Fit India Quiz
by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India
₹2,50,000 Cash Prize for Students
The Fit India Quiz is a nationwide competition promoting fitness awareness, encouraging students to showcase their knowledge on health, fitness, and sports.
Mode
Online
Fee
₹100
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Preliminary round: 30 minutes
Time needed
The preliminary round is 30 minutes. Subsequent state and national rounds will have varying durations, requiring additional time commitment for preparation and participation.
Eligibility
Open to all students from Class 1 to Class 12 enrolled in schools across India. While there is no age restriction, the quiz content is primarily designed for students from Class 8 and above. Participation requires mandatory nomination by the student's school.
- Grade level
- Grade 1 to 12
- Age range
- 6 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Students must be nominated by their school to participate.
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹2,50,000
A total prize pool of over ₹3.25 crore is distributed. This includes cash prizes up to ₹25 lakhs for winning schools and up to Rs. 2.5 lakhs (Rs. 1.25 lakhs each) for student winners. Specific disbursement details will be communicated to winners by the organizing committee.
Certificate
Certificates from Fit India Mission
All participants receive a participation certificate from the Fit India Mission. Winners and qualifiers for advanced rounds receive special certificates of merit, recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Success in this national-level competition can significantly strengthen college applications, especially for programs related to sports, health, and general studies, demonstrating a commitment to learning and a broad knowledge base.
Career pathways
Participation can foster interest and open doors to careers in sports management, physical education, sports journalism, health sciences, sports administration, coaching, and sports science. National recognition is a valuable addition to academic and professional profiles.
Recognition
National Recognition & TV Exposure
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 1 Sept 2025
- Registration closed
- 15 Oct 2025
How to apply
- 1Schools must register online through the official Fit India website or the National Testing Agency (NTA) portal.
- 2Schools are responsible for nominating their students; individual applications are not accepted.
- 3Scanned images of the student's photograph and signature are required during the school registration process.
Rules and guidelines
- Schools must nominate a minimum of two students for the preliminary round.
- Candidates cannot apply directly; school nomination is mandatory.
- Negative marking may be applied for incorrect answers in the preliminary round.
- Late submissions or logins after the test commencement may not be permitted.
- All participants must adhere to the code of conduct and fair play guidelines established by the Fit India Mission.
Technology requirements
- Android mobile device with version 5 or above operating system for the preliminary exam.
- Internet connectivity for online rounds.
- An Android mobile device with operating system version 5 or above is required for taking the preliminary online examination.
Fees and financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of ₹100 per student is applicable for participation in the Fit India Quiz. This fee must be paid by the school at the time of online registration. Previous editions had varying fees, but the current fee is ₹100 per student.
Refund policy
Information regarding the refund policy for the registration fee is typically provided in the official competition guidelines or prospectus. Participants should refer to the official Fit India Quiz website for detailed refund terms.
About this opportunity
The Fit India Quiz is a national-level competition organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, through the Fit India Mission. Its primary objective is to raise awareness about health, fitness, and India's diverse sporting culture, including indigenous games, among school children across the country. The quiz provides a unique platform for students to demonstrate their knowledge and engage in an interactive learning process about physical well-being and sports.
All students enrolled in any class up to Class XII in schools across India are eligible to participate. Schools must nominate a minimum of two candidates, and there is no upper limit on the number of students a school can register.
Participants have the opportunity to win significant cash prizes for both themselves and their schools, with a total prize pool of over ₹3.25 crore. Winners also receive national recognition and certificates. The quiz aims to motivate students to adopt healthier lifestyles and gain valuable knowledge in sports and fitness, with the national rounds even being telecast on national television.
The competition typically involves multiple rounds, including a preliminary online examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), followed by state-level and national rounds. The preliminary exam is usually a multiple-choice question format, accessible via a dedicated mobile application.
Exam format
- Total marks
- 240
- Duration
- 30 minutes
- Format
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Language
- English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Oriya, Assamese, Bengali, Punjabi, Urdu
Rounds and format
The Fit India Quiz is conducted in multiple phases: 1. Registration and School Round: Schools register and conduct internal selection to nominate students. 2. Preliminary Round (NTA Round): An online multiple-choice test conducted by the National Testing Agency. This round is typically 30 minutes long with 60 questions. 3. State Round: Qualified schools compete at the state/UT level, often involving multi-format quizzes including buzzer rounds and audio/video identification. 4. National Round: Winning teams from each state/UT compete in the final round, which is telecast on national television.
How entries are judged
Preliminary Round: Based on marks obtained in the online test. In case of a tie, the younger student (age-wise) is ranked higher. State and National Rounds: Evaluation is based on correct answers and speed, with multi-format rounds including buzzer and audio/video identification.
Selection process
Students are selected based on their performance in the preliminary online examination. Schools with top-scoring students qualify for the state rounds. For state rounds, schools nominate a second student to form a team.
How to prepare
- Official Fit India website for guidelines and updates.
- Mock tests provided by NTA to familiarize with the online exam format.
- Study materials on Indian sports history, traditional games, yoga, and major international sporting events.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The quiz covers themes such as the history of Indian sports, traditional sports and games, yoga, fitness topics with emphasis on Indian traditional fitness methods, and major sporting events like Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and Khelo India Games. It also includes questions on prominent sports personalities and terminology.
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