Awards & Achievements

  • National Award for e-Governance for Lucky Bill App, a mobile platform that support GST tax compliance by rewarding citizens to ask for Bills.
  • Digital India Platinum Award 2022 for Digital Workforce Management System (DWMS) Portal, an AI based portal that connects all stakeholders to create a knowledge-based ecosystem.
  • State e-Governance Award 2022 for Mannu App, a mobile application that provides farmers with timely and accurate information on soil health, crop suitability and weather.
  • Special Award from Chief Minister for Innovations in Public Policy, an award that honors the contribution of DUK in developing and implementing the Blockchain-enabled Immunochain Vaccine Traceability Project in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
  • IET India Future Tech Award for Kerala Blockchain Academy, a center of excellence that offers training, research, consultancy, and incubation services in blockchain technology and its applications.
  • SKOCH Award for Jalnetra Hydrographic Data Management System, a system that collects, processes, and disseminates hydrographic data of Kerala’s water bodies using satellite imagery, drones, and sensors.
  • UK PACT Award from Government of UK for Green Recovery Project, a project that aims to enhance the resilience and sustainability of Kerala’s economy and environment by promoting green growth, clean energy, and low-carbon development.
  • India Research Management Initiative (IRMI) Fellowship for Research Management, a fellowship that supports the professional development of research managers and administrators in Indian higher education institutions.
  • Going Global Award from British Council for Application of AI in Disaster Management, a project that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve disaster preparedness, response, and recovery in Kerala and other regions.
  • Green University Award 2023 at 7th NYC Green School Conference, an award that recognizes the efforts of DUK in creating a green campus that minimizes environmental impact and maximizes resource efficiency.
  • Outstanding Researcher Award 2022 instituted by IEEE Kerala Section, an award that acknowledges the research excellence and achievements of DUK faculty members in the fields of engineering, computing, and technology.
  • Kairali Research Award for Outstanding Research Contributions, an award that celebrates the research impact and innovation of DUK faculty members and students in various domains of science, humanities, and social sciences.
  • Van Tienhoven Foundation Grant for Developing a Non-invasive Wildlife Monitoring System to Mitigate Human-Wildlife Conflict and Promote Conservation using Digital Technologies.
  • First Prize for Smart India Hackathon 2022, instituted by Ministry of Education AICTE, a prize that recognizes the creativity and problem- solving skills of DUK students.