NASA Space Apps Challenge India
by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
NASA Launch Invitation & Global Recognition
NASA Space Apps Challenge India is a competition by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for children aged 12–17, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Hybrid
Fee
Free
Duration
Approximately 48 hours
Format
Team · Teams of 6
Time needed
Intensive 48-hour hackathon period, including time for development, collaboration, and project presentation.
About This Opportunity
The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is a global hackathon that invites innovators to solve real-world problems using NASA's open data and resources from partners like ISRO. This annual two-day event fosters innovation and collaboration, encouraging participants to develop solutions for challenges related to Earth and space.
Open to all ages and skill levels, including students, coders, scientists, and designers, the challenge provides a unique platform to engage with vast datasets. Participants gain valuable experience, enhance STEM skills, and network with a global community, with opportunities for global recognition and potential invitation to a NASA spacecraft launch.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 12 - 17 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of STEM concepts
- Familiarity with coding or data analysis tools is beneficial
- Interest in space and science
The NASA Space Apps Challenge is open to participants of all ages and skill levels across India. Individuals under 18 years old must be registered and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. While general participation is open, global award eligibility typically requires participants to be 18 years of age or older. A strong interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics is highly encouraged.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rewards & Recognition
Certificate
NASA & ISRO Certificate
Participants receive certificates of participation, and winners receive winner certificates recognized by ISRO.
Recognized by
Recognition
International recognition & NASA launch invite
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Collaboration with ISRO as an official Space Agency Partner
- Access to NASA's vast open data resources
- Participation in a global community of innovators
- Opportunity to solve real-world challenges with expert mentorship
Rounds & format
The first round involves local judging at various event locations, where top projects are selected. These local winners are then nominated for global judging by NASA, which determines the ultimate global winners.
How entries are judged
Projects are evaluated based on their impact, innovation, feasibility, quality of presentation, and effective use of NASA's open data.
Selection process
Local winners are nominated for global judging based on the originality, technical excellence, and potential impact of their solutions.
How to apply
- 1Participants must create an account on the official website.
- 2Register for a local or universal event.
- 3Form a team of 2 to 6 members.
- 4Select a challenge from the provided list.
- 5Develop a solution using NASA's open data.
- 6Submit their project online by the deadline.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Participation in the NASA Space Apps Challenge is entirely free of cost.
Frequently asked questions
Is NASA Space Apps Challenge India free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in NASA Space Apps Challenge India?
children aged 12-17.
What will my child gain from NASA Space Apps Challenge India?
Global recognition from NASA and ISRO. Opportunity to develop innovative solutions using NASA data. Enhance problem-solving, coding, and teamwork skills. Network with experts and a global community of innovators. Receive participation and winner certificates. Potential invitation to a NASA spacecraft launch for global winners.
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