.43
- CAPITAL FUND
As per last year -
Add: Grant received from SERB, DST 1,500,000.00
Add: Transferred from Laboratory Fund 43,490.00
1,543,490.00
Less: Depreciation 189,907.28 1,353,582.72
1,000,000.00 CONTINGENCY FUND 1,000,000.00
2,034,369.14 JBNSTS- OWN GENERATION FUND
As per last year 2,034,369.14
Add: Surplus of Own-Generation Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account 892,453.00
2,926,822.14
Less: Transferred to Staff Welfare & Medical Fund (100,000.00)
Less: Transferred to Infrastructural Dev Fund (100,000.00) 2,726,822.14
100,000.00 Staff WELFARE & MEDICAL FUND
As per last year 100,000.00
Add: Surplus of Staff Welfare & Medical Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account 3,015.15
- Transferred from JBNSTS- Own Generation Fund 100,000.00 203,015.15
100,000.00 INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND
As per last year 100,000.00
Add: Surplus of Infrastructural Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account 25,572.39
- Transferred from JBNSTS- Own Generation Fund 100,000.00 225,572.39
ICGM FUND
As per last year -
Less: Deficit of ICGM Fund
as per Income & Expenditure Account (630,339.00) (630,339.00)
4,114,807.54 RETIREMENT BENEFIT FUND
(Provident Fund)
As per last year (after deletion of PPF) 7,570.22
Add: Interest earned: 304.00 7,874.22
35,112,020.99 33,099,488.01

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FIXED ASSETS
Item Value as on Adjustments/ Addition Value as on Rate of Depreciation Written Down
Written off 31.03.2013 Depre- Value as on
01.04.2013 ciation 31.03.2014
` ` ` ` ` `
Leasehold Land (Dev. Fund) 2,075,669.00 2,075,669.00 - - 2,075,669.00
Building (Dev. Fund) 8,100,604.73 - 8,100,604.73 5% 405,030.24 7,695,574.49
Rain Water Harvesting System (Dev. Fund) 65,850.23 65,850.23 5% 3,292.51 62,557.72
Mural (Dev. Fund) 41,494.00 41,494.00 5% 2,074.70 39,419.30
Electrical Equipment (Dev. Fund) 336,401.67 336,401.67 15% 50,460.25 285,941.42
Electrical Fittings (Dev. Fund) 235,349.75 1,450.00 236,799.75 10% 23,679.97 213,119.78
Furniture (Dev. Fund) 358,506.63 3,000.00 361,506.63 10% 36,000.66 325,505.97
Office Equipment ( Dev. Fund) 12,331.11 12,331.11 15% 1,849.67 10,481.44
Furniture (Lab. Fund) 168,508.19 48,800.00 217,308.19 10% 19,290.82 198,017.37
Lab. Equipment (Lab Fund) 249,376.36 469,151.00 718,527.36 15% 107,779.10 610,748.26
Office Equipment (GOWB) 4.91 4.91 15% 0.74 4.17
Furniture (GOWB) 2,341.09 2,341.09 10% 231.41 2,109.68
Lab. Equipment ( JB-Own Gen. Fund) 403,111.00 403,111.00 - 15% - -
Lab. Equipment ( JB-Own Gen. Fund) 852,251.00 - 852,251.00 15% 127,837.65 724,413.35
Lab. Equipment (Capital Fund) 1,475,740.00 1,475,740.00 15% 169,582.28 1,306,157.72
Computer (Capital Fund) 67,750.00 67,750.00 60% 20,325.00 47,425.00
Furniture & Fittings ( Spl. Reserve Fund ) 31,725.46 31,725.46 31,725.46
Computer ( Spl. Reserve Fund ) 15,072.46 15,072.46 15,072.46
Electrical Equipment ( Spl. Reserve Fund ) 39,088.83 39,088.83 39,088.83
Electrical Fittings ( Spl. Reserve Fund ) 6,731.10 6,731.10 6,731.10
Office Equipment ( Spl. Reserve Fund ) 3,400.00 3,400.00 3,400.00
Total 12,997,817.52 403,111.00 2,065,891.00 14,660,597.52 967,435.00 13,693,162.52
Previous Year 12,268,803.99 - 1,505,646.00 13,774,449.99 776,632.47 12,997,817.52
# Member of the Governing Body suggested in the 142nd meeting dated 18th November, 2013 that the value of Spectrometer ( Lab Equipment)
shown as an asset should be shown under Laboratory Fund instead of JB-Own Generation Fund.

Schedule-C
INVESTMENTS
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
CURRENT INVESTMENT:
FIXED DEPOSITS:
1,950,000.00 State Bank of India,Kasba 1,463,469.00
LONG TERM INVESTMENT:
FIXED DEPOSITS:
17,000,000.00 State Bank of India,Kasba 17,500,000.00
1,100,000.00 State Bank of India,Jeevan Deep Branch 1,100,000.00
30,000.00 UCO Bank,Brabourne Road Branch 30,000.00
210,000.00 Housing Development Finance Corporation Ltd 2,044,000.00
800,000.00 State Bank of India(FC),Salt Lake Branch 800,000.00
1,754,428.91 Housing Development Finance Corporation Ltd - 21,474,000.00
(Cumulative Scheme)
PUBLIC PROVIDENT FUND:
4,107,237.32 State Bank of India (PPF), Kasba Branch -
(Deleted from Accounts)
26,951,666.23 22,937,469.00

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Schedule-D
CURRENT ASSETS, LOANS AND ADVANCES
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` ` `
7,392.00 Cash in hand 26,258.00
Cash at Bank :
315,629.35 State Bank of India, Kasba 174,741.35
(A/c No 10415825348)
72,285.88 State Bank of India,Kasba 296,920.88
(A/c No 10415825360)
7,519.67 United Bank of India,Bosepukur Rajdanga (PF) 7,823.67
(A/c No 5657)
139,136.46 State Bank of India,Kasba 158,565.96
(A/c No 10415825359)
488,848.03 United Bank of India,Bosepukur Rajdanga 3,384,012.03
(A/c No 5486)
- State Bank of India, Kasba Branch 785,599.00
(Current Account No. 33224282758)
52,272.52 State Bank of India,Saltlake 107,311.52
(A/c No 10836429242)
270,447.00 Union Bank of India, Ballygunge Branch 272,074.00
(A/c No 301202010009819)
5,187,048.41
Security Deposits:
13,000.00 For Telephone 13,000.00
12,085.00 For Electricity 12,810.10 25,810.10
Loans & Advances:
508,400.00 For Advance against Salary 1,600.00
60.00 For Advance against Tour (Staff) -
5,058.95 For Office Expenses 1,696.95
4,800.00 To Others 4,800.00 8,096.95
Receivables (Grants):
36,000.00 From Vigyan Prasar -
510,365.00 From DST, Govt. of India (SEATS) -
29,290.00 From Deptt of Higher Education, Govt of West Bengal 42,420.00
500,000.00 From Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Govt. of India 500,000.00 542,420.00
Receivables (Others):
1,660.00 From Veekay Tourist Home, B’lore 512.00
710.00 From S R S Jayanna Tourist -
5,445.00 From The Taste Maker -
76,009.00 From TDS Refundable 27,359.00
44,303.00 From M/s Concept -
18,991.00 From M/s The Chatterjee Group - 27,871.00
3,119,707.86 5,817,504.46

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Schedule- E
CURRENT LIABILITIES AND PROVISION
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` Liabilities for : `
1,129,000.00 Scholarship 1,517,271.00
338,481.50 Book Grant 318,196.50
9,107.00 Project Presentation Award 12,907.00
600.00 Talent Search Test (GOWB) 400.00
16,854.00 Audit Fee 16,854.00
20,090.00 Best School Award 25,090.00
7,400.00 TDS (Staff) 14,385.00
8,695.00 TDS (Others) 43,231.00
348.00 TDS (W. C. Tax) 4,394.00
3,135.00 Profession Tax 2,330.00
3,304.00 DST (SEATS) Expenses 13,791.00
13,311.00 Security Deposit by Electrical Contractor 13,311.00
4,198.00 Security Agency 4,198.00
17,855.00 Remuneration Payable to Project Staff 32,590.00
16,261.00 City Conveyance 19,493.00
– ICGM Expeses 368,879.00
– DST (GOI) Expenses 36,441.00
44,856.00 Expenses for Nobel Laureate & International Scientist –
– Development Fund Expnses 67,742.00
– DST (SERB) Expenses 55,809.00
Refundable to DST(SEATS), Govt. of India 714,450.00
Provision for:
2,560,566.02 Leave Salary 2,909,878.02
4,194,061.52 Total 6,191,640.52

Schedule-F
ESTABLISHMENT
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
4,377,697.00 Salary & Allowances 5,522,745.00
Provision for Retirement Benefit:
261,920.00 Leave Salary 349,312.00
4,639,617.00 5,872,057.00

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1300 Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba, Kolkata 700 107
Schedule - G
OFFICE EXPENSES
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
45,639.00 Postage,Telegram & Telephone 43,072.00
11,030.00 Audit Fee 11,030.00
75,900.00 Contingency 159,350.00
108,520.00 Electricity 126,670.00
53,948.00 Printing & Stationery 46,769.00
138,132.00 City Conveyance 210,328.00
16,040.00 Property Tax 15,200.00
1,815.00 Repairs and Maintenance(Computer) 260.00
36,753.00 Repairs and Maintenance(General) 33,032.00
- Repairs and Maintenance(Building) 55,582.00
- Legal Fees 13,800.00
258.00 Depreciation 232.15
488,035.00 715,325.15

Schedule- H
EXPENSES UNDER SCHOLARS’ RESERVE FUND
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
945,000.00 Scholarship 1,054,000.00
86,500.00 Book Grant 92,000.00
6,050.00 Science Project Presentation Award 6,000.00
9,237.00 Workshop on Science & Scientist 27,838.00
1,046,787.00 1,179,838.00

Schedule- I
EXPENSES UNDER DEVELOPMENT FUND
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
26,800.00 Legal Fees -
240,719.00 Repair & Maintenance 125,392.00
18,091.00 Library Development Expenses -
- Audit Fees 2,247.00
- Receivable Written Off 44,303.00
558,815.75 Depreciation 522,388.00
844,425.75 694,330.00

Schedule- J
EXPENSES UNDER LABORATORY FUND
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
1,106.00 Laboratory Fund Expenses 11,973.00
- Security Expenses 13,500.00
62,730.72 Depreciation 127,069.92
63,836.72 152,542.92

Schedule- K
EXPENSES UNDER JBNSTS-OWN FUND
120,000.00 Honorarium to Hony Director 190,000.00
Remuneration to Staff 25,400.00
Receivable Written Off 18,991.00
71,137.00 Depreciation 127,837.65
191,137.00 362,228.65

Schedule- L
EXPENSES UNDER STAFF WELFARE & MEDICAL FUND
- Staff Medical Expenses 20,000.00

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Schedule- M
PROGRAMME EXPENSES
I. Expenses funded by Deptt of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal
PREVIOUS YEAR CURRENT YEAR
` `
432,477.00 Talent Search Test 432,704.00
19,191.00 Awareness Program 1,702.00
5,000.00 Best School Award 5,000.00
1,748.00 Books & Journals 7,621.00
89,176.00 Annual Award Ceremony 98,567.00
547,592.00 Sub Total 545,594.00
II.Expenses funded by Deptt of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal (WBDS)
665,744.00 Science Workshop 13,976.00
III.Expenses under Govt. of West Bengal (DST-WAST)
335,652.00 Teacher Training Program 274,264.00
IV.Expenses under Govt. of India (DST)
4,256.00 Science Workshop for Contact Program 249,260.00
V.Expenses under Govt. of India (DST-SEATS)
4,380,904.00 Science Camp (INSPIRE) 3,424,167.00
VI.Expenses under Govt. of India (DST-SEATS- NL & IS)
44,856.00 Expenses for Nobel Laureate & International Scientist -
VII.Expenses under Govt. of India (DST-FIST)
4,525.00 Improvement in Science & Technology in NER -
VIII.Expenses funded by CSIR, Govt. of India
481,434.00 Talent Enrichment Programme 370,006.00
IX.Expenses funded Vigyan Prasar,DST, Govt. of India
249,222.00 Workshop on Current Trends in Chemistry Teaching -
358,208.00 Meeting on Science Popularisation in North East -
607,430.00 Sub Total -
X.Expenses funded ONGC
- Science Orientation Workshop 128,943.00
XI.Expenses under Govt. of India (DST-SERB)
- Research Activities 270,413.50

7,072,393.00 Grand Total 5,276,623.50

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Schedule - N
NOTES ON ACCOUNTS
1. Significant Accounting Policies :
i) Basis of Accounting :
The financial statements are prepared under historical cost convention, in accordance with applicable accounting standards in India and
on accrual basis.
ii) Fixed Assets and Depreciation :
Fixed Assets are stated at written down value. Depreciation is calculated and provided in the accounts on the basis of written down value
of the Fixed Assets at the rates specified under the Income Tax Act, 1961. However Assets under Special Reserve Fund are stated at their
cost less depreciation upto the date of considering the same as assets of the institute. No depreciation is charged on assets received
under programme or other old and used assets taken into account under Special Reserve Fund.
iii) Investments :
Current Investments are stated at lower of cost and Fair value. Long- term investments are stated at costs and inclusive of accrued
interest wherever applicable.
iv) Grants-in-aid :
Grants-in-aid are recognized in accounts as and when sanction for the same is received.
v) Retirement Benefit :
No provisions for gratuity and pension are made in the accounts as the same are paid to the eligible retiring employees directly by the
Government of West Bengal. Payment for Terminal Leave encashment is made by the institution out of maintenance grant provided by
the Govt. of West Bengal and requisite provision for liability has been made in the accounts on the basis of accumulated leave of the
employees at the year end.
2. Since there is no specific investment against any fund, interest on Investments and interest on Savings Accounts have been allocated
proportionately to different funds except the Special Reserve Fund not having any interest earning investment under it. Provident Fund
interest of Rs.304/- being specific earnings of Retirement Benefit Fund has been directly allocated to the fund. Interest amounting to
Rs. 76,165/- on investments and savings account out of Foreign Contribution being specific earnings of Scholars’ Reserve Fund and
Development Fund the same has been apportioned to these funds.
3. As per observation of the statutory auditors on the accounts of 2012-2013, members of Governing Body decided in the 142nd meeting dated
18th November, 2013 that PPF Investment and its corresponding liability “Retirement Benefit Fund” are neither the asset nor the liability of
JBNSTS, the PPF account and its corresponding fund amount should be deleted from the accounts of JBNSTS. Accordingly PPF investment and
corresponding fund have been deleted from the accounts in the financial year (2013-14)
4. Fixed Assets namely, UPS and Heater for Distillation unit amounting to Rs. 10,961/- have been purchased out of grant received from DST,
Govt. of India under SEATS program. Cost of the said fixed assets has been charged off to Program Expenses Account. Although these
expenses for fixed assets are Capital Expenditure in nature, these have been treated as Revenue expenditure because these fixed assets have
been purchased for carrying out the Programmes for which grants are received from the above said funding authorities, and the programmes
are in an ongoing state. Ownership of these assets does not lie with JBNSTS during the pendency of the programme but JBNSTS merely stands
as custodian of these assets.
5. Liabilities shown in Schedule “E” include Rs. 18,48,374/- as dues for Scholarship, Book Grant, Best School Award and Project Presentation
Award which includes Scholarship, Award etc. for this year and several earlier years.
6. With effect from the year 2013-14, a Capital Fund has been created by the grant of Rs.15 lacs received from SERB, DST, Govt. of India to incur
Capital Expenditure for research activity. Rs.15,43,490/- has been spent for capital expenditure for SERB project. The excess amount of
Rs. 43,490/- has been met from the Laboratory Fund.
7. Previous year’s figures have been regrouped and rearranged wherever necessary.

On behalf of the Governing Body

Sd/-
Place: Kolkata Prof. (Dr.) Papiya Nandy
Date: 24th September, 2014 Hony. Director

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Campus walk through JBNSTS centre
1 5

1) Our centre 2) Roof top activity centre utilizing solar energy

3) Cafeteria cum canteen 4) Garden with pool
5) Scientific mural 6) Auditorium
7) J.C.Bose Laboratory for Science Through Experiments 8) Rain water harvesting system
9) Dormitory
Printed By : Unimage, [email protected]

Issued by
The Hony. Director
Jagadis Bose National Science Talent Search
1300, Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba, Kolkata 700 107
Phone : (033) 2442 8267/ 8269/ 8270 / 2441 7542
E-mail : [email protected]
Website : www.jbnsts.org