KSCSTE- CENTRE FOR WATER RESOURCES DEVOLOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

What KSCSTE- CENTRE FOR WATER RESOURCES DEVOLOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT does

CWRDM (Centre for Water Resources Development and Management) is an autonomous research and development institution established by the Government of Kerala in February 1978 under its Science and Technology Policy and amalgamated with the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) in 2003. It is headquartered at Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode, with three sub-centres in Kottayam, Ernakulam (Manimalakunnu), and Trivandrum (Neyyattinkara), and operates through four research groups: Hydrology and Climatology, Ecology and Environment, Land and Water Management, and Training and Outreach. CWRDM's mandate is to provide R&D inputs for water security with a focus on the humid tropics, addressing flood and drought management, groundwater sustainability, water quality, and climate adaptation.

The institution runs a portfolio of proprietary digital tools and specialized facilities, including the Water CAT mobile app, RAT 3.0 reservoir assessment tool, DSS for Soil Erosion Risk, HYDRAH rainfall insights dashboard, the Roof Top Rainwater Calculator, the Water Folks community platform, the National Isotope Facility for Hydrology, a Mobile Water Analysis Lab, a Climate Change Learning Lab, and the HYDRONIS Innovation Center and Business Incubation Facility. It produces recurring outputs such as the Kerala Water Resources Assessment (KWRA), the Jalapadham publication, and CWRDM newsletters, and offers testing services (water quality, soil, isotope), geotechnical consultancy, and the Water Resources Management Training Programme (WRMTP).

CWRDM's revenue mix combines core government funding through KSCSTE, externally funded projects (16 active), plan-funded projects (34 active), and consultancy engagements (19 active), with services delivered through direct contracts, sponsored training, and government-to-government channels. Its primary customers are Kerala state government departments, academic and research institutions, industry and infrastructure developers, and local communities and panchayats. The institution is ISO 9001:2015 certified, designated Centre of Excellence in Water Related Disaster Management for Kerala in collaboration with the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, and a recipient of the Global Sustainability & Innovation Awards 2026 for Best Rainwater Harvesting Practice.

Name

KSCSTE- CENTRE FOR WATER RESOURCES DEVOLOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Legal name

Centre for Water Resources Development and Management

Website

https://cwrdm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Resources Research and Consultancy

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (54162)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Water, Wastewater & Hydraulics Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Water Sampling, Testing & Laboratory Analysis (Legionella/Microbiology) (BPABAJAB), Water Safety Plans, Training & Documentation (Logbooks, SOPs) (BPABAJAL), Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Compliance (BPAHAJAJ)

Keywords

• Water resources research
• Hydrology consulting
• Water quality testing
• Climate change adaptation
• Disaster management research

Headquarters

HQ city

Kozhikode, Kerala

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Core funding from Government of Kerala through KSCSTE for R&D operations and projects
2. Consultancy Services: Revenue from consultancy projects including water quality testing, soil analysis, isotope testing, geotechnical services, and other specialized services
3. Training Programs: Revenue from sponsored training courses, WRMTP programs, and student training programs
4. External Funded Projects: Projects funded by external agencies including government departments and international organizations

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CWRDM is a premier government R&D institution in the water sector, established by the Government of Kerala in 1978 and amalgamated with KSCSTE in 2003. The organization delivers research, technical consultancy, training, and laboratory testing services across hydrology, climatology, ecology, land and water management, and disaster management, with a special emphasis on humid tropics. It also publishes assessment reports (notably the Kerala Water Resources Assessment - KWRA), maintains decision-support tools (Water CAT, RAT 3.0, DSS for Soil Erosion Risk, HYDRAH), and operates specialized facilities including a National Isotope Facility for Hydrology, a Mobile Water Analysis Lab, a Climate Change Learning Lab, and the HYDRONIS Innovation Center and Business Incubation Facility.

Product overview

CWRDM is a premier R&D institution in the water sector established by the Government of Kerala. The organization offers a portfolio of technology tools and services including decision support systems (RAT 3.0, DSS for Soil Erosion Risk), mobile applications (Water CAT), data dashboards (HYDRAH), and calculators (Roof Top Rainwater Calculator). It operates specialized facilities including HYDRONIS Innovation Center, National Isotope Facility for Hydrology, Mobile Water Analysis Lab, and Climate Change Learning Lab. The institution provides testing services (water quality, soil, isotope), training programs (WRMTP), and consultancy services. CWRDM also hosts Centers of Excellence in water-related disaster management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Water CAT: Mobile application for water management
• HYDRONIS
• RAT 3.0
• HYDRAH

Products and services

• Water Quality Testing Service
• Soil Analysis Service
• Isotope Testing Service
• Weather Information System
• Geotechnical Service
• WRMTP Training (Water Resources Management Training Programme)
• Consultancy Services
• Kerala Water Resources Assessment (KWRA) 2024
• Centre of Excellence in Water Related Disaster Management for Kerala
• HYDRONIS - Innovation Center and Business Incubation Facility
• Mobile Water Analysis Lab

Quantifiable outcome

• Kerala Water Resources Assessment 2024: Comprehensive report on rainfall, rivers, groundwater and wetlands
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2003CWRDM was amalgamated with KSCSTE in its Silver Jubilee Year-2003. KSCSTE is the parent organization providing governance and funding support. The Executive Director of CWRDM reports to KSCSTE. Sri. V D Satheesan, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Kerala serves as President of KSCSTE.
• Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution under the KSCSTE umbrella. KFRI focuses on forestry research and shares expertise in ecological and environmental studies related to water resources.
• National Transportation Planning and Research Centre (NATPAC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution under KSCSTE focusing on transportation planning. Potential collaboration on infrastructure projects affecting water resources.
• Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution with expertise in botanical and biodiversity research relevant to water resource ecosystem studies.
• Kerala School of Mathematics (KSoM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution under KSCSTE. Potential collaboration for mathematical modeling of water resources and climate data analysis.
• Scientific Research and Innovation Board (SRIBS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution under KSCSTE focused on scientific research and innovation support.
• Marine Biotechnology and Genomics Institute (MBGIPS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative institution with marine biotechnology expertise, relevant for coastal water resource studies.
• Institute for Climate Change Studies (ICCS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization focused on climate change research, aligning with CWRDM's climate adaptation work.
• Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partner for water-related disaster management. CWRDM is designated as Centre of Excellence in Water Related Disaster Management for Kerala in collaboration with KSDMA.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID): Global inter-governmental body supporting irrigation, drainage, and flood management knowledge exchange. Comparable in being a knowledge and standards-setting institution in water resources, but operating as an international forum rather than a service provider.

Emerging players

• Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) - Hydrology and Water Resources groups: Multiple IITs host civil engineering groups conducting advanced hydrology, climate, and water-resources research with sponsored projects and consultancy. Comparable in research output and government engagement, though embedded within broader academic institutions.
• WRI India (World Resources Institute): India arm of a global research organization working on water, climate, and sustainable cities. Comparable in policy-oriented water research and government advisory work, but focused on policy and program design rather than laboratory testing or field operations.

Direct peers

• National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA): New Zealand's national crown-research institute for water and atmospheric science, delivering research, monitoring, and consulting services. Comparable in being a publicly-funded R&D institute combining laboratory analysis, modeling, and policy advice.
• National Institute of Hydrology (NIH): India's apex central-government R&D body for hydrology and water resources, operating under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Most directly comparable to CWRDM in mandate, scientific scope, and laboratory-based services, though at national scale.
• National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI): CSIR laboratory focused on environmental science and engineering, including water quality, wastewater, and environmental impact assessment. Closely comparable in offering laboratory testing, R&D, and consulting services to government and industry.

Broad incumbents

• Central Water Commission (CWC): India's apex technical organization for water resources at the central government level, with nationwide hydrological monitoring networks and flood forecasting. Comparable in flood/drought assessment and hydrological data products, though at pan-India scale and as a government operator.
• The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI): India's leading multi-disciplinary sustainability R&D institution covering water, climate, and energy. Comparable in offering research, consulting, testing, and training, but with a much broader thematic portfolio than CWRDM.
• International Water Management Institute (IWMI): Global CGIAR research institute addressing water management for food security, with strong South Asia operations. Comparable in water-resources R&D and policy advisory, but at international scale and with development-funder funding model.

Regional players

• Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB): State-level regulator responsible for monitoring water quality, enforcing standards, and issuing consents in Kerala. Comparable in operating in the same geographic and regulatory context, though primarily regulatory rather than research-driven.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/CWRDM1
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CWRDMOFFICIAL
• Facebookfacebook.com/cwrdmofficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cwrdm-campus-centre-for-water-resources-development
• Instagraminstagram.com/kscste_cwrdm

Compliance1 record

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Profiles2 records

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