Welcome to the "Zoofest 2026 Alappuzha Zone" will be held at St. Joseph's college for women, Alappuzha on 18th February 2026

Welcome to the "Zoofest 2026 Alappuzha Zone" will be held at St. Joseph's college for women, Alappuzha on 18th February 2026

Zoological Society of Kerala

Zoological Society of Kerala

The Zoological Society of Kerala is a voluntary professional organisation of Zoology teachers, established in 1989 and registered under charitable society act with Reg.no.K/396/89. With 160 committed members, we stand united by a shared academic vision and professional responsibility.

Malabar banded swallow tail butterfly, Papilio liomeden, endemic to South-Western Ghats and one of the rarest species of S India.

Aim

To provide a vibrant forum for discussion, innovation, and implementation of programmes that enhance professional efficiency and elevate the quality of teaching, learning, and evaluation in Zoology.

Mission and Activities

Over the years, the Society has:

• Promoted academic excellence and encouraged research among Zoology teachers

• Assisted universities in curriculum development and examination reforms

• Published books, journals, laboratory manuals, and question banks covering the entire B.Sc. Zoology syllabus

• Advocated conservation of nature and sustainable use of natural resources

• Organised tests, competitions, and awards to recognise and nurture student talent

Academic Initiatives and Curriculum Development

The Society has played a meaningful role in curriculum revision by ensuring that every teacher’s voice is heard. Through collaborative meetings conducted at various centres, we actively contributed to the curriculum revision process of M.G. University and formulated a curriculum policy for B.Sc. Zoology.

Our Vision 2014 envisioned the development of a Swadeshi, environmentally rooted, and culturally enriched curriculum, while inspiring similar initiatives across disciplines.

Annual living camps and academic discussions further strengthen our commitment to the continuous professional growth of teachers and the holistic development of students.

ZOOFEST – The Academic Festival

Our annual gatherings began with the noble objective of encouraging active Zoology Associations in colleges through the institution of the “Best Association Ever Rolling Trophy.”

Over time, this initiative evolved into ZOOFEST, a dynamic academic festival that serves as an alternative platform for evaluation, creativity, and excellence.

Through manuscript magazine competitions, quizzes, dissections, and scientific drawing events, ZOOFEST celebrates and nurtures the multifaceted talents of students while fostering academic interaction and healthy competition among institutions.

Strength

The true strength of the Zoological Society of Kerala lies in its vibrant, dedicated teachers and enthusiastic students. Together, we go beyond classroom teaching—nurturing scientific temper, curiosity, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility towards nature and society.

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Malabar banded swallow tail butterfly, Papilio liomeden, endemic to South-Western Ghats and one of the rarest sps. of S India

Aim

To provide a forum for mooting, debating and implementing programmes that help to enhance professional efficiency and quality of teaching, learning and evaluation

Objectives

  • To implement programmes for the academic improvement of Zoology teachers.
  • To encourage research activities in academic institutions.
  • To assist the University bodies in the development of curricula.
  • To suggest reforms in the system of examination and methods of evaluation.
  • To publish and distribute books, journals and periodicals.
  • To promote the idea of conservation of nature and natural resources.
  • To organise tests and competitions and to distribute prizes and awards to Zoology students.

Executive Members, ZSK 2019-2020

Dr. Jagannadh, V (President)
Dr. Sosamma Oommen (Vice President & Coordinator Kottayam Zone)
Dr. Sarita Ramachandran (Vice President)
Dr. C.P.Anitha Devi (Secretary)
Dr. Soja Louis (Treasurer)
Prof. P.C John
Dr. Shirly Annie Oommen
Dr. Prema A.K.
Dr. Shaju Thomas
Prof. Usha K.R. (Coordinator, Aluva Zone)
Dr. Mini K.D.
Dr. Reema Kuriakose (Coordinator, Ernakulam Zone)
Dr. Susan Thomas
Dr. Aruna Devy (Coordinator, Pattanamthitta Zone)
Dr. Nisha P. Aravind
Prof.Vijo Kurien

OFFICE BEARERS 2021-2022

Dr. Jagannadh, V (President)
Dr. Reema Kuriakose (Vice President)
Prof. Vijo Thomas Kurien (Vice President)
Dr. C. P. Anitha Devi (Secretary)
Dr. Soja Louis (Treasurer)
Dr. Mini K.D.
Dr. Seema K.
Dr. Arun A.U.
Dr. Sarita Ramachandran
Prof. Jojo Joseph
Dr. Susan Thomas
Dr. Aruna Devy
Prof. Sojomon Mathew
Prof. Priya Thomas
Prof. Raagam, P.M.
Dr. Deepthi T.R. (Internal Auditor)

Exofficio members

Prof. P.C. John
Dr. K.C.Rajan
Dr. A.P.Thomas
Dr. Shirly Annie Ommenn
Prof. Koshy Thomas
Dr. Gladys Francis

OFFICE BEARERS 2022-2023

Dr. Jagannadh, V (President)
Dr. Reema Kuriakose (Vice President)
Prof. Vijo Thomas Kurien (Vice President)
Dr. C. P. Anitha Devi (Secretary)
Dr. Soja Louis (Treasurer)
Dr. Mini K.D.
Dr. Seema K.
Smt. Usha K.R.
Dr. Sarita Ramachandran
Dr. Shiny K.J.
Dr. Susan Thomas
Dr. Raju Thomas K
Prof. Sojomon Mathew
Prof. Priya Thomas
Dr. Smitha S.
Smt. Raagam P.M (Internal Auditor)

OFFICE BEARERS 2023-2024

Dr. Jagannadh, V (President)
Dr. Reema Kuriakose (Vice President)
Prof. Vijo Thomas Kurien (Vice President)
Dr. C. P. Anitha Devi (Secretary)
Dr. Soja Louis (Treasurer)

Executive members

Dr. Mini K.D
Dr. Seema K.
Smt. Usha K.R
Dr. Sarita Ramachandran
Prof. Jacob Mathew
Dr. Susan Thomas
Dr. Aruna Devy
Sri. Sojomon Mathew
Smt. Priya Thomas
Smt. Ragham, P.M.
Prof. Jojo Joseph (Internal Auditor)

  • OFFICE BEARERS 2024-2025

    Dr. Jagannadh, V (President)
    Prof. (Dr). Mini K.D. (Vice President)
    Dr. Vijo Thomas Kurien (Vice President)
    Dr. C.P.Anitha Devi (Secretary)
    Dr. Soja Louis (Treasurer)

    Executive Committee

    Smt.Leena Joseph
    Dr. Seema K
    Smt. Nimila P.J
    Dr. Sarita Ramachandran
    Ms. Elvin Thomas
    Dr. Susan Thomas
    Dr. Aruna Devy
    Dr. Elizabeth Basil
    Prof. Jojo Joseph
    Dr. Smitha N.R.
    Dr. Shirly Annie Oommen (Internal Auditor)

  • OFFICE BEARERS 2025-2026

    Prof. Dr. Mini K. D (President)
    Dr. Susan Thomas (Vice President)
    Dr. Seema K. (Vice President)
    Dr. Elezabeth Basil (Secretary)
    Dr. Leena K. Joseph (Treasurer)

    Executive Committee

    Dr. Shirly Annie Ommen
    Dr. JoJo Joseph
    Dr. Jagannadh V
    Dr. Vijo Kurien
    Dr. C. P. Anitha Devi
    Dr. Soja Louis
    Dr. Saritha Ramachandran
    Prof. Dr. Joe Prasad Mathew
    Dr. Shiny K. J
    Dr. Smitha N. R.
    Ms. Rose Mary N. J