ISTD Campus & Student Chapters
ISTD Campus Chapters create a structured institutional space where students and faculty connect academic learning with professional practice, engage with experienced practitioners, and develop as future professionals.
First Student Chapter at Christ College of Engineering (Autonomous)
Inaugural programme featuring an address and lighting of the lamp by Prof. (Dr.) Zakkariya (National Vice President, ISTD), alongside an address by Mr. Tony Chacko (Chairman, ISTD Trichur Chapter).
View Exclusive Chapter Page →Nurturing the Next Generation of Professionals
An ISTD Student Chapter embeds continuous learning, practitioner mentorship, and leadership development directly inside higher education campuses—empowering students before they transition into industry.
Connect Academic Learning with Professional Practice
Bridge classroom theory with contemporary industry expectations, real-world case studies, organisational dynamics, and applied problem-solving.
Engage Directly with Experienced Practitioners
Provide students and faculty direct access to industry leaders, corporate trainers, HR heads, and senior consultants from the national ISTD network.
Develop Future-Ready Professionals & Leaders
Cultivate communication, leadership, teamwork, executive presence, and career readiness through student-led forums, workshops, and mentorship.
Strengthen Academia–Industry Collaboration
Enable joint faculty development programmes (FDPs), research dialogues, internships, and campus-to-corporate developmental pathways.
Our Institutional Student Chapters
Click on any Campus Chapter card below to visit its dedicated page with inauguration details, dignitaries, objectives, and photographs.
How to Establish an ISTD Student Chapter
Higher education institutions in Trichur and Central Kerala can partner with the ISTD Trichur Chapter to establish an official Student Chapter on their campus.
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
Complete the institutional EOI form with details of your institution and nominated Faculty Coordinator.
Consultation with Chapter Office Bearers
Our Managing Committee coordinates with your Principal/Director and Faculty Advisor on student chapter norms and annual calendar.
Official Inauguration & Induction
Host the formal inauguration, lamp-lighting ceremony, and maiden practitioner session on your campus.
Mr. Tony Chacko (Chairman): +91 9846101034
Mr. Jibin N (Treasurer): jibintcr@gmail.com