EcoInnovators Ideathon
Cash prizes for top teams
EcoInnovators Ideathon is a competition by Global Learning Council for students in Grade 8 to 12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Grade 8 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
3 months
Format
Both · Teams of 2
Time needed
Regular participation in AI masterclasses, project development, and evaluations over 3 months
About this opportunity
The EcoInnovators Ideathon is a national innovation challenge organized by the Global Learning Council (GLC) in partnership with Schoolnet India, designed to empower school students to build technology solutions for environmental sustainability. Participants use vibe coding, a simplified approach to building applications using AI tools that requires no advanced coding knowledge, to create functional mobile or web applications addressing real-world sustainability challenges.
The school track is open to students in Grades 8 to 12 from all educational boards including CBSE, IB, and state boards. Teams of two students work through a structured three-month journey that includes AI masterclasses, mentorship sessions, and multi-stage evaluations, culminating in a grand finale at a prestigious national venue.
Winners receive cash prizes and the opportunity to present their innovations at the Villars Symposium in Switzerland. The program is supported by partners including Axilor Ventures, Pratithi Investments, IIT Madras Centre for Responsible AI, CSTEP, and Infosys Springboard.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 8 to 12
- Age range
- 13 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Grades 8-12. Open to all educational boards (CBSE, IB, state boards). Pan-India participation. No prior coding experience required.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹1,50,000 in cash prizes
Cash prizes totaling Rs 1.5 lakh distributed among finalists and quiz participants
Recognition
MeitY-recognized national event
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Uses vibe coding requiring no advanced programming skills
- Three-month structured journey with AI masterclasses
- Winners present at Villars Symposium in Switzerland
- Recognized by MeitY as IndiaAI Impact Summit event
Exam format
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
The competition involves a structured three-month journey with multiple evaluation stages. These stages include initial idea submission, prototype development, and refinement, leading to semi-final presentations. The program culminates in a grand finale where top teams showcase their final applications and solutions.
How entries are judged
Innovation, feasibility, impact on environmental sustainability, technical execution using vibe coding, and presentation quality.
Selection process
Projects are evaluated through multi-stage assessments based on innovation, technical solution, and potential impact, with top teams advancing to subsequent rounds and the grand finale.
How to apply
- 1Participate in AI masterclasses on vibe coding and sustainability
- 2Develop a functional mobile or web application addressing a sustainability challenge
- 3Submit the working prototype through the online platform
- 4Top teams present at the grand finale event
How to prepare
- AI masterclasses
- Mentorship sessions
- Online resources on environmental sustainability
- Vibe coding tutorials
Frequently asked questions
Is EcoInnovators Ideathon free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in EcoInnovators Ideathon?
Students in Grade 8 to 12. Children aged 13 to 18.
What will my child gain from EcoInnovators Ideathon?
Cash prizes for top-performing teams. Winners present innovations at Villars Symposium in Switzerland. Recognized by MeitY as IndiaAI Impact Summit pre-summit event. AI masterclasses and mentorship from industry experts. Hands-on experience building functional AI-powered applications. Exposure to partners including IIT Madras, CSTEP, and Infosys Springboard.
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