The application of endophytic and rhizobacterial strains, singly and in combination in green house and field conditions were found to be effective in controlling the chilliFusariumwilt disease by inducing systemic resistance (ISR) as evidenced by enhanced activities of PO, PPO, PAL,b-1,3-glucanase, Chitinase and Phenolic involved in the synthesis of phytolaexins thereby promoting the growth of plants