e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition
Merit Certificate from 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.
Mode
Online
Fee
₹3,000
Participation format
Team
Teams of 2 to 4
Duration
7-8 weeks
Eligibility
Open to students in Grades 7-12 (ages 12-18) from schools across India. No prior 3D modeling or design experience required.
- Grade level
- Grade 7 to 12
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Open to students in Grades 7-12 from schools across India.
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Gift Pack for Top Performers
Top performers receive a physical gift pack including merit certificate, T-shirt, bag, and board game from e-Yantra, IIT Bombay.
Certificate
Merit Certificate from IIT Bombay
Merit certificates from e-Yantra, IIT Bombay awarded to finalists and top performers.
Recognition
Project Showcased on Virtual Museum
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 1 Apr 2026
- Registration closed
- 20 Jul 2026
- Competition
- 23 Jul 2026 to 30 Sept 2026
How to apply
- 1Register through the e-Yantra school programs website
- 2Form a team and select a historical artifact to work on
- 3Attend mentored sessions and complete artifact digitization
Rules and guidelines
- Teams work on creating 3D virtual exhibits of historical artifacts
- Participants are mentored by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay team members throughout
- Final submissions must include 3D models, designed posters, and research documentation
- Projects are evaluated on consistency, innovation, and presentation
Technology requirements
- Computer with internet access
- Blender software for 3D modeling
- Canva or similar tool for digital poster design
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The registration fee is per individual and includes weekly live sessions, access to text and video learning resources, one-to-one discussions with mentors, and weekly assessments.
Refund policy
Once the registration fee is paid, it is neither refundable nor transferable under any circumstances.
About this opportunity
The e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition is an online project-based learning competition organized by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay. Students create virtual museum exhibits featuring historical and cultural artifacts by learning 3D modeling, photogrammetry, digital poster design, and research techniques to render real historical objects in a virtual 3D space.
The competition is open to students in Grades 7 to 12 across India. Participants work in teams over a 7-8 week period, mentored by e-Yantra team members from IIT Bombay. The program combines technology skills with cultural heritage documentation, encouraging students to research and digitally preserve artifacts from museums across India.
Finalists are selected for a Grand Finale with awards in categories such as Most Consistent Team, Most Innovative Design, and Most Dramatic Exhibit. Top performers receive merit certificates from e-Yantra, IIT Bombay, and their projects are showcased on the e-Yantra Virtual Museum website, creating a student-built digital heritage collection.
Rounds and format
The competition includes six tasks and one bonus activity. Resources and problem statements will be provided on each task release day. The e-Yantra team will notify via email on every task release to the registered email address.
How entries are judged
Projects are judged on creativity, innovation, technical execution (3D modeling, photogrammetry, video editing), research methodology, storytelling, and teamwork. Awards are given for categories such as Most Consistent Team, Most Innovative Design, and Most Dramatic Exhibit.
Selection process
Teams are selected for the Grand Finale based on their project's performance, progress, and quality throughout the competition journey, demonstrating critical thinking and research skills.
How to prepare
- Weekly live sessions with mentors
- Curated text and video learning resources
- Dedicated discussion forums for queries and peer learning
- Weekly assessments and assignments
- One-on-one discussions with mentors
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Covers practical skills in 3D modeling, photogrammetry, and digital design for creating virtual museum exhibits. Students learn research methodologies for cultural heritage documentation and digital preservation techniques, applying these skills to real historical artifacts.
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