Scholastic World - Contests for Indian Students

Young INTACH Heritage Festival 2026

2026-10-05T10:27:44.034+05:30

A Celebration of Heritage, Creativity and Young Talent

INTACH Palakkad Chapter. is organising Young INTACH Heritage Festival 2026 for school students. The district-wide festival brings together students from across Palakkad for a day of heritage, creativity, storytelling and friendly competition.

📅 Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: LEAD College, Dhoni, Palakkad

Supported by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and with the involvement of Kerala Kalamandalam, the festival provides students with an exciting opportunity to explore India's rich cultural heritage while developing their research, creative thinking, artistic and storytelling skills.

The event will also feature accomplished artists, performers, writers and heritage specialists who will interact with students as expert mentors, making the festival an enriching learning experience beyond the competitions.

🎭 Events

🧠 നെയിം പ്ലെയിസ് തിങ്ങ് അനിമൽ

National Heritage Quiz

A quiz that challenges students to explore India's rich heritage, famous places, personalities, traditions and cultural treasures.

Participants:

Maximum 2 teams, with 2 students per team
Classes 7, 8, 9 and 10

🎨 പറയാം ഇതിനൊരു കഥ വരയാം

Poster Making & Writing Competition

An opportunity for young creators to combine imagination, visual expression and storytelling while exploring themes connected with heritage.

Participants:

Maximum 4 participants
Classes 7, 8 and 9

👑 ഇല്ലാത്ത കൂത്തിന്റെ മറക്കാത്ത മുഖം

Headgear Making Competition

Students will bring their creativity to life by designing and making traditional or heritage-inspired headgear.

Participants:

1 team of 2 students
Classes 9, 10 and 11

🐘 ആനയും കുറുമ്പും

Toy Making Competition

A hands-on creative challenge where students transform simple materials into imaginative toys inspired by traditional culture and heritage.

Participants:

Maximum 1 team of 2 students
Classes 9, 10 and 11

🎭 കഥ, ചിരികഥ, ആനകഥ

Mono-Drama Competition

A single performer takes the stage to tell a story through acting, expression and imagination.

Participant:

1 participant per school
Classes 9, 10 and 11

🎨 കഥകളി, കളറുകളുടെ കളരി

Kathakali Face-Painting Workshop

Students get an opportunity to explore the vibrant colours, patterns and artistic traditions of Kathakali, one of Kerala's most iconic performing art forms.

Participants:

Maximum 4 participants
Classes 7, 8 and 9

Interested schools may fill the registration form

Birdspiracy AI Competition 2026 – Win Up to ₹25,000

2026-10-05T10:03:38.488+05:30

The Birdspiracy AI Competition 2026 is a free national-level AI competition inviting students from Classes 9 to 12 to identify real-world problems and propose innovative solutions using artificial intelligence.

The competition encourages students to think creatively about how AI can address meaningful issues. No coding experience is required, and participants from any academic background can take part.

With a total prize pool of ₹50,000, the competition offers students an opportunity to showcase their ideas, problem-solving skills and understanding of AI.

Last Date to Apply

22 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST

About the Birdspiracy AI Competition

Birdspiracy AI Competition 2026 is designed for school students who are interested in exploring the potential of artificial intelligence.

Participants need to identify a real problem, explain its impact, and develop a proposed AI-powered solution. The competition focuses not only on the use of AI but also on how clearly students can explain their idea, its feasibility and its potential limitations.

Students can participate individually or form teams of up to four members.

Eligibility

The competition is open to:

Students studying in Classes 9 to 12

Students from any school

Participants from any subject background

Teams of 1 to 4 students

Students from India as well as entrants from other countries

Students with or without coding experience

There is no entry fee.

A school can enter any number of teams, but each team can submit only one entry.

What Do Participants Have to Submit?

Each team must prepare a presentation consisting of:

Title slide

4 to 6 content slides

Sources slide

The final presentation must be exported as a PDF and should not exceed 10 MB.

The complete PDF will therefore contain 6 to 8 pages.

The file should be named:

TeamName - SchoolName.pdf

Content Slide Requirements

The 4 to 6 content slides should address the following areas:

1. The Issue – 10 Marks

Participants should identify a real-world problem that they can observe and describe.

The presentation should explain:

What the problem is

Who is affected by it

How large or significant the problem is

Evidence supporting the existence and impact of the problem

2. Solution and AI Impact – 20 Marks

Students should present their proposed solution and explain the role of AI.

The presentation should cover:

What the proposed solution is

What AI would do as part of the solution

What solutions already exist

How the proposed idea is different

What is required to make the solution work

Where the solution could fail or face limitations

How the solution could be built

3. Presentation – 10 Marks

The judges will also assess how effectively the presentation communicates the idea.

Students should make their slides clear, organised and convincing.

A sources slide is mandatory. An entry without a sources slide cannot score more than 5 marks for presentation.

Prizes

The Birdspiracy AI Competition 2026 has a total prize pool of ₹50,000, distributed among the top three teams.

Position Prize

🥇 First Place ₹25,000

🥈 Second Place ₹15,000

🥉 Third Place ₹10,000

Prizes will be paid in Indian rupees.

Certificates for Participants

Every team that submits a complete and valid presentation will receive a Certificate of AI Innovation.

The certificate will be personalised with:

Student's name

Team name

School name

It will be co-signed by the Chief Academic Judge and the founders, Sam Irfan and Ishat Gangatkar.

The top three teams will additionally receive exclusive 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place certificates.

Why Should Students Participate?

The Birdspiracy AI Competition provides students with an opportunity to go beyond simply learning about artificial intelligence. Participants can explore a real-world issue, think about how technology could address it, and present their idea in a structured and persuasive way.

Since coding experience is not required, students from different academic backgrounds can participate. The competition can be particularly useful for students interested in AI, technology, innovation, problem-solving, science and entrepreneurship.

International Student Essay Writing Competition 2026

2026-09-26T00:00:00.000+05:30

Express Your Ideas. Inspire the World.

The International Student Essay Writing Competition 2026 provides young writers with an opportunity to express their ideas, creativity and perspectives on important topics that affect our world.

Students can showcase their writing skills and compete for exciting prizes and recognition at both individual and school levels.

GEMA International Young Scientist Award 2026

2026-09-26T00:00:00.000+05:30

Explore Science. Create. Experiment. Inspire.

GEMA is organizing the International Young Scientist Award 2026, an international platform designed to encourage creativity, scientific thinking and innovation among young students.

Students can participate by submitting a recorded video or a written project report with images, presenting an experiment, activity, working model or chart-based project that demonstrates a scientific concept.

The competition encourages students to explore science beyond textbooks and classroom activities through simple, creative and interesting projects.

Group	Grades
Newton	Grades 1–3
Einstein	Grades 4–6
Galileo	Grades 7–9
Darwin	Grades 10–12

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated on:

Creativity – 30%
Scientific Knowledge – 30%
Persuasiveness and Communication – 20%
Overall Presentation – 20%

Prizes and Recognition

Gold, Silver and Bronze Trophy winners in each category
10 Gold Medals for Outstanding Projects in each category
Recognition in press releases for selected winners
E-Certificate for every participant
Trophy and Certificate for teachers/coordinators sending bulk entries
Special recognition and Trophy for the school with the most entries

Important Dates

Challenge Opens: 30 May 2026
Last Date for Registration and Submission: 31 October 2026
Winner Announcement: 1 December 2026
E-Certificate: 1 December 2026
Trophy/Medal Dispatch: February 2027

Registration

Registration Fee: INR 500 per participant

Who Can Participate?

Students from Grades 1 to 12 can participate in their respective age groups.

The Young Scientist Award provides an opportunity for students to turn scientific curiosity into practical exploration and share their ideas with an international audience.

Observe. Experiment. Create. Discover.

LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026-27

2026-09-25T19:50:26.562+05:30

The LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026-27 offers financial assistance to meritorious students from economically weaker sections who are pursuing higher education in India. The scholarship is offered by the LIC Golden Jubilee Foundation and covers students entering eligible degree, diploma, vocational and technical courses.

Applications for the 2026-27 scholarship are open until 30 September 2026.

About LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship

The scholarship is intended to support students who need financial assistance to continue their education and improve their opportunities for higher studies and employment.

The scheme has two categories:

General Scholarship: For students after Class 12 or Diploma
Special Scholarship: For students after Class 10 who continue into higher, technical or vocational education

The scholarship is available to eligible students across India.

Eligibility Criteria

General Scholarship – After Class 12/Diploma

Applicants must:

Have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with at least 60% marks or an equivalent CGPA.
Have passed the examination in the academic years 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26.
Have taken admission in the 2026-27 academic year for the first year of an eligible course.
Have parents/guardians whose annual income from all sources does not exceed ₹4,50,000.

Eligible courses include:

MBBS, BAMS, BHMS and BDS
BE, B.Tech and B.Arch
Graduation in any discipline
Integrated courses
Diploma courses
Vocational courses through government-recognised institutions
Courses at eligible Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)

Special Scholarship – After Class 10

Applicants must:

Have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Have passed the examination in the academic years 2023-24, 2024-25 or 2025-26.
Have taken admission in the 2026-27 academic year for the first year of Intermediate/10+2, vocational or diploma courses.
Have parents/guardians with an annual income not exceeding ₹4,50,000.

The course or institution must meet the scheme's requirements, including government-recognised institutions and eligible ITIs.

last date of submission of Online Application is: 30.09.2026

NSSC 2026 Astrophotography Challenge

2026-09-25T19:31:02.567+05:30

The night sky offers countless subjects for photographers to discover, from the Moon and planets to distant galaxies and nebulae. The NSSC 2026 Astrophotography Challenge invites students to capture the beauty of the cosmos and showcase their photography skills through an original space-themed image.

Organized as part of the National Students' Space Challenge (NSSC) 2026, the event is an individual, fully online challenge open to both school and college students.

International Design Competition 2026

2026-09-25T19:08:23.613+05:30

CADD Centre Design and Innovation Challenge

Students interested in engineering, product design, automotive technology, aeronautics, mechatronics, and emerging mobility solutions can participate in the International Design Competition (IDC) 2026, organized by CADD Centre Group in partnership with Dassault Systèmes.

The competition is designed to give students hands-on exposure to modern design and engineering technologies while challenging them to develop solutions for emerging industry problems.

IDC 2026 focuses on four key aspects of future-ready talent: First Principles Thinking, Problem Prevention, Multi-Disciplinary Competence, and the use of advanced technologies such as AI and AR/VR/MR/XR.

About International Design Competition 2026

The International Design Competition 2026 provides students with an opportunity to learn and apply design, modelling, simulation, validation, and presentation skills through a multi-stage competitive format.

Participants will work with the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform, a technology platform adopted by more than 10,000 enterprises in India, according to the organizers.

One of the highlights of IDC 2026 is the complimentary training provided before every round, with the organizers stating that the training is otherwise worth ₹1,00,000.

Competition Format

IDC 2026 follows a hybrid, multi-stage format consisting of four stages.

Round 1 – Online MCQ Assessment

The competition begins with an online multiple-choice question (MCQ) assessment designed to test participants' knowledge and understanding.

Round 2 – Digital Design and Modelling

Participants move into practical design activities using the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.

This stage focuses on digital design and modelling skills.

Round 3 – Simulation, Validation and Presentation

Participants apply their design skills to areas including:

Simulation
Design validation
Digital modelling
Technical presentation

Grand Finale – AR/VR-Based Presentation

Finalists will participate in a live AR/VR-based presentation before an industry jury.

The Grand Finale is scheduled to be held at IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai, as announced by knowledge partner PALS.

Competition Domains

IDC 2026 features four competition categories:

1. Industrial Equipment

Participants can explore design and engineering solutions related to industrial equipment and systems.

2. New Energy for Data Centres

This category focuses on innovative solutions connected with new energy technologies for data centres.

3. eVTOL / Drones

Participants can develop ideas and designs related to electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) systems and drones.

4. Last-Mile Mobility

This category focuses on solutions for last-mile transportation and mobility, encouraging participants to explore innovative approaches to future mobility.

Who Can Participate?

The competition is open to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students from relevant engineering and design disciplines.

Eligible fields include:

Mechanical Engineering
Automotive Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Mechatronics
Industrial Design
Product Design

Participants can register individually or as part of a team.

Prizes

IDC 2026 offers a total cash prize pool of ₹3.6 lakh+ across the four competition categories.

Category-Wise Awards

Position	Prize
Winner – Each Category	₹50,000 + Trophy + Certificate
1st Runner-Up – Each Category	₹25,000 + Trophy + Certificate
2nd Runner-Up – Each Category	₹15,000 + Trophy + Certificate
All Participants	Certificate of Participation

With four competition categories, the stated category-level awards alone account for ₹3.6 lakh in cash prizes.

Training on 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

A major component of IDC 2026 is the opportunity to receive complimentary training before every round.

The training is intended to help participants develop practical skills in areas such as:

3D design
Digital modelling
Simulation
Validation
Product development
Technical presentation
AR/VR-based visualization

The organizers state that the complimentary training has a value of ₹1,00,000.

Youth Ideathon 2026: Innovation Challenge for School and College Students

2026-09-25T19:03:16.767+05:30

Have an idea that could solve a real-world problem? Youth Ideathon 2026 (YI26) invites school and college students across India to turn their ideas into innovative solutions.

The competition is open to students from Classes 8 to 12 as well as undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes. Participants can submit their ideas individually or work together in teams of up to five members.

The initiative also brings schools, colleges, teachers, mentors, and educational leaders into the innovation ecosystem through dedicated registration and development programmes.

Who Can Participate?

Youth Ideathon 2026 is open to:

Students of Classes 8 to 12
Undergraduate (UG) students
Postgraduate (PG) students
Students participating individually or in teams of up to 5 members

Schools and colleges across India can also register their institutions to encourage students to participate in the competition.

Submit Your Idea

Students can submit their innovative ideas through the official Youth Ideathon platform.

Ideas can be submitted:

Individually, or
In teams of up to 5 students

The challenge provides students with an opportunity to identify problems around them and develop ideas that could create meaningful impact in society, industry, communities, or education.

Key Themes of Youth Ideathon 2026

Participants can develop ideas around several important areas of innovation.

1. AI and Chip Innovation

Develop AI-powered products and explore semiconductor and chip design to create the next generation of intelligent hardware and technology solutions.

2. Sustainability

Create solutions addressing environmental and sustainability challenges, including:

Clean energy
Waste management
Water conservation
Climate action

3. Space

Develop innovative ideas related to:

Satellite technology
Space data
Navigation
Space-based applications that can improve life on Earth

4. Next Billion Innovation Challenge

Build affordable and scalable technology solutions for rural India, vernacular-language users, and first-time internet users.

This theme encourages participants to think about accessibility and how technology can reach communities that may be underserved by existing digital solutions.

5. Supporting Girl Entrepreneurs

Develop products, platforms, and solutions that support women entrepreneurs and encourage women-led innovation.

6. EdTech

Create technology-enabled solutions for education and skill development.

Ideas can focus on areas such as:

K–12 education
Higher education
Skill development
Personalized learning
Accessibility
Bridging the education gap

7. Open Innovation

Students aren't limited to the listed themes. Through Open Innovation, participants can choose a problem of their own and develop a solution that can create an impact for society, industry, or communities.

School and College Registration

Schools and colleges can participate by registering their institutions on the Youth Ideathon platform.

The institution registration process helps ensure that the school or college appears on the platform for students and mentors.

Institutions interested in encouraging student innovation can complete the registration through the official Youth Ideathon website.

Idea Submission Deadline 24th October 2026

NAVYANTRA – Build Beyond Boundaries: 24-Hour National Level Hardware Hackathon 2026

2026-09-25T18:50:24.427+05:30

Students interested in electronics, robotics, embedded systems, automation, and hardware innovation can put their engineering skills into practice at NAVYANTRA – Build Beyond Boundaries, a 24-hour National Level Hardware Hackathon being held in Bengaluru in October 2026.

OpenCV AI Competition 2026: Build the Future of Computer Vision with AWS

2026-09-25T18:42:29.358+05:30

Are you passionate about Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and cloud technologies? The OpenCV AI Competition 2026, powered by AWS, is an opportunity to build innovative vision systems that can see, reason, and act using OpenCV 5 and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

The competition is open to developers, students, researchers, and teams interested in creating practical AI and computer vision solutions.

GEMA International Student Speaker Competition 2026

2026-09-25T00:00:00.000+05:30

Speak with Confidence. Inspire with Your Voice.

GEMA is organizing the International Student Speaker Competition 2026, an international public speaking competition conducted through recorded video submissions.

The competition aims to develop students' communication and public speaking skills while encouraging them to express their thoughts with confidence, clarity and creativity.

Students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 can participate and showcase their ability to communicate ideas, develop leadership qualities and inspire others.

Categories and Topics

Category	Topic
Nursery / Preparatory / Kindergarten / Below Grade 1	Why I Love My Family
Grades 1–3	If I Could Invent One Law
Grades 4–6	Is Competition Good or Harmful?
Grades 7–9	Can Artificial Intelligence Replace Human Creativity?
Grades 10–12	Is Academic Success Overrated?

How Will Entries Be Judged?

Entries will be evaluated on the following criteria:

Criteria	Marks
Content / Substance	25
Oratory Skills	25
Presentation Skills	20
Clarity of Thought	20
Confidence	10
Total	100

Prizes and Certificates

One winner in each category will receive a Trophy and Certificate.
Five additional Inspiring and Outstanding Videos in each category will receive Medals and Certificates.
Every participant will receive a Certificate.

Participation Fee

INR 500 per entry

Important Date

Last Date for Registration and Submission: 31 October 2026

The competition provides students with an opportunity to develop their voice, express their ideas and gain valuable experience in public speaking.

Speak. Express. Inspire.

Let your ideas be heard and your voice inspire others.

International Abacus Olympiad 2026

2026-09-25T00:00:00.000+05:30

The International Abacus Olympiad 2026 provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their mental calculation, numerical skills and abacus proficiency in an online international competition.

NSSC 2026 Short Film Making Challenge

2026-09-25T00:00:00.000+05:30

Space-Themed Film Competition for College Students

College students with an interest in filmmaking, storytelling, cinematography, and space can participate in the NSSC 2026 Short Film Making Challenge, organized as part of the National Students' Space Challenge (NSSC) 2026 at IIT Kharagpur.

The team-based event invites students to transform ideas about space, exploration, mystery, and humanity's future among the stars into original short films.

International Scratch Olympiad 2026

2026-09-25T00:00:00.000+05:30

Water – Every Drop Matters

Welcome to the International Scratch Olympiad 2026, a global competition where young innovators can turn their creativity into code using Scratch, the block-based programming platform developed by MIT.

The competition gives students an opportunity to demonstrate their programming skills, problem-solving abilities and creativity through engaging Scratch projects.

GEMA International Short Story Writing Competition 2026

2026-09-24T18:05:56.965+05:30

Kick Off Your Next Adventure

Do you love creating characters, imagining new worlds and telling stories?

The GEMA International Short Story Writing Competition 2026 invites young writers aged 18 years or younger to showcase their storytelling skills and share their imagination with readers around the world.

Participants have the opportunity to have their stories published in the Best Story Book by and for Kids, which will be distributed globally. Winners can also receive Trophies, Medals, KidZania Passes, Training Programmes and Certificates.

The competition brings together young writers from 35 countries, providing an exciting international platform for budding authors.

Competition Categories

Participants can enter one category only and only one entry per person is accepted.

Category	Age	Minimum Story Length
Sub-junior	7–8 years	300 words
Junior	9–11 years	500 words
Middle	12–14 years	700 words
Senior	15–18 years	1,000 words

Maximum length for all categories: 1,500 words

Story Guidelines

Stories must be written in English.
Entries must be submitted as a typed DOC file.
Handwritten entries will not be accepted.
Participants may choose any topic or genre for their story.
Only one story per participant is permitted.

Information to Include with Your Story

The following details should be provided below the story:

Full Name
Date of Birth
Category Entered
Transaction Number generated by Stripe after payment of the entry fee
Title of the Story
Email Address
School Name
Country

A parent’s or teacher’s email address may be provided if required.

Publication and Prizes

Selected stories will have the opportunity to be published in the Best Story Book by and for Kids, giving young writers the chance to see their work published and shared internationally.

Participants can also compete for:

Trophies
Medals
KidZania Passes
Training Programmes
Certificates

Important Date

Last Date to Register and Submit Story: 31 October 2026

Who Can Participate?

Young writers aged 7 to 18 years can participate in the appropriate age category.

Whether you love adventure, mystery, fantasy, science fiction, humour, friendship or real-life stories, this is your opportunity to turn your imagination into words.

Write Your Story. Share Your Imagination. Get Published.

Take up the challenge and let your story travel beyond borders.

International Spell Bee 2026

2026-09-24T17:56:34.565+05:30

International Spell Bee 2026

Calling All Students for a Bright Future

The International Spell Bee 2026 is an online spelling competition for students of Grades 1 to 8. The competition provides students with an opportunity to improve their spelling, vocabulary and language skills while competing with students from across the world.

Letters Without Borders: Letter Writing Competition

2026-09-24T17:47:16.512+05:30

Can a letter cross borders without a passport?

Absolutely. A few heartfelt words can travel across countries, languages, cultures and generations, bringing people closer together.

The “Letters Without Borders” letter-writing challenge invites young writers to pick up their pens and let their imagination, feelings and ideas travel beyond boundaries.

This is more than a writing competition. It is an opportunity to express, connect, reflect and inspire through the timeless art of letter writing.

What Does “Letters Without Borders” Mean?

Your letter should go beyond the borders that sometimes separate us, whether they are countries, languages, cultures or generations.

Write about an experience, a person, an idea or a message that has the power to connect people everywhere.

Your letter could express:

Gratitude towards someone who made a difference in your life
Kindness and compassion towards others
Courage to face challenges
Unity and the importance of understanding one another
A memorable personal experience
Hope for a better and kinder world
A connection between different generations
A message that brings people from different cultures together

Objective

The challenge aims to provide young writers with a platform for personal expression, gratitude and storytelling.

It encourages participants to:

Develop creative and effective communication skills
Reflect on their experiences, feelings and ideas
Nurture empathy and emotional intelligence
Appreciate different cultures and perspectives
Understand the importance of kindness and social responsibility
Discover the joy and value of letter writing

Let Your Imagination Lead the Way

There are no borders to imagination.

Your letter could be addressed to someone you know or someone you have never met.

You could write to:

A child living in another country
Your favourite author or literary character
Your future self
A grandparent or someone from an older generation
A child who will live many years from now
Someone who has inspired you
A person from a different culture
Humanity itself

Select your age category to discover creative ideas, writing directions and perspectives specially designed for your age group.

Prizes and Recognition

The competition offers recognition for outstanding entries in each age group.

Prizes in Each Group

First Prize – 1 winner
Second Prize – 1 winner
Third Prize – 1 winner
Appreciation Prizes – 5 winners

Certificate for Every Participant

Every participant will receive a Digital Certificate for taking part in the challenge.

School-Level Recognition

School Level Winners will also be recognised for schools submitting 50 or more entries.

Important Date

Last Date to Register and Submit

30 September 2026

Participants are encouraged to begin planning and writing their letters well in advance of the deadline.

DRUNIX Hackathon 2026

2026-09-15T21:22:15.890+05:30

What will the future of payments in India look like?

The DRUNIX Hackathon 2026, a fintech innovation initiative launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in collaboration with Citi, is inviting innovators to imagine, build and prototype solutions that could transform India's payments ecosystem.

Launched at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, the hackathon brings together technology enthusiasts, developers, entrepreneurs and innovators to explore new possibilities in digital payments.

The central idea is clear:

Innovation × Scale × Impact

Participants are encouraged to go beyond ideas and turn their concepts into working fintech prototypes that can address real-world challenges and create meaningful impact.

🚀 What is the DRUNIX Hackathon?

The DRUNIX Hackathon is an opportunity for innovators to collaborate, ideate and develop technology-driven solutions for the rapidly evolving fintech and payments ecosystem.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore new approaches to payment technologies and build solutions designed with three important principles in mind:

Innovation – Develop new and creative approaches to payment challenges.
Scale – Think about solutions that can work for millions of users.
Impact – Address real-world problems and create meaningful value.

The hackathon is particularly relevant for those interested in fintech, digital payments, software development, APIs, artificial intelligence, financial technology and entrepreneurship.

🏦 NPCI × Citi: A Powerful Collaboration

The hackathon is organised by two major names in the financial and technology ecosystem:

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) × Citi

NPCI plays a central role in India's digital payments infrastructure, while Citi brings extensive global experience in financial services and technology.

Together, the organisations aim to encourage innovators to explore new ideas and technologies that could contribute to the next generation of payment solutions.

💡 Build With Real Payment Infrastructure

One of the exciting aspects of the DRUNIX Hackathon is the opportunity for selected innovators to access NPCI APIs and infrastructure for developing their solutions.

Instead of simply preparing a theoretical concept, participants can potentially use these resources to prototype and demonstrate how their solutions could work in practice.

This provides an excellent opportunity for developers and technology students to gain hands-on experience in building solutions around real-world fintech infrastructure.

🤖 From Idea to Working Prototype

The hackathon encourages participants to follow a journey from ideation to implementation.

A successful team could begin by identifying a problem in the payments ecosystem, develop an innovative approach, design the technical architecture and then build a functional prototype.

The focus is therefore not just on having a great idea.

The goal is to build something that works—and can make a difference.

Participants are expected to collaborate, experiment with technology and develop solutions that demonstrate both technical potential and real-world usefulness.

🌐 Who Can Participate?

The hackathon is open to innovators interested in technology-driven solutions for the fintech and payments ecosystem.

It can be an excellent opportunity for:

Software developers
Engineering and technology students
Fintech enthusiasts
AI/ML innovators
Entrepreneurs and startup teams
Product builders
UI/UX and technology innovators
Anyone interested in the future of digital payments

Participants should be prepared to ideate, collaborate and develop a working prototype using the resources and infrastructure made available during the hackathon.

JJALMAK International Youth Film Festival 2026: Young Voices, Big Ideas

2026-09-15T21:13:52.653+05:30

What does a safer future look like through the eyes of a young person?

The 2026 JJALMAK International Youth Film Festival (JIYFF) is inviting young creators from around the world to answer that question through the power of film.

Designed for young people aged 7 to 18, the festival provides an international platform for children and teenagers to imagine the future, explore the meaning of safety, and express their ideas through short films.

YP Hackathon Challenge 2026: Innovate, Collaborate and Shape the Digital Earth

2026-09-15T21:04:44.940+05:30

Are you a student or young professional passionate about technology, geoscience, artificial intelligence, and solving real-world problems? The YP Hackathon Challenge 2026 offers an exciting opportunity to turn your ideas into innovative solutions for a smarter and more sustainable world.

With the theme “Digital Earth – Modeling, Mapping, and Monitoring,” the hackathon invites young innovators to explore the possibilities of Geoscience, Remote Sensing, AI/ML, Big Data, and Geo-intelligence.

Aspiring Authors: National Writing Challenge

2026-09-14T08:23:02.804+05:30

A Children-Led Movement Celebrating Creativity, Inclusion & Neurodiversity

Turn Their Stories Into Published Books!! ✨

Every child carries a story waiting to be shared.

Some stories are filled with magical kingdoms and brave heroes. Others take shape as heartfelt poems, imaginative adventures, or colorful dreams brought to life through words and illustrations. At Aspiring Authors, the belief is simple yet powerful: every child deserves the opportunity to share their voice with the world.

That vision inspired the launch of the National Writing Challenge — a platform where young creators can become real published authors.

✍️ National Writing Challenge: Where Stories Take Flight!

Children across the country are invited to dream, write, create, and shine.

Whether it is a short story, poem, artwork, or imaginative idea, the challenge encourages young minds to:

Express their creativity freely
Build confidence through storytelling
Celebrate their individuality
Experience professional publishing
Become officially published authors with ISBN-recognized books

Every story matters.
Every imagination deserves recognition. ❤️

 Celebrating Neurodiversity & Inclusion

Aspiring Authors proudly celebrates children who think, learn, and express themselves in unique ways.

The initiative especially welcomes:

Neurodivergent children
Students with special educational needs
Emerging writers and artists
Quiet thinkers with powerful imaginations

Creativity is never limited to one form.

Some children communicate through stories.
Some through drawings and illustrations.
Others through vivid ideas that simply need the right platform to shine.

The movement is built to ensure every child feels:
 Seen
 Valued
 Included
 Celebrated

📝 WRITING CATEGORIES & PROMPTS

Category I — Ages 8–10

Word Limit: 400–600 words

Prompt: The Day My Shadow Disappeared

One morning, you discover that your shadow has completely disappeared. Where has it gone? Can you find it? What happens during your search?

Category II — Ages 11–13

Word Limit: 600–800 words

Prompt: The Secret Door in My School

You discover a mysterious door in your school that nobody seems to know about. Where does it lead? What do you discover behind it? And why has the door remained a secret?

Category III — Ages 14–16

Word Limit: 800–1,000 words

Prompt: The World Forgot How to Dream

One morning, people everywhere suddenly lose the ability to imagine, create, and dream. You are one of the few people who can still dream. What happens next?

Category IV — Ages 17–18

Word Limit: 1,000–1,500 words

Prompt: The Choice That Changed Tomorrow

You are given an opportunity to make one decision that could change the future of your community, your country, or even the world. But every choice has consequences. What do you choose, and what happens because of your decision?

IMPORTANT DATES

Last Date of Submission: 25 October 2026
Result Declaration: 15 November 2026

戮✨ Where Imagination Comes Alive

Imagine a young Indian child sitting with a notebook, carefully writing a story.

As the child writes, imagination fills the space around them:

 Dragons soaring across colorful skies
 Rockets traveling through galaxies
 Magical books opening into fantasy worlds
 Bright ideas floating like stars
曆 Dreams transforming into stories

For many children, storytelling becomes more than writing — it becomes a way to express emotions, creativity, hope, and identity.

Aspiring Authors exists to ensure those stories are heard.

 Becoming a Published Author in 3 Simple Steps

1️⃣ Creating the Story

Children can submit:

Stories
Poems
Adventures
Personal reflections
Fantasy tales
Inspirational writing

 Illustrations and digital artwork are also welcome.

2️⃣ Submitting the Work

Participants can send:
✅ Their writing
✅ A creative cover page
✅ Optional illustrations
✅ A short author biography

3️⃣ Getting Published

Selected works are:
✨ Professionally edited
✨ Published in a real book
✨ Assigned an official ISBN number
✨ Shared with readers worldwide 

Young creators may also:
 Earn royalties
 Unlock rewards
 Gain recognition as published authors

 The Mission 

At Aspiring Authors, the mission is both simple and meaningful:

✨ To give every child a voice.
Every story deserves to be heard — no matter how it is told, drawn, or imagined.

✨ To celebrate creativity in all its forms.
From magical adventures to colorful artwork, every expression of imagination is valued.

✨ To build acceptance and belonging.
By publishing stories from children with diverse learning styles and experiences, the movement encourages kindness, understanding, and inclusion.

Because when children share their unspoken stories and written dreams, the world becomes brighter, kinder, and more compassionate. ❤️

 Letting Young Imaginations Fly

A child’s story has the power to inspire.
A poem can make someone smile.
An idea can spark change.

The National Writing Challenge gives young creators the chance to transform imagination into something real — a published book that can be treasured forever.

 Every child has a story.
 Every child deserves a platform.
✨ Every dream deserves to be written.

National Quiz Competition on CA Day 2026 – Participate & Win Cash Prizes

2026-09-09T00:00:00.000+05:30

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) , in collaboration with MyGov , is inviting citizens across India to participate in the National Quiz Competition on CA Day .

The quiz is designed to increase awareness about the accounting profession, the role of Chartered Accountants in nation-building, financial governance, taxation, auditing, entrepreneurship, and the contribution of ICAI to strengthening India's economy.

Olympian Lakshmikant Pandey Trust Debate Competition 2026

2026-09-08T00:00:00.000+05:30

The Olympian Lakshmikant Pandey Trust Debate Competition 2026 is an online debate competition that gives students an opportunity to develop their public speaking, analytical thinking, argumentation and communication skills.

The competition will focus on the contemporary constitutional issue of judicial independence in India.

Debate Topic

“Judicial Independence in India: Reality or Constitutional Idea?”

Participants can speak For or Against the motion and must clearly state their position before beginning their speech.

Eligibility

The competition is open to students from all streams and backgrounds.

Competition Format

Mode: Online
Platform: Google Meet
Speaking time: 4 minutes
Question & answer: 2 minutes
Each participant will answer one question from the judges.
Participants must have a working camera, microphone and stable internet connection.
The preliminary rounds will be conducted in multiple online meetings.
The top participants from the preliminary rounds will qualify for the final.

Judging Criteria

Participants will be evaluated on:

Body Language – 20 marks
Topic Clarity – 10 marks
Content – 10 marks
Language Command – 20 marks
Time Management – 10 marks
Etiquette – 10 marks
Answering Skills – 20 marks

Total: 100 marks

Prizes

1st Prize: ₹2,000
2nd Prize: ₹1,000
3rd Prize: ₹500
4th Prize: ₹250
5th Prize: ₹150
6th–10th Rank: ₹100 each
11th–20th Rank: ₹50 each
21st–30th Rank: ₹25 each

All participants will receive an E-Certificate, while rank holders will receive an E-Certificate of Merit along with their award.

Important Dates

Preliminary Rounds: 24–25 November 2026
Final Round: 26 November 2026
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Mode: Online
Registration Fee: ₹49 per participant

How to Register?

Students can register online through the registration form provided by the organiser.

Know Your GI Tags – From Manipur to the World Quiz 2026

2026-09-08T00:00:00.000+05:30

The Know Your GI Tags – From Manipur to the World Quiz is a MyGov quiz hosted by MyGov Manipur to help citizens learn about India’s rich Geographical Indication (GI) heritage. The quiz highlights traditional handicrafts, handlooms, agricultural products and food products associated with different regions of India, with special attention to GI-tagged products from Manipur.

Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 – India’s Biggest Idea Competition

2026-09-07T21:11:31.508+05:30

Have an idea that could improve everyday life, transform an industry, support communities, or create meaningful change? Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 invites undergraduate and postgraduate students across India to turn their ideas into compelling solutions and present them to Tata leaders.

The challenge is presented by the Tata Group and is open to full-time college students from any stream across India. Participants progress through quizzes, reasoning challenges and an idea-pitch stage, with shortlisted participants getting opportunities to interact with Tata leaders.

The Tata Imagination Challenge is designed to give young innovators a platform to share ideas that can potentially make a positive impact on industries, communities or society.

Ideas do not have to be huge or highly complex. Tata encourages participants to present original, meaningful and practical concepts that can create positive change.

👩‍🎓 Who Can Participate?

Students are eligible if they:

Are currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate course .
Are studying full-time .
Are from any stream .
Are enrolled in a university or college in India.
Have completed 10+2 or equivalent .
Are pursuing an eligible regular/full-time course approved by the relevant authorities.
Have started classes for the current academic year.

Students who have only received admission but whose classes have not started, distance/correspondence students, graduates who have completed their course, and non-full-time students are not eligible.

🏆 Rewards and Benefits

The challenge offers participants opportunities to showcase their ideas and interact with Tata leaders.

🌟 For Finalists

Up to 30 finalists can receive:

Fully sponsored two-day experience in Mumbai
Tata brand goodies
Visits to Bombay House, Taj Palace and Tata Experience Centre
Interaction with Tata leaders and TAS managers
Opportunity to meet fellow finalists
Participation certificate

🥇 For Winners

The Top 10 winners will receive:

₹2,00,000 cash prize each
Tata Trails — an all-expenses-paid immersion at an iconic Tata location
Opportunities to explore career opportunities with the Tata Group

🚀 Why Participate?

Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 gives students an opportunity to:

Put their original ideas in front of Tata leaders
Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Learn how to pitch and defend an idea
Interact with experienced Tata professionals
Experience iconic Tata locations
Compete for cash prizes
Explore potential career opportunities with the Tata Group

🔗 How to Participate

Participants can register through the official Tata Imagination Challenge page. The official process begins with signing up on Unstop , registering for the challenge and then starting Round 1.

Scholastic World - Contests for Indian Students

Young INTACH Heritage Festival 2026

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Birdspiracy AI Competition 2026 – Win Up to ₹25,000

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International Student Essay Writing Competition 2026

Express Your Ideas. Inspire the World.

GEMA International Young Scientist Award 2026

Explore Science. Create. Experiment. Inspire.

Categories

Judging Criteria

Prizes and Recognition

Important Dates

Registration

Who Can Participate?

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LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship 2026-27

About LIC Golden Jubilee Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

General Scholarship – After Class 12/Diploma

Special Scholarship – After Class 10

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NSSC 2026 Astrophotography Challenge

International Design Competition 2026

CADD Centre Design and Innovation Challenge

About International Design Competition 2026

Competition Format

Round 1 – Online MCQ Assessment

Round 2 – Digital Design and Modelling

Round 3 – Simulation, Validation and Presentation

Grand Finale – AR/VR-Based Presentation

Competition Domains

1. Industrial Equipment

2. New Energy for Data Centres

3. eVTOL / Drones

4. Last-Mile Mobility

Who Can Participate?

Prizes

Category-Wise Awards

Training on 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

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Youth Ideathon 2026: Innovation Challenge for School and College Students

Who Can Participate?

Submit Your Idea

Key Themes of Youth Ideathon 2026

1. AI and Chip Innovation

2. Sustainability

3. Space

4. Next Billion Innovation Challenge

5. Supporting Girl Entrepreneurs

6. EdTech

7. Open Innovation

School and College Registration

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NAVYANTRA – Build Beyond Boundaries: 24-Hour National Level Hardware Hackathon 2026

OpenCV AI Competition 2026: Build the Future of Computer Vision with AWS

GEMA International Student Speaker Competition 2026

Speak with Confidence. Inspire with Your Voice.

Categories and Topics

How Will Entries Be Judged?

Prizes and Certificates

Participation Fee

Important Date

Speak. Express. Inspire.

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International Abacus Olympiad 2026

NSSC 2026 Short Film Making Challenge

Space-Themed Film Competition for College Students

International Scratch Olympiad 2026

Water – Every Drop Matters

GEMA International Short Story Writing Competition 2026

Kick Off Your Next Adventure

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