IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest – Fiction Category
by Venture of Athenas Eduverse Private Limited
₹51,000 Grand Prize
IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest – Fiction Category is a competition by Venture of Athenas Eduverse Private Limited for students in Class 2–12, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 2–12
Fee
₹999
Duration
Submission based
Format
Individual · Teams of 1
Time needed
2-5 hours for writing and editing
About This Opportunity
The IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest is a premier national competition designed to empower young Indian students to showcase their storytelling talents. Open to students in Grades 2-12, the contest invites participants to submit original short stories on any theme of their choice. This platform encourages pure imagination and literary expression, allowing budding writers to compete with peers at similar developmental stages through three distinct categories: Primary (Grades 2-5), Middle (Grades 6-9), and Senior (Grades 10-12).
Participants compete for a total prize pool of ₹1.5 Lakhs. Beyond monetary rewards, top winners achieve national recognition through publication in media and on the India Writing Project website. Every participant receives a detailed evaluation scorecard with personalized feedback from experienced editors, along with a verifiable e-certificate, ensuring a valuable learning experience for all entrants.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 2–12
- Age Range
- 7 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must be a student in Grades 2-12.
Prerequisites
- Ability to write original short stories in English
- Access to a computer/device for online submission
Open to all students in Grades 2-12 (approx. ages 7-18) across India. Participants must submit an original short story in English (50-1500 words).
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Open theme - no specific curriculum.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹51,000
Winners receive cash prizes, with a grand prize of ₹51,000 from a total prize pool of ₹1,50,000.
Certificate
Verifiable E-Certificate
All participants receive a verifiable e-certificate of participation.
Career pathways
Top winners' stories are published in national media and on India Writing Project platforms.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Detailed evaluation scorecard for every participant
- Publication opportunity for winners
- Open theme allowing full creative freedom
- Age-appropriate categories
Exam format
- Total marks
- 100
- Duration
- 0 minutes
- Format
- Descriptive Story Writing
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
Single round of online story submission.
How entries are judged
Creativity, originality, plot development, character depth, and language proficiency.
Selection process
Entries are evaluated based on originality and storytelling quality within age groups.
How to apply
- 1Register on the official IWP Junior portal
- 2Pay the entry fee
- 3Submit your original story via the online dashboard
- 4Receive confirmation email
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Entry fee is ₹999 for the first submission. Subsequent entries may have discounted rates. Fee covers evaluation, certification, and feedback.
Financial support
No scholarships available for the entry fee.
Refund policy
Fees are generally non-refundable once paid.
Frequently asked questions
Is IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest – Fiction Category free?
₹999 registration
Who can participate in IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest – Fiction Category?
Students in Class 2–12. children aged 7-18.
What will my child gain from IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest – Fiction Category?
Opportunity to win cash prizes up to ₹51,000.. Total prize pool of ₹1,50,000.. Top winners published in a national daily and on India Writing Project platforms.. Receive a verifiable e-certificate of participation..
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