Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India
by FAST India (Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology India)
₹30,000 Cash Prize
Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India is a competition by FAST India (Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology India), open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Hybrid
Fee
Free
Duration
1 day (Final Event)
Format
Individual
Time needed
Participants need dedicate time (on an average 3-4 months) for conceptualization, creation of their visual entries, and online submission.
About This Opportunity
Science in Focus (SIF) is the flagship science photography and illustration competition of the India Science Festival, organized by FAST India. This national competition invites students, researchers, and professionals across India to ignite their visual creativity and explore contemporary scientific themes.
Participants are encouraged to convey unique scientific insights through compelling images, detailed illustrations, and engaging science humor sketches. The competition aims to simplify complex scientific ideas that words alone cannot fully capture, providing a dynamic platform for science enthusiasts to share their visual stories of scientific discoveries, innovative experiments, or imaginative interpretations of scientific concepts.
SIF also offers a unique opportunity for participants to interact with renowned professional science photographers and illustrators who serve as judges and provide inspiration through interactive sessions.
The top entries will receive significant cash prizes and will be showcased in a dazzling exhibition at the India Science Festival. The competition is free to enter and open to all Indian citizens with an Indian bank account.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 6 - years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Open to students, researchers, and professionals.
Prerequisites
- Interest in science and visual arts
- Ability to convey scientific concepts through photography or illustration
Additional requirements
- Must have access to an Indian bank account.
Open to all Indian citizens, including students, researchers, and professionals, with no age restrictions. Participants can participate in 2 categories. Category A: For photography entries, Category B: For illustration entries. The participants must have an Indian bank account.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The competition does not follow a fixed curriculum but encourages participants to explore scientific themes through their chosen visual medium. Focus areas include 'Photos of Science' and 'Science Illustrations and Science Humor Sketches'.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹30,000
Cash prizes of ₹30,000 for 1st place and ₹20,000 for 2nd place in both Category A and B.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation & Achievement
Certificates of participation will be provided to all eligible participants, and certificates of achievement will be awarded to finalists and winners.
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Showcasing achievements in SIF can enhance university applications for STEM, design, and media-related courses, demonstrating interdisciplinary skills and a passion for science.
Career pathways
Participation and recognition in SIF can open doors to opportunities in science journalism, medical illustration, scientific research communication, and visual content creation for educational platforms and scientific organizations.
Recognition
National Recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
Round 1: Online submission of entries. Round 2: In-person exhibition of top 15 entries from each category and evaluation by jury members.
How entries are judged
Entries are evaluated based on technical quality, originality, composition, story and relevance to the theme, artistic element/aesthetic appeal, and overall impact.
Selection process
Top 15 entries in each category are selected for final evaluation. The top 2 entries from each category, based on averaged jury scores, receive cash prizes.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official India Science Festival website (indiasciencefest.org/sif-2025/).
- 2Carefully read all program details and guidelines for submission.
- 3Register on the platform by providing the required personal details.
- 4Use the received credentials to log into your account.
- 5Navigate to the 'Apply' section and accurately fill in all necessary information.
- 6Upload your photography or illustration entries as per the specified format and size limits.
- 7Review all provided information and uploaded files thoroughly before final submission.
- 8Click 'Submit' to finalize your application before the deadline.
How to prepare
- Official website guidelines for detailed submission requirements.
- Interactive sessions with professional photographers and illustrators (as part of the festival).
Fees & financial support
Fee details
The Science In Focus (SIF) Photography and Illustration Competition is completely free to enter for all participants.
Refund policy
Not applicable as there is no participation fee.
Frequently asked questions
Is Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India?
children aged 6-undefined.
What will my child gain from Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India?
1st prize - rupees 30,000 and 2nd prize - rupees 20,000, for both category A and B.. Exhibition of top entries at the India Science Festival.. Opportunity to interact with professional science photographers and illustrators.. National-level recognition and exposure for creative scientific work.. Platform to simplify complex scientific ideas through visual art.. Cash prizes up to ₹30,000. Certificates of participation and achievement. Enhances university applications for STEM, design, and media courses. Develops scientific observation, visual storytelling, and creative thinking skills.
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