Skip to main content

Opportunities for teenagers ages 14-17

Teenagers aged 14-17 (Grade 9-12) can take part in a wide range of verified competitions, scholarships and programs that strengthen a higher-education portfolio. WiWit lists 962 verified opportunities for ages 14-17 in India from 493 organizations. They include options 326 available online, 338 free to enter.

At this age, achievements start to count for the future. The opportunities here span competitive olympiads, national and international competitions, merit and need-based scholarships, research programs and pre-college experiences aimed at senior-school students. These are the activities that open doors to higher education. WiWit verifies every listing against its official source and shows the eligibility, deadlines, mode and fee, so your teenager can find opportunities that genuinely fit, and apply in time.

Last reviewed:

Opportunities for teenagers ages 14-17 at a glance

Swipe the table sideways to see every column.

Compare opportunities for ages 14-17 on WiWit
OpportunityOrganizerEligibilityModeFee
Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) IndiaHUSO Organisation IndiaGrade 7 to 10Hybrid₹2,000
Eco-Champs Environmental Program by BhumiBhumiGrade 3 to 9In-PersonFree
Vivo IgniteVivo Mobile India Pvt. Ltd.Grade 8 to 12HybridFree
IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest: Fiction CategoryVenture of Athenas Eduverse Private LimitedGrade 2 to 12Online₹999
Indian National Physics Olympiad (INPhO)Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)Grade 11 to 12In-PersonFree
National Junior Informatics Olympiad (NJIO) By SIMCCSingapore International Math Contests Centre (SIMCC)Grade 1 to 9OnlinePaid
MANASVIIndian Institute of Technology, DelhiGrade 9 to 12In-PersonFree
International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) by SOF Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)Grade 1 to 12In-Person₹170
ICSI Commerce Olympiad (ICSICO) by IOFInternational Olympiad Foundation (IOF)Grade 11 to 12Online₹150
ITO International Maths Olympiad (IMO) Offline Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO)Grade 1 to 10In-Person₹150
ISDS Masterclass SeriesIndian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)Grade 8 to 12Online₹1,500
Cadet Taekwondo Championship: Senior Kyurugi By Karnataka TaekwondoKarnataka TaekwondoGrade 7 to 9In-PersonPaid
IB Diploma ProgrammeInternational BaccalaureateGrade 11 to 12In-PersonPaid
International Science Olympiad (ISO) Online by Indian Talent OlympiadIndian Talent Olympiad (ITO)Grade 1 to 10Online₹240
International Hindi Olympiad (IHO) by SOFScience Olympiad Foundation (SOF)Grade 3 to 10In-Person₹170
Competition

Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) India

by HUSO Organisation India

Test your STEM knowledge and problem-solving skills in the prestigious Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) India. Foster your passion for science and innovation, and compete for a fully funded Harvard summer camp.

For children ages 12 to 16
Online or in-person
₹2,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Advanced problem-solvingAnalytical and critical thinkingScientific inquiry
See details and dates
Camp

Eco-Champs Environmental Program by Bhumi

by Bhumi

A hands-on environmental program by Bhumi for students in grades 3-9, focusing on sustainability, climate action, and leadership skills.

For children ages 8 to 14
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingTeamwork
See details and dates
Competition

Vivo Ignite

by Vivo Mobile India Pvt. Ltd.

Vivo Ignite is a nationwide innovation program by vivo India, aimed at students in Grades 8 to 12, encouraging them to create tech-driven solutions for real-world challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

For children ages 13 to 18
Online or in-person
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

InnovationCritical ThinkingProblem Solving
See details and dates
Competition

IWP Jr Creative Writing Contest: Fiction Category

by Venture of Athenas Eduverse Private Limited

National-level fiction writing contest for students in Grades 2-12. Submit original stories to win cash.

For children ages 7 to 18
Join from home
₹999 registration

What your child could gain:

Creative WritingStorytellingImagination
See details and dates
Exam

Indian National Physics Olympiad (INPhO)

by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)

Stage 2 of the Indian Physics Olympiad: a 3-hour theory exam by HBCSE-TIFR for top NSEP qualifiers competing for a spot in the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) team.

For children in Grade 11 to 12
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Advanced problem solvingAnalytical reasoningMathematical modelling
See details and dates
Competition

National Junior Informatics Olympiad (NJIO) By SIMCC

by Singapore International Math Contests Centre (SIMCC)

An annual online informatics competition for Indian students (Grades 1-9) to develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills.

For children ages 6 to 14
Join from home
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Computational thinkingProblem-solvingLogical reasoning
See details and dates
Program

MANASVI

by Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

A flagship STEM mentorship program by IIT Delhi for high school girls in grades 9-12, offering hands-on experience and guidance from experts.

For children ages 14 to 18
In-person event
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Critical ThinkingProblem-SolvingScientific Reasoning
See details and dates
Competition

International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) by SOF

by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

The SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) is an annual exam for students of classes 1 to 12 that tests mathematical reasoning, logical ability, and problem-solving skills, offering recognition at national and international levels.

For children ages 6 to 18
In-person event
₹170 registration

What your child could gain:

Problem-SolvingLogical ReasoningCritical Thinking
See details and dates
Competition

ICSI Commerce Olympiad (ICSICO) by IOF

by International Olympiad Foundation (IOF)

The ICSI Commerce Olympiad (ICSICO) is an online competition for Class 11 and 12 students, organized by the International Olympiad Foundation (IOF) in partnership with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). It aims to enhance commerce knowledge and critical thinking skills.

For children ages 16 to 18
Join from home
₹150 registration

What your child could gain:

Problem-solvingCritical thinkingCognitive skills
See details and dates
Competition

ITO International Maths Olympiad (IMO) Offline

by Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO)

The IMO by Indian Talent Olympiad is an offline national-level competition for students in Classes 1-10, designed to significantly enhance mathematical skills, logical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.

For children ages 6 to 15
In-person event
₹150 registration

What your child could gain:

Logical ReasoningProblem SolvingAnalytical Thinking
See details and dates
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
See details and dates
Competition

Cadet Taekwondo Championship: Senior Kyurugi By Karnataka Taekwondo

by Karnataka Taekwondo

The Cadet Taekwondo Championship (Senior Kyurugi) is a state-level competitive sparring event for advanced Taekwondo practitioners in Karnataka, focusing on skill demonstration and sportsmanship.

For children ages 12 to 14
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Advanced Taekwondo Kyurugi techniquesStrategic thinking in combat sportsPhysical endurance and agility
See details and dates
Course

IB Diploma Programme

by International Baccalaureate

A rigorous two-year pre-university curriculum for Grades 11 to 12, recognized by universities in over 100 countries and equivalent to India's Plus Two (10+2).

For children ages 16 to 19
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Critical thinking and inquiryIndependent research (Extended Essay)Intercultural understanding
See details and dates
Competition

International Science Olympiad (ISO) Online by Indian Talent Olympiad

by Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO)

The International Science Olympiad (ISO) by ITO is an online exam for Classes 1 to 10 that promotes scientific aptitude, analytical thinking, and innovation. It offers national and international recognition, cash prizes, and skill development.

For children ages 6 to 15
Join from home
₹240 registration

What your child could gain:

Conceptual Understanding of ScienceAnalytical ReasoningProblem-Solving Skills
See details and dates
Competition

International Hindi Olympiad (IHO) by SOF

by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

The SOF International Hindi Olympiad (IHO) is an annual competition for students in classes 3 to 10, designed to assess and enhance Hindi language proficiency, grammar, vocabulary, and literature skills at a competitive level.

For children ages 8 to 15
In-person event
₹170 registration

What your child could gain:

Hindi Language ProficiencyGrammar and VocabularyReading Comprehension
See details and dates
Scholarship

Udayan Shalini Fellowship

by Udayan Care

A long-term fellowship by Udayan Care supporting girls from low-income families with annual financial aid, mentoring and life skills training from Class XI through graduation.

For children ages 15 to 22
Online or in-person
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Life skillsPersonality developmentCareer planning
See details and dates
Program

Milaan Girl Icon Fellowship Program

by Milaan Foundation

Free 12-month fellowship by Milaan Foundation for girls aged 12 to 18 from UP, MP, Assam, and Karnataka, building community leadership skills with a monthly stipend from the SAP partnership.

For children ages 12 to 18
Online or in-person
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

LeadershipCommunity organisingCommunication
See details and dates
Competition

Science Without Borders® Challenge

by Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation

An international art contest for students aged 11-19 to raise awareness about ocean conservation through art, with scholarships up to $500.

For children ages 11 to 19
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

CreativityArtistic ExpressionEnvironmental Awareness
See details and dates
Program

Two-Year Pre-NDA Residential Program at SPI Aurangabad

by Services Preparatory Institute (Maharashtra)

Government residential 2-year NDA prep programme in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar for Maharashtra boys who've passed Class 10 with 60% marks. Monthly hostel fee ₹5,000. 650+ officers commissioned.

For children ages 15 to 20
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Military disciplinePhysical fitnessNDA exam preparation
See details and dates
Competition

Humming Bird Tamil Olympiad (HTO)

by Humming Bird Education Ltd.

A national-level competition for students in Classes 1-12 to assess and showcase their proficiency in the Tamil language.

For children ages 6 to 18
Online or in-person
₹150 registration

What your child could gain:

Language ProficiencyGrammar and VocabularyReading Comprehension
See details and dates
Scholarship

United World Colleges (UWC) Scholarships

by UWC India

Need-based scholarships for Indian students to attend UWC schools worldwide, covering full tuition, boarding, IB fees, and travel.

For children ages 15 to 18
In-person event
₹5,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Intercultural communicationCritical thinkingLeadership
See details and dates
Course

Cambridge International AS & A Level

by Cambridge International

Cambridge AS & A Level is a globally recognised pre-university qualification for Grades 11 to 12 students, offered across 55 subjects, accepted by 500+ universities worldwide including top Indian institutions.

For children ages 15 to 19
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingIndependent researchAnalytical reasoning
See details and dates
Competition

Cadet Taekwondo Championship: Junior Poomsae By Karnataka Taekwondo

by Karnataka Taekwondo

The Cadet Taekwondo Championship (Junior Poomsae) is a state-level competition in Karnataka focusing on the precise execution of Taekwondo patterns for young athletes aged 12-14.

For children ages 12 to 14
In-person event
₹1,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Advanced Taekwondo Poomsae techniquesPrecision and balancePhysical conditioning and agility
See details and dates
Competition

Unicus Critical Thinking Olympiad (UCTO)

by Unicus Olympiads

A national-level Olympiad for classes 2-11, designed to assess and enhance students' logical reasoning and critical thinking skills.

For children ages 7 to 17
Online or in-person
₹225 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical ThinkingLogical ReasoningAnalytical Skills
See details and dates

Browse all 962 opportunities for ages 14-17

Competitions (634)
Scholarships (82)
Programs (136)
Courses (20)
Workshops (31)
Camps (44)
Exams (10)
Events (5)

Every opportunities for ages 14-17 listing on WiWit is checked against the organizer's official source before it is published. See how WiWit verifies listings.

WiWit

See only what fits your child

This list is everything WiWit has checked. The free app narrows it to what your child is eligible for, and reminds you before the deadline of every opportunity you save.

Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store

Frequently asked questions

How many opportunities for ages 14-17 are listed on WiWit?

WiWit currently lists 962 verified opportunities for ages 14-17 in India from 493 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 14-17 online?

Opportunities for ages 14-17 are available in multiple modes: 326 run online, 407 are in person, 229 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.

Are there free opportunities for ages 14-17?

Yes, 338 of the 962 opportunities for ages 14-17 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 a 14 to 17 year old?

For senior-school students (Grade 9-12), achievements start to count for the future. Competitive olympiads, national and international competitions, merit and need-based scholarships, and research and pre-college programs all suit this age and strengthen a higher-education portfolio.

See what fits your child

Get the free app