KAMP Letter DT 11.04.2025
KAMP Letter DT 11.04.2025
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Ref. No.: KAMP/25/APR/001
Date: 111t1 APR, 2025
To,
Commla1loner,
Kendrtya Vldyalaya Sangathan (KVS),
New Delhi.
Thanking You,
In 2025-26, the Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform (KAMP) will continue fostering scientific
awareness and critical thinking among students. The year will feature expanded assessments, interactive
workshops, scientific excursions, and teacher capacity-building programs. KAMP will also strengthen
collaborations with educational institutions and government bodies to promote holistic student development,
aligning with the goals of NEP 2020.
Assessment Report A Comprehensive Student Report and Advisories for all participants
* Visit https://kamp.org.in for more details, or contact us at (+91) 9599576228, (+91) 9289359694 or mail us at [email protected]
in case of any queries.
FINDING HIDDEN TALENTS
IN KNOWLEDGE ALLIANCE WITH CSIR- NIScPR
As we make significant strides in the field of Science and Technology, it becomes increasingly clear that
programs like KAMP are not just beneficial but absolutely essential. The rising aspirations of Indian youth
underscore the importance of initiatives like these, which serve as powerful motivators. They have the potential
to ignite the scientific curiosity of students and, in the long run, foster a culture of innovation in our nation.
ABOUT KAMP
Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform “KAMP” is an International intellect E-based
assessment platform to evaluate cognizance of 21st-century skills, awareness, and
knowledge of Science, Technology & Humanities among students.
Director’s Message
“CSIR-NIScPR is one of the premier institutes of the country to
provide inputs to policymakers for formulating the policy of
Science, Technology, Innovation (STI), and entrepreneurship.
Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform (KAMP), aimed to
develop and map the Scientific Temperament of children, will
help nurture innovation and creativity from an early age. The
analyses of the mapping data would be used to create inputs
for S&T policy to the new generation of scientific leaders are
PROF. RANJANA AGGARWAL
produced in the country.”
Director, CSIR-NIScPR
CSIR-NIScPR came into existence on 14th January 2021 with Dr. Harsh Vardhan, then
the Hon'ble Minister of Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, announcing the
merger of two internationally acclaimed CSIR Institutions namely CSIR-National
Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (CSIR-NISCAIR) and
National Institute of Science, Technology and Development Studies (CSIR-NISTADS).
CSIR-NIScPR for its science communication part carved out a niche for itself, perhaps
the only institution of its kind in Asia, to bring out 18 peer-reviewed research journals
covering major disciplines of science and technology ranging from physics to radio-
physics, chemistry to chemical technology, experimental biology to biotechnology,
and intellectual property rights to traditional knowledge, popular science books and
popular science magazines namely Science Reporter, VigyanPragati and Science Ki
Duniya.
OUR VISION
To identify and capture Scientific and Technological temperament in
students to make
OBJECTIVES
To foster a STEM-based learning environment.
To shift the focus from Rote Learning to the
development of Scientific Temper.
To create awareness of scientific & technological
establishments among aspiring students through
various excursion programs.
Exposure to the new trends and development in
Science, Technology & Earth Sciences.
Providing training in the scientific method and how to
apply it to everyday life.
Promoting science literacy and public understanding
of science and its role in society.
The Government of India, through the National Council for Science and Technology Communication, dedicated
the 28th February National Science Day of 2014 to the theme "Fostering Scientific Temper"
Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform (KAMP) is the first initiative taken by CSIR-NIScPR and NCPL, to
map the scientific temperament and attitude of young students based on their assessment outcome and
nurture them as future scientists of the country. It believes that every student is blessed with a core talent and
aimed to bring out the best in them through this platform.
“A dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that
does not let you sleep.”
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
KAMP-NASTA
National Assessment for Scientific
Temperament and Aptitude
Attribute Comprehensive
Based Advisory Report
Assessment
KAMP - NATIONAL ASSESSMENT FOR SCIENTIFIC
TEMPERAMENT & APTITUDE (NASTA)
It has been realized that there is a critical need to assess students’ knowledge and skill with a holistic approach
to problem-solving and develop their perspectives from Rote Learning to Learning based on Knowing Applying
NASTA
and Reasoning. Therefore, KAMP’s National Assessment for Scientific Temperament & Aptitude (NASTA)
assessment has been designed and aligned with the National Education Policy 2020,' to emphasize the
development of the creative potential of each individual and develop their scientific temperament through
excursions, training and assessment. Students of classes III–XII can participate in KAMP – NASTA.
Need of NASTA
NASTA assess a comprehensive, integrated approach in mapping the scientific temperament of young
brains.
Building a concept to develop an understanding of the scientific aspects of nature.
To help the student identify their hidden talent and provides a platform for self-assessment.
Mapping and help nurturing the scientific aptitude among students.
NASTA indicators involve means and methods to reach scientific information and thus allows the student to
think scientifically. The science process occurs naturally, spontaneously in our minds. By logically breaking
down the steps in our thinking, we use the scientific process to find out how to answer our questions about
how the world works. National Assessment for Scientific Temperament & Aptitude includes the following
assessment indicators:
KNOWING
KNOWING
RECOGNITION OBSERVATION CLASSIFICATION
APPLYING
PROBLEM SOLVING PRECISION PREDICTION
REASONING
“For, each man can do best and excel in only that thing of which he is
passionately fond, in which he believes, as I do, that he has the ability to
do it, that he is in fact born and destined to do it.”
-Homi J. Bhabha
CERTIFICATES, AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships and awards will be presented to the outstanding performers
AT NATIONAL LEVEL
AT STATE LEVEL
AT DISTRICT LEVEL
AT CLASS LEVEL
Officers
**Awards and Scholarships are subject to no. of participants in each class from a
“He who can listen to the music in the midst of noise can achieve great
things.”
-Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
KAMP - CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (COE)
KAMP - Centre of Excellence stands as a dedicated program to fostering the development of a vibrant
learning community among students, teachers, and schools across India. KAMP - Centre of Excellence strives to
create an environment that inspires and nurtures the inquisitive minds of students, providing them with
opportunities to explore and engage in learning and discovery.
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KNOWLEDGE SHARING SESSIONS & ACTIVITIES
Under KAMP, fortnightly online knowledge sessions/workshops, quizzes, and challenges are organized for all
the registered students on Thursdays under the following categories:
Science, Technology and Innovations, Scientific and Life Skills, Career & Professional Development,
Academic Development, Train the Trainers/Teachers.
“If there has been any success in my life, that was built on the unshakable
foundation of failure…”
-Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)
PROGRAM FOR TEACHERS
The Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Program is a specialized teacher training initiative offered
under the Knowledge and Awareness Mapping Platform (KAMP). This program aims to empower educators
with the latest teaching methodologies, subject-specific knowledge, and innovative strategies to inculcate
scientific temperament in classroom teaching.
The CPD Program is open to educators from schools participating in the KAMP initiative. Interested teachers
can apply for enrollment through their respective school login.
-Srinivasa Ramanujan
AWARENESS & MOTIVATIONAL PROGRAMME
Creativity counts, Knowledge matters, Innovations transform, Incentives inspire !!
Objectives
To foster creativity and critical thinking.
Cultivate resilience and self-assurance.
Allow students to progress in their skills and abilities, as well as overcome their limitations.
To uplift students' enthusiasm about the activities presented to them.
SCIENTIFIC EXCURSION FOR ACHIEVERS
OF KAMP - NASTA
Scientific Excursions organised by KAMP allow the achievers of KAMP - NASTA assessment to witness the
innovations, projects, and research work at the eminent CSIR Laboratories / Research Institutes / Organizations in
India.
The laboratory features a comprehensive hardware and software setup, providing students with opportunities to
acquire 21st-century skills such as STEM, Coding, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics.
Aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasizes unlocking the creative potential of each
individual, the lab aims to prepare students for the future. It seeks to expose them to crucial global skills,
encouraging out-of-the-box thinking and the ability to break conventional boundaries.
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Gudha International School Army Public School Dav Public School Unit Viii Rukmani Birla Modern High
Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan Almora, UTTRAKHAND Bhubaneswar, Odisha School
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Kendriya Vidhalaya Sunbeam English School Yuvabharathi Public School Dav Public School
Santragachi, West Bengal Bhagwanpur, Uttar Pradesh Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Kendriya Vidhalaya Sboa Public Sr Sec School Maharaja Sawai Bhawani Bal Bharti Public School
Churu, Rajasthan Ernakulam, Kerala Singh School New Delhi
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jawahar Navdaya Vidhalaya Kendriya Vidhalaya Afs Digaru Krishna Public School International Prince Uch Madhyamik Vidyalaya
Baleswar, Odisha Kamrup, Assam Raipur, Chhattisgarh Sikar, Rajasthan
SUPPORTED BY
KAMP has been Encouraged and Supported by various Central Govt. Schools i.e. Central Board of Secondary
Education (CBSE), Kendriya Vidyalaya Samiti (KVS), Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (JNVS), Army
Public Schools, Air Force Schools, Sainik Schools run by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Schools run by Atomic
Energy Education Society (AEES), and National Education Society for Tribal Students across India.
Navodaya Vidhalaya
NATIONAL ACHIEVERS NASTA 2023-24
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KAMP – Pratibhaotsav not only provides an opportunity for students to display their skills, but it also serves as a
forum for them to connect with other like-minded individuals and exchange ideas. The event brings together
students, teachers, and members of the community to celebrate the diversity and creativity of the student
community. With its vibrant atmosphere and lively performances, KAMP – Pratibhaotsav is an event that truly
embodies the spirit of creativity and innovation.
-Mahatma Gandhi
KAMP ADVISORY COMMITTEE
KAMP Advisory Committee (KAC) is a panel of experts for guidance on various aspects
like subjects, curriculum questions, evaluation parameters, etc. which will help KAMP
evolve into a robust and credible Global Assessment Platform for building & recognizing
Scientific Temperament & Innovation in students from an early age. KAC is chaired by
Director, CSIR - NIScPR.
Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal
Director, CSIR-NIScPR
Dr. Vijay P. Bhatkar Mr. Puneet Kumar Dr. Naresh Kumar Mrs. Neelu Srivastav Dr. Kasturi Mandal
Chairman, KAMP Project Secretary Member Member Member
Chancellor of the Nalanda KAMP Chief Principal Scientist, PI – KAMP, Principal Scientist,
HEAD BDG, CSIR-NIScPR
University Head Project Monitoring & CSIR-NIScPR
Evaluation Division, CSIR-NIScPR
Mrs. Nilima Mr. Rajeev Gupta Mr. Ashish Mittal Ms. Arika Mathur
Raghunath Yemul Member Member Member,
Member MD - Resource Development International Vice President, NCPL AVP - Technical and
psychologist/ counsellor India Pvt Ltd. Operations, NCPL
Management Thinker, Educationist, Board
Member & Business Coach
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