ASTP Space Settlement Contest
by ASTP India (Association of Science and Technology Professionals)
National-level recognition
ASTP Space Settlement Contest is a competition by ASTP India (Association of Science and Technology Professionals) for students in Grade 5 to 12, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Grade 5 to 12
Fee
₹150
Duration
Submission period of approximately 3 months
Format
Both · Teams of 5
Time needed
5-10 hours/week for 16 weeks
About this opportunity
The ASTP Space Settlement Contest is a national design competition organized by ASTP India that challenges school students to envision and design sustainable space settlements. Participants create detailed proposals for lunar colonies supporting 10,000 people beyond the year 2050, covering aspects such as life support systems, energy management, governance, and communication.
The competition is open to students in Grades 5 through 12 across India, with both individual and team entries accepted. Submissions are organized in three categories: Document (technical settlement design with diagrams), Artistic (visual representations through drawings, digital art, or mixed media), and Poetry (original poems about space settlement and lunar life).
Participants gain exposure to interdisciplinary thinking across space science, engineering, environmental sustainability, and creative expression. The competition evaluates entries on innovation, technical feasibility, sustainability, and presentation quality. Cash prizes and certificates are awarded to winners in each category.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 5 to 12
- Age range
- 10 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of science and technology concepts
- Interest in space exploration and design
- Problem-solving and creative thinking skills
Open to students in Grades 5-12 across India. Both individual and team entries accepted. Submissions in three categories: Document, Artistic, and Poetry.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rewards and recognition
Award
Cash prizes for winners
Cash prizes are awarded to winners in each category. Specific amounts are not publicly disclosed.
Certificate
Participation Certificate
Certificates awarded to participants and winners.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Three distinct submission categories allowing both technical and creative participation
- Combines STEM with arts and creative writing in a space science context
- Accessible to a wide grade range from Class 5 through Class 12
Exam format
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
Online submission round followed by a final selection stage for top teams.
How entries are judged
Innovation, technical feasibility, sustainability, and presentation quality
Selection process
Entries are selected based on their adherence to judging criteria, with top submissions in each category receiving awards
How to apply
- 1Online registration
- 2Submission of project proposal/artwork/poetry
How to prepare
- Research on space settlement concepts
- Design software and tools
- Examples of past space settlement designs
- Books and articles on lunar exploration and colonization
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Rs 150 per student. For school bulk registration (minimum 25 students), schools retain Rs 30 as service charge and remit Rs 120 to ASTP India. Individual registration also available.
Frequently asked questions
Is ASTP Space Settlement Contest free?
No. The registration fee is ₹150.
Who can participate in ASTP Space Settlement Contest?
Students in Grade 5 to 12. Children aged 10 to 18.
What will my child gain from ASTP Space Settlement Contest?
Cash prizes for winners in Document, Artistic, and Poetry categories. National-level recognition and certificates. Development of space science, engineering design, and creative expression skills. Exposure to interdisciplinary thinking across STEM and arts. Opportunity to explore space settlement concepts and sustainability challenges.
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