Calicut Heritage Forum invites applications from research students working (for MPhil/PhD) on the history and heritage of Kerala, for the Prof. K. V. Krishna Ayyar Award 2025.

 
THE AWARD
 
The Prof. K. V. Krishna Ayyar Award encourages original research in areas of history and culture of Kerala (and Calicut, in particular). It is open to MPhil and PhD students working in these areas.
 
One scholar will be selected for the award, which carries a cash prize of ₹25,000 and a citation. The selection committee consists of experts in the fields of history, culture, and archaeology.
 
The awardee will be designated as Prof. K. V. Krishna Ayyar Scholar. The award will be presented in Calicut on 9 November 2025, where the recipient will give a brief presentation on their research topic.
 
The Award arises from an endowment fund instituted by the Calicut Heritage Forum in association with the family of Prof. K. V. Krishna Ayyar and other donors, to commemorate the contributions of Professor Ayyar to the history and heritage of Kerala in general and Calicut in particular. The endowment also supports an annual lecture on some aspect related to Professor Ayyar’s contribution, delivered on his birth anniversary.
 
HOW TO APPLY
 
Last date for applying: 30 September 2025
 
To be considered for the award, please email the following details to calicutheritageforum@gmail.com.
 
Your name, address, email address, and educational qualification
University/Department where you are pursuing research &
 
Name and email address of the guide

Topic/Title of the dissertation

A brief description of the research topic (to be attached; not more than 2 pages)

 

 

 

 
 
Note: The selection committee may solicit the recommendation of your guide before finalising the award.
 
C. K. Ramachandran
Convener,
Calicut Heritage Forum