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Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram requires Laboratory Tutors purely on provisional and contract basis on a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 15,000 per month.

About Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology

Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), sponsored by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under Department of Space, Government of India, is India’s national institute for the study and development of space science.

Qualification for the post of Laboratory Tutors – M. Sc Chemistry with First Class

Age limit – 35 years as on 22nd September 2009

Interested Candidates may appear for an interview with original certificates.

Walk in Interview Time and Date – 9.30 Am on 22nd September 2009

Interview Venue

ISRO Guest House
Marapalam
Pattom
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
Kerala

Phone – 0471 – 2564808 / 2564809

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Varkala is a coastal town and a pilgrim center situated near Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. Situated around 51 km north-west of Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Varkala is famous for the picturesque Varkala Papanasam Beach which makes it one of the most favourable tourist destinations in Kerala. The Papanasham Beach at Varkala is bounded by Sivagiri Hills in the east and Arabian Sea in the west.

The white silvery stretch of sand, rocky cliffs, and mineral springs makes Varkala a must visit place for both tourist as well as local people. The calm and serene surrounding of Varkala Beach offers a peaceful alternative when compared with the now commercialized Kovalam Beach in Trivandrum. There are lots of yoga and massage centers, Ayurvedic treatment centers, and spas on the sides of the rocky cliffs.

Religious Importance of Varkala

Varkala Beach is an important religious site for Hindus in Kerala. Referred as ‘Papanashini’, the one which removes all sins, according to Hindu Puranas a dip in the holy waters of Varkala will purify ones body and soul. During the Malayalam month of Karkadakam (Karkidakam), thousands of Hindus visit the Varkala beach to perform a religious rite, named Karkidaka Vavubali.

Other Tourist Attraction in Varkala

Sree Janardana Swamy Temple in Varkala is a 2000 year old ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Sri Janardhana Swami Temple is referred as Dakshina Kashi or the “Benares of the south”.

Anjengo Fort in Varkala is a historical site of the Dutch East India Company’s main garrison. Another tourist attraction is the Varkala Tunnel (now in a dilapidated state) which was one of the important waterways during pre-independence times.

The Sivagiri Mutt in Varkala is another major landmark which was established by the great social reformer Sree Narayana Guru. The hill-top mausoleum of Narayana Guru and Nature Care center are worth visiting.

Another beach, the Tiruvambadi Beach is just one kilometer en-route the old palace.

Accommodation in Varkala

Being one of the major tourist spot in Kerala, Varkala has accommodation facilities which suits all price ranges. Hotel Thiruvambadi, Hotel Sea Pearl, and Taj Garden Retreat are some of the major accommodations in Varkala.

How to reach Varkala Beach

By Road

Varkala Beach is easily accessible by road and is 50 km northwest of Trivandrum and 20 km south of Kollam.

By Train

Varkala Railway Station, on the Thiruvananthapuram – Kollam railway line, is the nearest railway station. Kerala Express, Vanchinad Express, Kanyakumari Express, Bangalore Express, Venad Express, Parasuram Express, Malabar Express, Amritha Express, Ernakulam Express, and Chennai Mail are some of the major trains which pass through Varkala Railway Station.

By Air

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is the nearest major airport situated around 58 km from Varkala.

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