Awards & Scholarships

Sir Radhanath Sikdar Memorial Award

The Sir Radhanath Sikdar Memorial Award is one of the highest honors bestowed by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST). Named after the renowned mathematician and surveyor, Sir Radhanath Sikdar, this award recognizes extraordinary contributions to the field of geospatial science and technology.

 The Sir Radhanath Sikdar Memorial Award celebrates the legacy of Sir Radhanath Sikdar, who made significant contributions to geodesy and played a pivotal role in the Great Trigonometric Survey of India. This award aims to honor individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skill, innovation, and impact in geospatial science, mirroring the pioneering spirit of Sikdar himself.

 The award is open to geospatial professionals, researchers, and academics worldwide. RSIGST is providing this award to one eminent geospatial scientist each year through its annual flagship event i.e. GEOSPATIA.

Prof. H. R. Betal Memorial Award

The Prof. H.R. Betal Memorial Award is a prestigious recognition instituted by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST). Named in honor of the late Prof. H.R. Betal, former Professor & Head, Dept. of Geography, University of Calcutta and a distinguished figure in the field of geospatial science, this award aims to celebrate and promote excellence in geospatial research and innovation.

The award acknowledges outstanding contributions to geospatial science, particularly in areas that align with RSIGST’s mission of advancing geospatial technology and its applications. It serves to inspire professionals, researchers, and students to pursue innovative and impactful work in the geospatial domain, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

The Prof. H.R. Betal Memorial Award is open to individuals and teams who have made significant advancements in geospatial science. RSIGST is providing this award to one or two eminent geospatial scientists each year through its annual flagship event i.e.GEOSPATIA.

Women Geospatial Scientist Award

The RSIGST Women Geospatial Scientist Award is a prestigious honor established by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST) to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of women in the field of geospatial science and technology. This award highlights the significant contributions of women geospatial scientists, promoting gender diversity and inclusion in the geospatial community.

                The RSIGST Women Geospatial Scientist Award aims to acknowledge and reward the exceptional work of women who have made substantial contributions to geospatial science. By celebrating their achievements, the award seeks to inspire and empower more women to pursue careers in geospatial science and technology, fostering a more inclusive and diverse geospatial community. The award is open to women professionals, researchers, and educators in the field of geospatial science and technology.

Women Geospatia Leadership Award

The RSIGST Women Geospatia Leadership Award is a distinguished accolade established by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST) to honor and recognize the exceptional leadership of women in the geospatial industry. This award highlights the significant contributions of women leaders who have demonstrated outstanding vision, innovation, and impact in geospatial science and technology.

                The RSIGST Women Geospatia Leadership Award aims to celebrate and promote the achievements of women who have taken on leadership roles in geospatial science. By acknowledging their contributions, the award seeks to inspire and empower more women to assume leadership positions, driving progress and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the geospatial community.

Geospatia Leadership Award (Men)

The RSIGST Geospatia Leadership Award for Industry Personnel is a prestigious recognition established by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST) to honor and celebrate outstanding leadership in the geospatial industry. This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional vision, innovation, and impact in driving the advancement of geospatial science and technology within the industry.

 The RSIGST Geospatia Leadership Award for Industry Personnel aims to acknowledge and reward industry professionals who have shown exemplary leadership in advancing geospatial science and technology. By highlighting their achievements, the award seeks to inspire and motivate others in the industry to strive for excellence and innovation, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of the geospatial sector.The award is open to industry professionals working in the geospatial field who have demonstrated outstanding leadership.

Geospatia Excellence Award

The RSIGST Geospatia Excellence Award for Geospatial Industries is a prestigious honor established by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST) to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in the geospatial industry. This award aims to honor organizations and companies that have demonstrated exceptional innovation, impact, and excellence in the field of geospatial science and technology.

 The RSIGST Geospatia Excellence Award for Geospatial Industries aims to acknowledge and reward organizations and companies that have shown exemplary performance and leadership in the geospatial industry. By highlighting their achievements, the award seeks to inspire and motivate other industry players to strive for excellence and innovation, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of the geospatial sector. The award is open to geospatial companies, organizations, and institutions that have demonstrated outstanding achievements in the geospatial industry.

RSIGST - Certificate of Excellence

The RSIGST Academic Excellence Award is a distinguished accolade established by the Radhanath Sikdar Institute of Geospatial Science and Technology (RSIGST) to recognize and honor outstanding academic achievements in the field of geospatial science and technology. This award celebrates the dedication, hard work, and exceptional contributions of students, researchers, and educators who have demonstrated excellence in their academic pursuits.

The RSIGST Academic Excellence Award aims to encourage and reward individuals who have excelled in their academic endeavors, contributing to the advancement of geospatial science. By highlighting these achievements, the award seeks to inspire others to strive for academic excellence and to foster a culture of high-quality research and education within the geospatial community. 

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Women Geospatial Scientists Scholarship

RSIGST - Scholarship

The Women Geospatial Scientist Scholarship is an initiative and a special education drive of RSIGST, formerly IIGST, to support female students who want to build their careers in the geospatial field and to support our country in becoming a geospatial nation where women can take a leading position like men.

The amount of this scholarship is Rs. 5000/- and to avail of this scholarship, students have to enroll in our One Year Post Graduate Diploma in Geoinformatics course (which is certified by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), Govt. of West Bengal) through an online admission test conducted by RSIGST / IIGST.

After the examination, the first 10 students will get the opportunity to avail this scholarship, and it will be provided at the time of their convocation through cheque but academically they have to perform well throughout this one-year PG Diploma course and have to prove a good track record and regular attendance of more than 85%.

Along with that to get this scholarship students have to complete this course tenure with all internal and semester exams. RSIGST / IIGST will not provide any scholarship to those who will leave this course in between.