Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education
₹50 Lakh Incubation Grant
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education is a competition by Samsung India for students in Class 8–12, open to students across India. Registration closes 3 Jul 2026. It is free to take part.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Class 8–12
Fee
Free
Duration
Six-month program
Format
Both · Teams of 3
Time needed
Mandatory attendance for workshops, mentoring sessions, bootcamps, and pitch events.
Key Dates
- Registration opens
- 7 May 2026
- Registration closes
- 3 Jul 2026
- Competition
- 15 Oct 2026 – 16 Oct 2026
- Results
- 31 Jan 2027
IIT Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi
About This Opportunity
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a national innovation competition empowering Indian youth aged 14-22 to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges. Participants can submit ideas across themes like Health, Education, AI Living, Environmental Sustainability, and Sport & Tech, fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving.
The program offers extensive training in design thinking, business planning, and prototyping, along with mentorship from industry experts and IIT Delhi faculty. Winning teams receive significant grants, Samsung devices, and incubation support at IIT Delhi to scale their innovative solutions.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8–12
- Age Range
- 14 - 22 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Open to Indian residents aged 14-22 years as of the last day of the competition. Participants should have an enthusiasm for solving everyday problems through innovation.
Prerequisites
- Original concept in science and technology or a new product with social consequence.
- Previous funding for the identical proposal not exceeding INR 5 lakhs.
Open to Indian nationals aged 14-22 years, including school students (grades 9-12) and college students. Key requirements: Individual or team participation (up to 3 members). Parental consent mandatory for participants under 18. Ideas must be original and not have received prior funding exceeding ₹5 lakhs for the same proposal.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Design thinking methodology, digital technologies, business skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, prototyping, intellectual property rights (IPR).
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹50,00,000
The winning teams receive an incubation grant of ₹50,00,000. Other monetary awards include ₹20,00,000 for the top 20 team members (5 top teams from this theme).
Prizes
Samsung Laptops & Smartphones
Top 10 teams receive Samsung laptops, and Top 5 teams receive Samsung Galaxy Z Flip smartphones.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
Certificates of achievement are provided to the Top 25 teams.
Recognized by
Career pathways
Participants receive mentorship from Samsung leaders, IIT Delhi faculty, and industry experts, with winning teams gaining incubation support at IIT Delhi.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Strategic partnership with IIT Delhi (FITT) and the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology.
- Focus on real-world challenges across critical themes like Health, Education, AI, and Environmental Sustainability.
- Comprehensive support including hands-on prototyping, investor connects, and expert mentorship.
- Incubation grants and support at IIT Delhi for winning teams to scale their solutions.
Rounds & format
Phase 1: Application & Idea Submission. Experts from FITT - IIT Delhi review applications, and 100 teams (25 from each theme) are selected for the next stage. Phase 2: Top 100 teams receive online training from FITT - IIT Delhi experts and submit video pitches. A panel evaluates these pitches, and 40 shortlisted teams (10 from each theme) qualify. Phase 3: Innovation Bootcamp & National Pitch Event for Top 40 teams. Teams visit Samsung offices, receive hands-on training and lab access at IIT Delhi, and pitch to a jury. 20 teams (5 from each theme) are selected for the Grand Finale. Phase 4: Grand Finale for Top 20 teams. Finalists receive 1-on-1 mentoring, access to prototyping labs at IIT Delhi, and pitch their ideas and prototypes to a grand jury in Delhi NCR. Four winning teams (one from each theme) are announced.
How entries are judged
Ideas are evaluated based on their relevance to a social problem, technical feasibility, market potential, and team competence. Criteria include innovation and creativity, potential for impact and feasibility, scalability, and clarity in technical execution and development.
Selection process
Selection is based on the significance of the problem statement, novelty and viability of the proposed solution, qualifications of the team or individual, and the plan for commercialization. Each stage involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels.
How to apply
- 1Online application and idea submission, followed by video pitches for shortlisted teams. Successful participants receive email notifications and announcements on the official website and social media.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education?
The registration deadline is 3 Jul 2026.
Is Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education?
Students in Class 8–12. children aged 14-22.
What will my child gain from Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education?
Top 4 winning teams (1 winning team per theme) receive an incubation grant of ₹50 lakh each (totaling ₹2 crore).. Top 10 teams receive ₹8 lakh each and Samsung laptops.. Top 5 teams receive ₹20 lakh each and Samsung ZFlip smartphones.. Social Media Champion Award: ₹50,000 for the team with the highest social media engagement.. Young Innovator Award/Women in Innovation Award: ₹1,00,000 each for two teams selected by the jury.. Institutional support: Winning team's school or college receives Samsung products (e.g., Smart Display Flip, Freestyle Projector, Galaxy Tabs/Books).. Exclusive mentorship from Samsung leaders, IIT Delhi faculty, and industry experts.. Access to prototyping labs at IIT Delhi and curated visits to Samsung offices and R&D centers.. Goodwill Award: ₹4,00,000 for the finalist team with the highest audience poll score.. Institutional support: Winning team's school or college receives Samsung products (e.g., Smart Display Flip, Freestyle Projecter, Galaxy Tabs/Books)..
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