Inspiring Future Scientists and Innovators through
Science & Technology
We promote scientific temperament, encourage curiosity, and nurture innovation among students, educators, and the wider community across the region.
Building Scientific Future
Hands-on STEM Education
Nurturing Minds
Building a Scientific Future
Introduction to the Centre
Poornaprajna Centre for Popularisation of Science & Technology (PCPST) was established under the visionary guidance of the President of Udupi Sri Adamaru Mutt Education Centre (USAMEC), Bangalore, His Holiness Shri Shri Eeshapriya Theertha Swamiji. We strive to make science and technology accessible, engaging, and innovative for schools, colleges, and young learners.
Our Mission
To make science and technology accessible, engaging, and inspiring for students and teachers, while promoting STEM education and research mindset.
Our Vision
To create a future-ready generation that is enthusiastic about science, technologically literate, and empowered to solve real-world problems.
Our Objectives
Empowering learners with experiential science education, educator empowerment, and research-oriented thinking.
Promote Research
Encouraging scientific curiosity and research mindset among high school students.
Teacher Development
Training and workshops to empower teachers with modern STEM pedagogy.
Recognize Excellence
Awards and recognition for outstanding science teachers and student achievers.
Community Engagement
Involving the community in regional science outreach programs and initiatives.
Digital Library
Providing access to digital science resources and enhancing reading habits.
Our Key Programs & Activities
Hands-on programs structured to kindle scientific enthusiasm, experimental learning, and student discovery.
Guest Lectures
Engaging talks by eminent scientists, educators, and industry pioneers covering cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs.
Science Exhibitions
Annual district science fairs and expos showcasing innovative student models, inventions, and research prototypes.
Science Demonstrations
Hands-on laboratory experiments and interactive mobile science sessions conducted across member schools.
Teacher Workshops
Professional skill-building workshops and digital pedagogy training designed for science teachers and educators.
Science Quizzes
High-energy quiz competitions held at School, Taluk, and District levels to encourage intellectual engagement.
Best Teacher Awards
Honoring outstanding educators who demonstrate excellence and innovation in science and mathematics teaching.
Recent Achievements
Celebrating our flagship district-level science competitions and student achievers.
Science and Technology Scholarship Programme for Grade 10 Students
A district-level talent search initiative designed to recognize and nurture academic excellence in science and technology among high school students across Udupi district.
District level Science Quiz at Poornaprajna College Udupi
Poornaprajna Institute of Management Udupi, under Poornaprajna Centre for Popularization of Science and Technology, successfully hosted the District-Level Science and Tech Quiz 2025 with over 11 finalist schools out of 30.
Snapshots from Participating Schools & Science Demonstrations
Grace & Blessings
Guided by the spiritual visionary leadership of Adamaru Mutt and inspired by world scientific pioneers.
H.H. Sri Vishwesha Theertha
Sri Pejavara Mutt
H.H. Sri Vishwaprasanna
Sri Pejavara Mutt
H.H. Sri Eeshapriya Theertha
President, USAMEC
Albert Einstein
Theoretical Physicist"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing."
Upcoming Events
ICCT Emerging Technologies
December 2024 • Member Schools (10)
Nano- & Bio-Technologies
January 2025 • Member Schools (10)
Science Fair & Innovation Expo
February 2025 • Poornaprajna PU College
Teacher Development Workshop
March 2025 • Poornaprajna Campus
Latest Updates
Teacher Development Workshop Held Successfully
A dynamic workshop was conducted for high school science teachers to enhance teaching methodologies and digital pedagogies.
May 20, 2024
Students Win at District Science Quiz
Our collaborative member school students secured top positions and prize money at the prestigious District Level Quiz 2025.
May 15, 2024Be a Part of Our Mission
Together, let's inspire the next generation of scientists, educators, and innovators.