National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC)
₹15,000 Cash Prize
National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC) is a competition by eVidyaloka Foundation for students in Class 7, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 7
Fee
Free
Duration
A minimum of 2-3 hours per week is recommended.
Format
Team · Teams of 5
Time needed
3-4 months.
About This Opportunity
The National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC) is a nationwide competition by the eVidyaloka Foundation, empowering students to address real-world community problems through the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This unique platform encourages young minds to become catalysts for change by developing innovative and practical solutions for local issues.
Open to students across India in grade 7, the challenge is conducted online in teams, often pairing rural and urban students to foster diverse perspectives. Participants receive mentorship from global volunteers, develop crucial 21st-century skills like problem-solving and leadership, and gain national recognition. All participants receive certificates, and winning teams are awarded cash prizes for their impactful projects.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 7
- Age Range
- - years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No specific academic prerequisites are required, only a passion for innovation and community problem-solving.
Prerequisites
- A strong interest in solving community problems.
- Willingness to collaborate with a team and engage with mentors.
- Basic research and presentation skills are beneficial.
Open to students in grade 7 across India. Participants must form teams of 2-5 members. The challenge is conducted online and is free of cost.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The challenge is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging research-based and project-based learning.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹15,000
The top 8 winning teams each receive a cash prize of ₹15,000 for their innovative solutions.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
All participants receive a certificate for their involvement in the challenge.
Recognized by
Career pathways
Students get mentored by global volunteers and industry experts, gaining valuable insights and guidance.
Recognition
National-level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
Phase 1: Teams register, identify a problem statement related to UN SDGs, and present their initial solution to a jury. Phase 2: Shortlisted teams, often paired as rural-urban units, refine their ideas with mentors and develop a unified, detailed proposal for the grand finale.
How entries are judged
Projects are evaluated based on innovation, creativity, feasibility, alignment with UN SDGs, potential for community impact, and the quality of research and presentation.
Selection process
Teams are shortlisted based on the originality, clarity, and potential impact of their proposed solution in Phase 1. Final winners are selected based on the depth of their refined project, the collaborative effort shown, and the final presentation at the grand finale.
How to apply
- 1Teams must register on the official NSIC website before the specified deadline.
- 2After registration, teams identify a local problem aligned with a UN SDG and submit their proposed solution.
- 3Submissions are typically made through a Google Form provided on the website.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
There is no entry or registration fee to participate in the National Student Innovation Challenge.
Frequently asked questions
Is National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC) free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC)?
Students in Class 7. children aged -.
What will my child gain from National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC)?
Receive a cash prize of ₹15,000 for each of the top 8 winning teams.. Gain national recognition for your innovative project.. Receive a certificate of participation.. Develop key skills like critical thinking, leadership, and teamwork.. Get mentored by global volunteers and industry experts.. Collaborate with students from different parts of India.. Opportunity to create a real-world impact in your community..
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