Read the CBSE Notification on Republic Day Contests by MyGov and Ministry of Defence and participate by December 31!
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Essay Competition
About the Competition
As part of the Republic Day Celebrations 2026, the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with MyGov invites citizens, especially students and youth, to participate in an inspiring essay competition celebrating the spirit and legacy of Vande Mataram.
Let your words celebrate India’s cultural richness, honour its historic journey, and echo the spirit of freedom that binds us all. Share your perspective, your passion, and your vision for a united India inspired by the message of Vande Mataram.
Participation Guidelines
- Write an essay on the theme “स्वतंत्रता का मंत्र – वंदे मातरम्”
- Word limit: 500–600 words
- Entries accepted in Hindi or English
Gratifications
- Top 3 Winners: Rs. 10,000/- each
- 27 Consolation Prizes: ₹5,000/- each
- Top 200 participants along with one companion (spouse/guardian/relative etc.) would be invited for witnessing the Republic Day Parade, 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
Singing Competition
About the Competition
As part of the Republic Day Celebrations 2026, the Ministry of Defence, in collaboration with MyGov, warmly invites citizens—particularly students and young music enthusiasts—to participate in a nation-wide Singing Competition centered around the iconic national song “Vande Mataram.”
This competition provides a platform for participants to express their creativity and patriotic spirit by presenting their own unique rendition of the song. Whether sung in a classical style, recreated with folk elements, performed as a contemporary piece, rendered as a group performance, or expressed through instrumental music, each entry will celebrate the timeless legacy of Vande Mataram.
The contest aims to honour the emotion and pride that the song evokes, inspiring unity, courage, and love for the nation across all ages.
Participation Guidelines
- Participants must record a video of themselves singing Vande Mataram and submit the entry on the official MyGov portal via an accessible link.
- The video/song duration must not exceed 2 minutes.
- Each participant may submit only one entry.
Gratifications
- Top 3 Winners: ₹10,000/- each
- Top 200 participants along with one companion (spouse/guardian/relative etc.) would be invited for witnessing the Republic Day Parade, 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
Painting Competition
About the Competition
As part of the Republic Day Celebrations 2026, the Ministry of Defence, in collaboration with MyGov, invites citizens—especially students and young artists—to participate in a national-level Painting Competition on the theme “समृद्धि का मंत्र – आत्मनिर्भर भारत”
This contest aims to encourage participants to express, through art, India’s transformative journey towards self-reliance, innovation, and sustainable growth. Through their paintings, participants are encouraged to illustrate how India’s collective strength, indigenous capabilities, and cultural values are shaping a prosperous and confident nation.
This is an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat and visually showcase the dreams, aspirations, and determination that define India’s path toward a brighter future.
Participation Guidelines
Create and submit a painting/sketch/drawing based on the theme “समृद्धि का मंत्र – आत्मनिर्भर भारत”
Gratifications
- Top 3 Winners: Rs. 10,000/- each
- 27 Consolation Prizes: Rs. 5,000/- each
- Top 200 participants along with one companion (spouse/guardian/relative etc.) would be invited for witnessing the Republic Day Parade, 2026 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.
How to Register?
Interested participants can register through this link.
Deadline
The deadline for participation is December 31, 2025.
