Here is the list of the 35 best upcoming competitions for school students with deadlines up to December 31, 2024.
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1. Postcards from Summer Camp Contest
Prizes: Winner gets a free Gotham class.
Registration Deadline: August 30, 2024
About the Contest: The “Postcards from Summer Camp Contest 2024,” organized by Gotham Writers, presents a unique opportunity to showcase your creative talents. Whether you have fond memories of summer camp or simply enjoy the idea of capturing the essence of such experiences, Read More.
2. Essay Contest 2024 by Competition Success Review Magazine
Awards: 20 Highly Commendable Prizes : Certificate of Merit plus India, The World Wall Maps and Magazines (worth Rs. 250).
Registration Deadline: September 17, 2024.
About the Competition: For the CSR Essay Contests, 2 topics are announced every month. The best essay on each of the Two Topics given below will be awarded a Certificate of Merit plus Study Material + Pens + Deodorant Body Spray ….Read More.
3. IGBC Green Your School Programme 2024
Benefits: The top 3 finalists will receive a trophy, certificate, and a grant of ₹3,00,000 for implementing their green ideas. The next 5 finalists will receive a certificate and a grant of ₹2,25,000 for their green projects.
Registration Deadline: September 15, 2024.
About the Competition: The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), a part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), with the support of Carrier India and NGO partner United Way Delhi, is thrilled to announce the 18th edition of the IGBC Green Your School Programme®….Read More.
4. Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest by Ayn Rand Institute
Prizes: The total prize amount is worth Rs. 25L+ / $31000. The top three essays from each season will be awarded a cash prize. The first-place essay from each season will advance to compete for the annual grand prize.
Submission Deadline: September 20, 2024.
About the Competition: These contests encourage students to seriously engage with Rand’s ideas through reflection on her profound and influential novels. Students who participate will need to read the book they have selected carefully, grapple with its complex themes, and push the boundaries of their writing ability….Read More.
5. Inspire-Manak Awards 2024 by DST with National Innovation Foundation
Awards: Disbursement of INSPIRE Award of INR 10,000 into the bank accounts of short-listed students through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
Submission Deadline: September 15, 2024.
About the Contest: ‘Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research’ (INSPIRE) scheme is one of the flagship programmes of Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India….Read More.
6. Fountainhead Essay Contest by Ayn Rand Institute
Awards: The total prize amount is worth Rs. 25L+ / $31000. The top three essays from each season will be awarded a cash prize. The first-place essay from each season will advance to compete for the annual grand prize.
Registration Deadline: September 13, 2024.
About the Competition: Students who participate will need to read the book they have selected carefully, grapple with its complex themes, and push the boundaries of their writing ability….Read More.
7. Pratibha Sangam Competition 2024
Awards & Recognitions: The total prize amount is worth Rs. 90k. The final winners shall be invited to perform in India.The expenses incurred in travel and stay shall be borne by ICCR.
Submission Deadline: August 31, 2024.
About the Competition: ICCR has taken a mega initiative of organizing 3rd Pratibha Sangam Competition – the global competition under its aegis, for performers from around the world in the categories of Classical Indian Music and Dances…Read More.
8. Sustainable Cities Challenge Varanasi
Prizes: The winning teams will get funding worth more than Rs. 20 Crores.
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2024.
About the Contest: Create innovative, data-driven solutions that make crowded areas of Varanasi’s old city of Kashi safer and more accessible for religious tourists, local residents and vulnerable populations…Read More.
9. Young Geographer of the Year 2024 by Royal Geographical Society
Awards: One winner and one highly commended entry will be selected for each age category from entries from state funded schools, and one winner and one highly commended entry for each age category from entries from independent and fee paying international schools.
Submission Deadline: October 4, 2024.
About the Festival: The theme for this year’s contest is “Choose Geography.” Participants are invited to create a poster that highlights the value and relevance of geography in education and the workplace….Read More.
10. Immerse Education Essay Competition
Prizes: Ten winners will receive a 100% scholarship, and Runners-up will be awarded partial scholarships of up to 50% to study their chosen subject with Immerse.
Submission Deadline: September 12, 2024.
About the Competition: The Immerse Education Essay Competition provides the opportunity for students aged 13-18 to submit essay responses to a question of their choice relating to a subject of interest. There are over twenty questions to choose from, which can be found in the full Essay Competition Guide…Read More.
11. Creative Writing Olympiad by Monomousumi
Prizes: The first 35 winners will receive a certificate signed by Chetan Bhagat. A total of 100 winners will get medals and certificates.
Registration Deadline: October 15, 2024.
About the Competition: It is an international competition open to writers of all ages, professions, genders, and nationalities. Participants can submit their works in English, Hindi, or Bangla, and there is no age limit, making it accessible to everyone passionate about writing….Read More.
12. Logo Design Contest for SHG run Mangalam Canteens in Gujarat by Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company
Prizes: The winner will be provided with a reward of INR. 50,000.
Registration Deadline: September 3, 2024
About the Programme: Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company, under Dept. of Rural Development, Govt. of Gujarat, invites citizens from across India to design a logo for SHG run “Mangalam Canteen” Brand…..Read More.
13. Japan Photo Contest 2024 by Embassy of Japan
Prizes: Winners will get Special Prizes from Canon, JAL and ANA!! Winners of 10 outstanding works will receive invitations to the Prize Ceremony at the Embassy of Japan, New Delhi. Top 20 works or so on will be displayed in a Photo Exhibition at the Japan Foundation, New Delhi Gallery.
Submission Deadline: February 28, 2025
About the Event: Encouraged by the astounding response to the CLICK! JAPAN PHOTO CONTESTS in the past, the Embassy of Japan and the Japan Foundation, New Delhi, are thrilled to announce that the CLICK! JAPAN PHOTO CONTEST 2024 will be held again, this year too.…Read More.
14. Local Letters for Global Change Contest 2024 by Pulitzer Center
Certificates: They will select one first place winner and up to four finalists for each issue category. First place winners will receive $300 to support global community engagement in your classroom
Registration Deadline: November 15, 2024
About the Quiz: Make your voice heard this fall by writing a letter to a local elected representative that explains the global issue you want them to prioritize, shows how it connects to your local community, and proposes a solution. Through this contest,…Read More.
15. Online National Quiz on UN SDG 6 by KidEx
Prizes: Every participant scoring more than 40% on the quiz will be eligible for Digital Certificates issued by IIT Kharagpur Technology Alumni Association, Delhi Chapter. Three categories of Certificates exist basis performance (40%-60%, 60%-80%, 80% & above).
Registration Deadline: October 1, 2025.
About the Quiz: It is the largest national-level online quiz event to achieve the National Education Policy Goals 2020. The quiz is being conducted to celebrate the works towards Clean Water & Sanitation of Padma Bhushan Late Shri Bindeshwar Pathak Ji (Founder of Sulabh Sanitation, Social Reform and Human Rights Movement) – a National Hero…Read More.
16. World Photography Day Competition by Qrencia
Prizes: Winners will receive Performance Analysis, Competition Certificate and Amazon Gift Voucher
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2024.
About the Competition: Participate in the World Photography Day Competition open to all age groups and celebrate with creativity. Capture the unique beauty of iconic landmarks through your lens…Read More.
17. Science in Focus 2025: Photography and Illustration Competition by India Science Festival
Prizes: The top 30 entries (Top 15 in each category) will be evaluated by jury members in each category. The scores will be averaged out to determine the top 2 entries from each category, which will receive cash prizes. The top two winners for each category will receive 30,000 INR and 20,000 INR respectively.
Registration Deadline: August 29, 2024
About the Quiz: Science in Focus (SIF) is the flagship science photography and illustration competition of the India Science Festival, designed to ignite the visual creativity of students, researchers, and professionals….Read More.
18. School Innovation Marathon
Awards: Funding Support from the Ministry of Education, facilitated by MIC, Student Internship Programme (SIP) with Incubators, facilitated by AIM, Student Entrepreneurship Programme (SEP), facilitated by AIM, Patenting support and guidance, facilitated by MIC
Registration Deadline: November 30, 2024.
About the Competition: School Innovation Marathon is envisioned as India’s largest school innovation challenge organized jointly by the Ministry of Education, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog and Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), AICTE,…Read More.
19. Ashdown Forest Poetry Competition 2024
Prizes: The prize will be publication on the Ashdown Forest website. This means we do need your approval to publish and publicise your work, the details for which are available under Conditions of Entry (available under ‘Criteria’ above).
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2024.
About the Quiz: This year (2024) commemorates 100 years since the publication of Milne’s book of poetry When We Were Very Young, which first introduced Christopher Robin and his teddy bear to the world. As a result, Ashdown Forest is proud to present a new poetry competition in partnership with Sian Thomas…Read More.
20. 1st Ukraine-India Students’ Writing Contest 2024 by PT Global Edu and Embassy of Ukraine
Prizes: 14 winners will be greeted for the Gala Award Ceremony at the Embassy of Ukraine in New Delhi and it will make them get acquainted more with Ukraine, participate in art and handicrafts workshop as well as view short movies.
Application Deadline: October 1, 2024.
About the Contest: 1st Ukraine – India Students’ Writing Contest 2024 is the first of its kind essay competition open for all Indian students grade 6 to 12 studying in any curriculum like GCSE, IGCSE, IB, CIE, CISCE, CBSE or any other boards in India….Read More.
21. GLOBE Science & Environment Olympiad
Prizes: The Olympiad rank holder will receive a cash prize of Rs. 10,000/- and a medal. All the qualifying participants will be awarded participation certificates reflecting their Olympiad Grades.
Registration Deadline: September 15, 2024.
About the Olympiad: The GLOBE Science & Environment Olympiad is an initiative taken by the Indian Environmental Society whose goal is to promote STEM education (science, technology, engineering, and math). The Olympiad is designed to encourage students to explore, discover, and learn more about STEM education…Read More.
22. Ayodhya Champs World Hanuman Championship
Awards: The winners will receive exciting awards like Laptops, Tablets, Cash Prizes, Smart Watch etc. A detailed list can be found at this link.
Registration Deadline: September 30, 2024.
About the Olympiad: The Ayodhya Hanuman Championship is a unique global initiative by Ayodhya Publications Pvt Ltd, aiming to promote and preserve Bharateeya culture through storytelling….Read More.
23. Handwriting Olympiad
Prizes: Students will be rewarded with a cash prize of Rs. 6.5 L, a Certificate & Trophy.
Registration Deadline: December 7, 2024.
About the Olympiad: The Handwriting Competition, recognized as the largest of its kind worldwide, encompasses students from 1st to 12th Standard. It takes place within the premises of the school, reaching students across India…Read More.
24. UP International Trade Show 2024 Quiz
Benefits: After successful completion, the participant could download a digital participation certificate recognizing their participation and completion.
Submission Deadline: September 22, 2024
About the Contest: Join the thrill of the UP International Trade Show 2024 Quiz Contest and put your knowledge to the test! Delve into the fascinating world of international trade, uncover intriguing facts about global commerce, and enjoy the excitement of competition. As part of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show campaign…Read More.
25. Write-a-Thon 8th Essay Writing Competition by iP4Kids
Awards: Awards will be given to the top three entries received from Schools and Colleges respectively. Other participants shall also be presented with certificates of participation
Submission Deadline: August 29, 2024.
About the Grant: On the occasion of National Sports Day, S.S. Rana & Co. through our CSR initiative, IP4Kids is organizing Write-a-Thon- 8th Annual Writing Competition. The Essay Competition offers an opportunity to young minds to assess & pen down the immense role that sports plays in the legal regime and explore the various…Read More.
26. 6th National Amity Quiz on Constitutional Law by Amity Law School, Lucknow
Prizes: Winners will get Cash Prizes Worth Rs. 10k.
Participation Deadline: September 20, 2024
About the Quiz: After the successful conduct of the 5th Natіonal AQCL, Amіty Law School, Amіty Unіversіty Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus presents, the 6th edіtіon of the Natіonal Amіty Quіz on Constіtutіonal Law (AQCL) 2024 on 27th September, 2024.…Read More.
27. Quiz on Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam by Ministry of Home Affairs, India
Prizes: Top 5 winners will receive the prize money of ₹5,000/- (Rupees Five Thousand Only) each. All the participants will get an E-certificate.
Submission Deadline: September 13, 2024.
About the Challenge: Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) under Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with MyGov is organizing an online Quiz on Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 in an effort to publicize and enable a better understanding of the law among the youth and masses.…Read More.
28. Historical Evolution of a Food Cuisine Comic Story Contest by MyGov
Prizes: Apart from the joy of creating and sharing your story, you also stand a chance to win cash prizes: First Prize: ₹5,000/- Second Prize: ₹4,000/- Third Prize: ₹3,000/-
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2024.
About the Quiz: Your task is to design a comic story that illustrates the journey of a particular dish from its inception to its present-day form. Through your comic, you’ll narrate the story of how the dish originated, highlighting the key moments in its history and any significant transformations it has undergone over time.…Read More.
29. International Compost Awareness Week 2025 Poster Contest by Compost Research and Education Foundation
Prizes: Cash Prizes Worth Rs. 42k
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024.
About the Competition: Each year, the International Compost Awareness Week Committee holds a poster contest to pick a design for the annual poster. There is always a new theme for ICAW, which is highlighted on the poster as well as that year’s dates. ICAW is always held the first full week of May….Read More.
30. Smart India Hackathon 2024
Prizes: The total prize money is Rs. 2L per Problem Statement.
Submission Deadline: September 12, 2024.
About the Competition: Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is a premier nationwide initiative designed to engage students in solving some of the most pressing challenges faced in everyday life. Launched to foster a culture of innovation and practical problem-solving, SIH provides a dynamic platform for students to develop and showcase their creative solutions to real-world problems….Read More.
31. ICU Global Youth Essay Competition 2024
Prizes: Two round-trip airline tickets to Tokyo in the summer of 2025 for the winner and a guardian. A visit to ICU will be incorporated into the trip. In lieu of the airline tickets, the top prize winner has the option of receiving 100,000 yen.
Registration Deadline: October 9, 2024.
About the Competition: International Christian University (ICU) and Japan ICU Foundation invite youths from around the world to share their views on how to make society better. Each year, essay topics are selected in the areas of human rights and current events. For 2024, the application is open from August 9 to October 9….Read More.
32. GRC Social Impact Essay Competition for High School Students
Prizes: Winners will receive an internship with one of GRC’s university branches and support a consulting team on a client project from February to May 2025.
Registration Deadline: December 15, 2024
About the Competition: The GRC Social Impact Essay Competition invites ambitious high school students from around the globe to submit essays on impactful solutions for today’s pressing social challenges. It is hosted by the Global Research Consortium (GRC), an international non-profit organization with branches at over 20 top universities, including Harvard….Read More
33. Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition 2025
Prizes: Publish work on the official HCGEC website, Exclusive internships with The Harvard Crimson, Crimson credit with Crimson Education to help reach individual goals, Generous cash prizes.
Registration Deadline: January 31, 2025
About the Competition: The Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition (HCGEC) is an esteemed platform for high school students worldwide to showcase their writing talents. This competition encourages students to challenge themselves and explore different writing styles to ultimately strengthen their writing skills.….Read More
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