National Intelligence Test 2026

Organised by the Economic Times, the National Intelligence Test 2026 is an opportunity for school students to explore their intellectual abilities, evaluate their aptitude and discover how they think. Designed for students from Classes 6 to 12, this online assessment goes beyond conventional academic performance to offer insights into a child's thinking abilities and intelligence.

• Eligible Classes: Classes 6 to 12

• Test Date: 20 December 2026 (Sunday)

• Duration: 90 minutes

• Mode: Online

Awards and Recognition

The National Intelligence Test 2026 features seven levels of recognition based on students' performance in their respective classes.

Award Category	Performance Criteria
Champion	Rank 1 – Top scorer in India in the respective class
Top 10	Ranks 1–10 among India's best students in the respective class
Gold	Top 1% nationally – 99th percentile and above
Silver	Top 5% – 95th to 98.99th percentile
Bronze	Top 15% – 85th to 94.99th percentile
Merit	Top 30% – 70th to 84.99th percentile
Achievement	Awarded to every student who completes the test

In addition, the Top 100 students will receive recognition through a feature on The Economic Times website, providing national-level visibility for their achievement.

Registration Deadline: 30th November 2026

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21st All India Child Art Competition

Art has always been one of the most beautiful and powerful ways for children to express their thoughts, emotions, and imagination. Continuing this tradition, the Nav Shri Art and Culture Organisation (NSAC) in collaboration with Himanshu Art Institute proudly announces the 22nd All India Child Art Competition 2026. This national-level art competition invites young artists from across India to showcase their creative vision through painting and coloring on inspiring themes.

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Objective of the Competition

The goal of this annual competition is to encourage artistic expression among children and provide them with a national platform to explore their ideas and imagination. Through art, children learn to think creatively, communicate visually, and express their emotions freely.

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Eligibility Criteria

The competition is open to children between the ages of 3 to 17 years. Participants from schools, art institutes, academies, and individuals who love art can all take part in this event.

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Age Groups and Topics

• Group J (03 to 06 Years): Fill Colour on Given Picture (Downloadable Picture Provided)

• Group A (07 to 10 Years): Me and My Robot

• Group B (11 to 14 Years): The Future of Earth

• Group C (15 to 17 Years): In Search of Inner Peace

Participants in Group J will color the picture provided, while participants in Groups A, B, and C will create original paintings on the respective topics.

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Awards and Prizes

Each age group will have the following awards:

• First Prize: ₹5,100 + Trophy + Award Certificate + Gift Hampers

• Second Prize: ₹2,100 + Trophy + Award Certificate + Gift Hampers

• Third Prize: ₹1,100 + Trophy + Award Certificate + Gift Hampers

• Consolation Prizes (3 per group): Trophy + Award Certificate + Gift Hampers

Additionally, every participant will receive a Participation Certificate, recognizing their effort and creativity.

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Participation Fee

• For NSAC Members: Free Entry

• For Other Participants: ₹250 per entry

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Important Dates

Last Date for Registration:

31st January 2027 Sunday

Declaration of Result :

14th March 2027 Sunday

How to Participate

Participants need to follow the registration procedure as mentioned by NSAC. After registration and fee payment (if applicable), artworks can be submitted as per the provided guidelines.

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Wave Star Challenge 2026: A Golden Opportunity for Young Women in STEM!

The Dr. J Ramachandran Maritime Foundation, in collaboration with AMET University, has launched an inspiring initiative—the Wave Star Challenge 2026—an exclusive online scholarship program designed to encourage female students of Classes 11 and 12 who have a passion for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).

This is more than just a scholarship exam—it's a platform to empower young women to confidently pursue STEM education and unlock their academic potential.

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Who Can Participate?

The program is open to:

• Female students currently studying in Class 11 or 12

• Students with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as core subjects

• English-medium students from State Boards, CBSE, or ICSE

If you dream big and love numbers, experiments, and scientific thinking—this is your chance!

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Exam Details

• Date: November 23, 2026

• Format: 100 objective-type MCQs

• Syllabus: Based on the respective board curriculum

• Mode: Fully online (via laptop or mobile)

Convenient, accessible, and designed for all aspiring young scholars!

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Exciting Prize Structure

The Wave Star Challenge offers scholarships + cash prizes, giving students a chance to gain both recognition and financial support.

Prize Category	Scholarship	Cash Prize	Total
🥇 1st Prize	₹20,000	₹20,000	₹40,000
🥈 2nd Prize	₹15,000	₹15,000	₹30,000
🥉 3rd Prize	₹8,000	₹7,000	₹15,000
For 200 participants	₹5,000	₹1,000	₹6,000
For 300 participants	₹3,000	₹500	₹3,500

Everyone who participates gains value—whether through scholarships, cash prizes, or recognition.

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Important Dates

• Exam Date: November 23, 2026

• Results: November 30, 2026

• Prize Distribution: 1st week of December 2026

Save the dates and prepare your strategy!

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Participation Benefits

• Certificate of Participation for all students

• Opportunity to gain financial scholarships, cash awards, and academic recognition

• A chance to shine on a national platform and boost your confidence in STEM disciplines

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International Kids' Owl Art Contest

The International Owl Art Contest is a globally recognized competition that invites young artists to showcase their creativity through owl-themed artwork. What started as a small local coloring contest in 2004 during the Festival of Owls has now grown into a prestigious international event, attracting over 2,000 entries from dozens of countries every year.

If you love art and wildlife, this contest is a perfect opportunity to express your creativity!

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RISE Hackathon 2026

Are you a school student with an innovative idea that could solve a real-world problem? The RISE Hackathon 2026 invites students from Grades 6 to 11 to turn their ideas into practical working projects. Organised by The Pupil Saveetha Eco School and The Pupil International School, the hackathon provides an opportunity for young innovators to explore technology, engineering, robotics and science through hands-on problem-solving. Jointly hosted by The Pupil Saveetha Eco School and The Pupil International School, with Saveetha Engineering College as Academic Partner, through the RISE Programme.

With five exciting challenge tracks, participants can work individually or in teams of up to three members. Registration is completely free, and selected finalist teams will get an opportunity to present their projects at the Grand Finale in Poonamallee, Chennai.

RISE Hackathon 2026 – Overview

• Competition Name: RISE Hackathon 2026

• Organisers: The Pupil Saveetha Eco School and The Pupil International School

• Academic Partner: Saveetha Engineering College

• Eligibility: Students studying in Grades 6 to 11

• Team Size: 1–3 students

• Registration Fee: Free

• Finalist Fee: ₹500 per team for teams selected among the Top 20

• Registration Period: 12 October – 7 November 2026

• Round 1 Submission Deadline: 7 November 2026, 11:59 PM IST

• Round 1 Results: 10 November 2026

• Grand Finale: 28 November 2026

• Finale Venue: Poonamallee, Chennai

Challenge Tracks

Participants can choose from five different tracks according to their interests and innovative ideas.

1. Robotics & Automation

This track focuses on developing automated systems that improve efficiency and accuracy.

Challenge idea: Build a system that checks whether every item is correctly packed in a box before shipment and alerts users when something is missing or incorrect.

2. Applied STEM

Explore practical applications of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Challenge idea: Develop a device that generates useful energy from sunlight, wind, footsteps or movement.

3. UAVs & Aerospace

This track encourages students to explore aerospace technology, sensors and related innovations.

Challenge idea: Create a sensor-based system that measures the distance of objects across a wide field of view. Building an actual drone is not compulsory.

4. Industry 6.0

Focus on smart industrial systems, monitoring and technological innovation.

Challenge idea: Develop a system that identifies which machine in a group is malfunctioning while using as few sensors as possible.

5. Open Innovation

Have an innovative idea that does not fit into the other categories? The Open Innovation track allows students to work on a problem of their choice.

Participants can identify a real-world challenge from their school, home or community and develop a practical working solution.

Who Can Participate?

The hackathon is open to students studying in Grades 6 to 11.

The following participation conditions apply:

• Students can participate individually or in teams.

• Each team must have between 1 and 3 students.

• A team can consist of one Team Leader and up to two teammates.

• All team members must be studying in Grades 6 to 11.

• Each student can participate in only one team.

• The Team Leader is responsible for registering the team and submitting the project.

The competition is particularly relevant to school students in Chennai and nearby areas, as the Grand Finale requires physical participation in Poonamallee, Chennai.

How to Participate?

The registration and Round 1 submission process takes place online.

Step 1: Sign in with Google

The Team Leader must sign in using a Gmail account. Students who do not have an account should seek assistance from a parent.

Step 2: Register Your Team

The Team Leader must complete the online registration form by providing the required details.

During registration, participants must:

• Select one of the five challenge tracks.

• Add up to two teammates, if applicable.

• Provide the teammates' Gmail addresses.

• Provide parent contact details.

A reference ID will be sent to the registered email address.

Step 3: Prepare the Round 1 Submission

After registration, the team can access its dashboard.

For Round 1, participants must submit:

1. A description of their project idea in a maximum of 500 words.

2. A presentation containing up to six slides using the official RISE PowerPoint template.

The presentation must be uploaded to Google Drive. Students should set the sharing permission to Anyone with the link – Viewer and paste the presentation link into their team dashboard.

Step 4: Submit the Project

The Team Leader must submit the project idea and presentation through the dashboard before the deadline.

Round 1 results will be communicated through email on 10 November 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Registration Opens	12 October 2026
Registration and Round 1 Submission Closes	7 November 2026
Round 1 Submission Deadline	7 November 2026, 11:59 PM IST
Round 1 Results	10 November 2026
Grand Finale	28 November 2026

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3rd ISAC International Junior Music Competition 2027

An international opportunity for young musicians aged 3–17!

Do you love singing or playing a musical instrument? Would you like to share your musical talent with an international audience? The 3rd ISAC International Junior Music Competition 2027, organised by Ise-Shima Art Company, Japan, invites young musicians from around the world to showcase their abilities and passion for music.

The competition welcomes performers of different musical traditions and offers students in India an opportunity to participate from home. There is no need to travel to Japan!

Who Can Participate?

The competition is open to young musicians who meet the following requirements:

Age: 3–17 years old at the time of submitting the application.

Nationality: Open to participants worldwide, including students in India.

Instruments: All musical instruments are welcome, including traditional instruments.

Solo Voice: Solo vocal performances are also accepted.

Accompaniment: Performances may be submitted with or without accompaniment.

Whether you play the piano, violin, guitar, flute, tabla, sitar or another instrument, or enjoy singing, this competition offers an opportunity to present your musical skills.

How to Participate

Participation is online, making it convenient for students to record their performances at home.

Step 1: Select Your Music

Choose one piece of your choice that showcases your musical ability. Select a piece that suits your age, skill level and musical interests.

Step 2: Record Your Performance

Record a continuous, unedited video of your performance.

Duration: 30 seconds to 10 minutes.

Smartphone recordings are accepted.

The video must clearly show the performer and the instrument, where applicable.

The recording must be continuous and unedited.

The video must be accessible through a URL without requiring a login or password.

Memorisation is optional.

Make sure the audio is clear and that your performance can be viewed easily by the jury.

Step 3: Submit the Application

A parent or legal guardian must provide consent for participation. The application must be completed by a parent or legal guardian, or by a teacher authorised by them.

Submit the application form and video link through the official competition website. Both the application and the required payment must be completed by the deadline.

Awards and Certificates

Every valid entry will receive one of the following awards:

Gold Prize

Silver Prize

Bronze Prize

Encouragement Prize

Gold, Silver and Bronze Prize certificates will be sent by post. Encouragement Prize certificates will be provided as PDF files by email.

Entries that are invalid or disqualified will not receive an award.

Application deadline

31 January 2027, 23:59 GMT

Early entry fee

JPY 5,000 per performance

Standard entry fee

JPY 7,000 per performance

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SPOT (Science Promotion Orient test) 2026 - Vikram Sarabhai Science Foundation

An exciting opportunity for young science enthusiasts from Classes III to XII!

Are you curious about the world around you? Do you enjoy exploring scientific concepts, asking questions and discovering how things work? The National Science Promotion Orient Test (SPOT) 2026–27, conducted by the Vikram Sarabhai Science Foundation (VSSF), offers students an opportunity to discover their scientific aptitude and take their interest in science to the next level.

School registrations are now open for the 2026–27 edition of SPOT. Students with a passion for science are encouraged to explore this opportunity through their schools.

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International Value Education Olympiad (IVEO) 2026

A meaningful learning opportunity for students of Classes V to XII!

Registration last date extended to 15 December 2026

Can you make a difference to society by practising good values and protecting the environment? The International Value Education Olympiad (IVEO) 2026 invites students to explore moral values, ethics, responsible citizenship and environmental conservation through an engaging combination of learning, an online examination and a practical environmental assignment.

The Olympiad is open to students from Classes V to XII across the world, and registration is free of cost.

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A&A Excursion to CERN 2027: An International Opportunity for Young Science Enthusiasts

 Are you passionate about physics, astronomy and the mysteries of the universe? Here is an exciting opportunity to explore the world of cutting-edge scientific research at one of the world's leading scientific laboratories!

The A&A Excursion to CERN 2027 is a one-week international programme organised at CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research) in Geneva, Switzerland. The programme will bring together just 15 high school and undergraduate students from around the world for an immersive experience in astroparticle physics, cosmology and astronomy.

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Aakash ANTHE 2026 – Register Now & Win Scholarships

Are you aspiring for a bright career in medicine or engineering? The Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2026 is your gateway to success! Test your knowledge, showcase your skills, and win exciting scholarships and awards.

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📅 Aakash ANTHE 2026 Exam Dates

• Online exam timing

  27th Oct – 1st Nov

  10 AM – 10 PM

  Take the exam anytime during the login window from the comfort of home.

  Offline exam timing

  9th Oct, 11th Oct, 25th Oct & 1st Nov

  10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  At your nearest designated Aakash examination centre.

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💰 Scholarships & Awards

• ₹250 Crore Scholarship Pool* – Up to 100% Scholarship for top performers

• ₹2.5 Crore Cash Awards* for top rankers

• All India Rank – Know your true potential on a national level

*Terms & Conditions apply.

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⏰ Exam Timings

• Online Exam: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Students can take the exam anytime during this login window)

• Offline Exam: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

🎓 Eligibility

Open for Class V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI & XII studying students.

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📝 How to Register for ANTHE 2026?

1️⃣ Verify Mobile Number – Enter your number and receive OTP
2️⃣ Submit Your Details – Fill the online form
3️⃣ Registration Successful – Get your admit card and login details

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⏳ Last Date of Registration

• Offline Exam: 7 days before the examination date

• Online Exam: 3 days before the examination date

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Young INTACH Heritage Festival 2026

 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

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International Student Essay Writing Competition 2026

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.

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GEMA International Young Scientist Award 2026

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.

Categories

Students are divided into four age groups:

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

Students may choose a basic scientific concept or principle and demonstrate it through an experiment, activity, working model or chart presentation.

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.

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NSSC 2026 Astrophotography Challenge

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.

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International Design Competition 2026

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.

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Youth Ideathon 2026: Innovation Challenge for School and College Students

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

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.

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

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.

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GEMA International Student Speaker Competition 2026

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.

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International Abacus Olympiad 2026

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