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Opportunities for children ages 11-13

Children aged 11-13 (Grade 6-8) can take part in a wide range of verified competitions, scholarships and programs matched to their level. WiWit lists 679 verified opportunities for ages 11-13 in India from 331 organizations. They include options 241 available online, 205 free to enter. Last reviewed July 2026.

By this age, children are ready for more challenge. The opportunities here bring together olympiads and competitions across maths, science, coding and the arts, alongside scholarships, camps and skill-building programs suited to middle-school students. Many run in multiple rounds and reward genuine reasoning over rote learning. WiWit checks each listing against the organizer's official information and shows eligibility, mode and fee, so you can find the right level of challenge for your child.

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Opportunities for children ages 11-13 at a glance

Compare opportunities for ages 11-13 on WiWit
OpportunityOrganizerEligibilityModeFee
Chinmaya Geeta Chanting Competition (CGCC)Chinmaya MissionNursery, LKG, UKG & Grade 1 to 12HybridFree
Shastrarth National Youth Parliament & MUNE-Justice IndiaGrade 6 to 12In-Person₹2,000
Banishree Scholarship (Odisha) for Students with DisabilitiesSocial Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of OdishaGrade 1 to 12OnlineFree
The India Quiz – My India, My Pride By Twinning OwlTwinning Owl Learning Platform Pvt LtdGrade 3 to 12Online₹99
Tata Steel Foundation Jyoti Fellowship for SC/ST Students (Class VII Onwards)Tata Steel LimitedGrade 7 to 12In-PersonFree
Muthoot M George Excellence AwardsMuthoot M George FoundationGrade 8 to 9In-PersonFree
Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science WorkshopsNehru Science Centre MumbaiGrade 3 to 12In-PersonPaid
Hockey India Sub Junior National ChampionshipHockey IndiaGrade 7 to 11In-PersonFree
e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competitione-Yantra, IIT BombayGrade 7 to 12Online₹2,000
ATL Tinkerpreneur BootcampNITI Aayog, Government of IndiaGrade 6 to 12OnlineFree
Columbia Pre-College Urban Planning and Design ProgramColumbia University Pre-College ProgramsGrade 8 to 11In-Person$12,838
GenWise GW Explorers ProgramGenWise (Ei Study)Grade 6 to 7In-Person₹1,50,000
GenWise GW Wizards - Gifted Summer ProgramGenWise (Ei Study)Grade 8 to 10In-Person₹2,00,000
Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS)Ministry of Culture, Government of IndiaGrade 5 to 9In-PersonFree
D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge - Category 1Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of IndiaGrade 6 to 12OnlineFree
Competition

Chinmaya Geeta Chanting Competition (CGCC)

by Chinmaya Mission

An annual Sanskrit chanting competition by Chinmaya Mission, inviting children, youth, and adults to recite Bhagavad Gita verses and embrace spiritual values.

For children Nursery, LKG, UKG & ages 6 to 17
Online or in-person
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Sanskrit pronunciationMemorisationConcentration and focus
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Program

Shastrarth National Youth Parliament & MUN

by E-Justice India

National Youth Parliament and MUN conference with cash prizes, gold medals, and committees for Classes 6-12 and college students

For children ages 11 to 18
In-person event
₹2,000 registration

What your child could gain:

OratoryCommunicationConfidence
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Scholarship

Banishree Scholarship (Odisha) for Students with Disabilities

by Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha

Odisha state scholarship offering monthly stipend to students with disabilities from primary school through postgraduate, technical, and vocational courses.

For children ages 6 to 17
Join from home
Free to participate
Scholarships & Awards
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Competition

The India Quiz – My India, My Pride By Twinning Owl

by Twinning Owl Learning Platform Pvt Ltd

The India Quiz is a national online general knowledge competition for students in grades 3-12, celebrating India's rich culture, history, and heritage. It aims to foster national pride and enhance awareness about diverse aspects of the country.

For children ages 8 to 18
Join from home
₹99 registration

What your child could gain:

General KnowledgeResearch SkillsExploration
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Scholarship

Tata Steel Foundation Jyoti Fellowship for SC/ST Students (Class VII Onwards)

by Tata Steel Limited

Annual fellowship by Tata Steel Foundation for meritorious SC and ST students from Class 7 to post-graduation in Jharkhand and Odisha.

For children ages 12 to 17
In-person event
Free to participate
Scholarships & Awards
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Scholarship

Muthoot M George Excellence Awards

by Muthoot M George Foundation

A CSR initiative by Muthoot Finance recognizing top-performing Classes 8 and 9 students from government schools across India with cash awards and mementos.

For children ages 13 to 14
In-person event
Free to participate
Scholarships & Awards
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Workshop

Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science Workshops

by Nehru Science Centre Mumbai

Hands-on vacation science workshops at Nehru Science Centre Mumbai across robotics, AI, drones, electronics and astronomy.

For children ages 8 to 17
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Scientific reasoningHands-on experimentationRobotics fundamentals
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Competition

Hockey India Sub Junior National Championship

by Hockey India

National-level field hockey championship for sub junior boys (U-17) and girls (U-17) state teams, organised annually by Hockey India.

For children ages 12 to 16
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Field hockey techniqueTeam playMatch-day temperament
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Competition

e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition

by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay

An online project-based competition by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay where school students create 3D virtual museum exhibits of historical artifacts using photogrammetry and digital design.

For children ages 12 to 17
Join from home
₹2,000 registration

What your child could gain:

3D ModelingPhotogrammetryDigital Design
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Program

ATL Tinkerpreneur Bootcamp

by NITI Aayog, Government of India

A flagship national summer bootcamp by Atal Innovation Mission that equips school students with digital and entrepreneurial skills to build their own ventures.

For children ages 11 to 17
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Entrepreneurial thinkingProduct ideationDigital prototyping
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Program

Columbia Pre-College Urban Planning and Design Program

by Columbia University Pre-College Programs

Three-week residential urban planning program at Columbia University, New York City, for rising 9th-12th graders. Explore city design, land use, and sustainability.

For children ages 15 to 18
In-person event
$12,838 registration

What your child could gain:

Urban planning principlesLand use analysisSustainable city design
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Program

GenWise GW Explorers Program

by GenWise (Ei Study)

A two-week academic enrichment program for gifted students in grades 6-7, covering STEM and humanities through hands-on, inquiry-based learning.

For children ages 11 to 12
In-person event
₹1,50,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Scientific inquiry and experimental designMathematical reasoningCritical thinking
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Program

GenWise GW Wizards - Gifted Summer Program

by GenWise (Ei Study)

Three-week residential gifted program for Grades 8-10 at MAHE Manipal, offering specialized courses in neuroscience, engineering, astrophysics, and creative writing.

For children ages 13 to 15
In-person event
₹2,00,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Scientific ResearchEngineering DesignCritical Thinking
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Scholarship

Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS)

by Ministry of Culture, Government of India

Government scholarship for children aged 10-14 with talent in traditional Indian art forms including music, dance, drama, painting, sculpture, and crafts.

For children ages 10 to 14
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Traditional art form masteryCultural performance skillsArtistic discipline and practice
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Competition

D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge - Category 1

by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India

Year-long national biotechnology innovation challenge by DBT for school students, with monthly submission cycles and government-recognized certificates.

For children ages 11 to 18
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

InnovationDesign ThinkingScientific Communication
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Competition

National School Games Badminton (Under-14)

by School Games Federation of India (SGFI)

National under-14 badminton championship for school students, conducted by SGFI through school, district, and state-level qualification.

For children ages 11 to 14
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Singles match playDoubles coordinationTournament temperament
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Competition

CBSE National Science Exhibition

by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

CBSE-organised national science exhibition for Classes 6-11 on the theme STEM for Viksit and Atmanirbhar Bharat, with regional and national rounds.

For children ages 11 to 16
Online or in-person
₹3,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Scientific InquiryResearch & InvestigationProblem Solving
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Exam

Certificate of Experimental Skills by Nehru Science Centre Mumbai

by Nehru Science Centre Mumbai

Practical science exam by BASE and NSC Mumbai testing hands-on experimental skills at three levels for grades 8-12, with a certificate recognised in higher education admissions.

For children ages 13 to 17
In-person event
₹100 registration

What your child could gain:

Experimental designMeasurementData analysis
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Workshop

ISDS Masterclass Series

by Indian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)

Expert-led sessions on global affairs topics for Grades 8-12, combining subject-matter knowledge with debate and critical thinking skills. Conducted online by ISDS trainers.

For children ages 13 to 18
Join from home
₹1,500 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingArgumentationGlobal affairs knowledge
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Competition

CBSE Expression Series

by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

National creative writing and art competition for CBSE students from Class 3 to 12, inviting essays, poems, and paintings on a chosen theme each round.

For children ages 8 to 17
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Creative writingEssay structuringPoetry composition
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Competition

CBSE Budding Authors Programme

by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

National short-story writing competition for CBSE Class 5 to 10 students, with selected stories e-published as a CBSE anthology.

For children ages 10 to 15
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Creative writingShort-story structuringOriginal storytelling
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Workshop

Mathematics Workshop by JMMC India

by JMMC India

JMMC India offers mathematics workshops for students in classes 6-12 through partner schools in Kolkata, focusing on critical thinking.

For children ages 11 to 18
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Critical ThinkingLogical ReasoningMathematical Problem Solving
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Program

ISDI Pre-University Summer School

by ATLAS SkillTech University

Two-week immersive design program for Grades 8-12 at ATLAS SkillTech University, Mumbai. Co-certified by Parsons School of Design. Covers interiors, product, fashion, animation, and digital media.

For children ages 13 to 17
In-person event
₹30,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Design ThinkingInterior DesignCommunication Design
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Program

Yi Thalir - Young Indians School Programme

by CII Young Indians (Yi)

Year-long school engagement programme nurturing safe, inclusive, and responsible young citizens.

For children ages 6 to 17
Online or in-person
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Civic responsibilityPublic speakingCritical thinking
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Browse all 679 opportunities for ages 11-13

Competitions (541)
Scholarships (33)
Programs (55)
Courses (8)
Workshops (15)
Camps (21)
Exams (5)
Events (1)

Every opportunities for ages 11-13 listing on WiWit is checked against the organizer's official source before it is published. See how WiWit verifies listings.

Frequently asked questions

How many opportunities for ages 11-13 are listed on WiWit?
WiWit currently lists 679 verified opportunities for ages 11-13 in India from 331 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.
Can my child take part in opportunities for ages 11-13 online?
Opportunities for ages 11-13 are available in multiple modes: 241 run online, 257 are in person, 181 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.
Are there free opportunities for ages 11-13?
Yes, 205 of the 679 opportunities for ages 11-13 listed are free to enter. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.
What opportunities suit an 11 to 13 year old?
Middle-school children (Grade 6-8) are ready to go deeper. Multi-round olympiads in maths, science and coding, creative and writing competitions, scholarships and skill-building programs all suit this age and help build a strong record before the senior years.

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