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
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