AICEeCC - New Media
by Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET) Unit of NCERT
₹40,000 Cash Prize
AICEeCC - New Media is a competition by Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET) Unit of NCERT for children aged 3 to 18, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Fee
₹200
Duration
The eContent duration must be between 3 to 30 minutes.
Format
Individual · Teams of 1
Time needed
Varies based on the complexity of content creation.
About this opportunity
The New Media category of the All India Children’s Educational eContent Competition (AICEeCC) highlights innovative, technology-driven educational materials that go beyond traditional formats. This category focuses on next-generation digital experiences such as immersive learning environments, XR-based educational content, VR/AR simulations, virtual laboratories, interactive 3D models, gamified learning systems, and other advanced digital tools designed to make education more experiential and engaging.
The aim of the New Media category is to encourage students to use modern technologies to explain concepts through hands-on, interactive, and immersive learning. These experiences allow learners to explore subjects in ways that mimic real-world situations, enabling deeper understanding and practical application. Examples include virtual science experiments, AR overlays for textbooks, VR field trips, and simulated environments that help students grasp complex topics more intuitively.
This category is ideal for students who enjoy working with emerging technologies such as AR, VR, MR, XR platforms, simulation tools, educational gaming frameworks, and 3D interactive environments. It supports the development of future-ready skills and promotes innovative thinking by allowing participants to design modern educational solutions that contribute to India’s growing digital learning landscape.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Age range
- 3 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Open to school children (ages 3-18), college students, teachers, teacher educators, and independent content creators.
Prerequisites
- For student entries, a valid ID and an endorsement letter from the Principal/Head of the Institution is mandatory.
- Submissions in languages other than Hindi or English must include subtitles or translations.
- The creator must share the source code and transfer copyrights of the submitted eContent to CIET, NCERT.
- Must have an original new media eContent (game, app, AR/VR, etc.)
Open to all Indian nationals, including school children (ages 3-18), college students, teachers, and independent creators. Student entries require a valid school ID and an endorsement letter from their institution's head.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Participants are required to create educational eContent that aligns with the Indian school curriculum, primarily following NCERT guidelines. Projects can be based on topics from the foundational, preparatory, middle, or secondary school levels, encouraging a creative and accurate representation of academic concepts.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹40,000
The best eContent in various categories will receive a cash prize of ₹40,000. Additional prizes of ₹5,000 are awarded for individual excellence in areas like scriptwriting, editing, and animation.
Prizes
Trophy
Winners for Best eContent and Individual Excellence receive a prestigious trophy.
Certificate
Certificate from CIET-NCERT
All winners receive a certificate of achievement from the Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), NCERT.
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Recognition
National-level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Focus on new-age digital resources like AR/VR, simulations, and educational games.
- Provides specific problem statements to guide development, such as AI-based assessment tools or classroom simulators.
- Winning entries are shared on national educational platforms like DIKSHA.
Rounds & format
The competition consists of two main stages. First, a committee of experts conducts a preliminary screening to shortlist the entries from all submissions received. Following this, the shortlisted eContent is evaluated by a final jury panel, which may require creators to present their work virtually to determine the winners.
How entries are judged
Entries are judged on content appropriateness, packaging, presentation, and overall effectiveness. For new media, specific criteria include creativity, originality, educational value, technical quality, user interface/experience (UI/UX), artistic skill, and cultural inclusivity. Preference is given to eContent focusing on Children with Special Needs (CWSN).
Selection process
A committee of experts will shortlist the entries from all submissions received. The shortlisted eContent will then be judged by a final jury panel to determine the winners. The results declared by the jury will be final and binding.
How to apply
- 1Develop an original eContent following the competition guidelines.
- 2Complete the online registration form on the official CIET, NCERT portal.
- 3Upload all required documents, including ID proof (for students) and an endorsement letter.
- 4Pay the submission fee of ₹200 per entry via NEFT and upload the transaction receipt before the deadline
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A submission fee of ₹200 is applicable for each entry, payable via NEFT. There is no fee for entries from NIE/CIET/PSSCIVE/RIEs of NCERT.
Refund policy
The submission fee is non-refundable, including in cases of duplicate or disqualified entries.
Frequently asked questions
Is AICEeCC - New Media free?
No. The registration fee is ₹200.
Who can participate in AICEeCC - New Media ?
Children aged 3 to 18.
What will my child gain from AICEeCC - New Media ?
Win a cash prize of ₹40,000 for the best eContent.. Receive a cash prize of ₹5,000 for individual excellence in areas like animation.. Get a prestigious trophy and a certificate from CIET, NCERT.. Gain national-level recognition for your creative work.. Showcase your talent on a platform supported by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.. Winning entries will be disseminated on national platforms like DIKSHA and OER..
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