GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest
₹3,000 Cash Prize
GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest is a competition by GETA Service Trust for students in Class 6 to 12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 6 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
This is a one-time submission contest.
Format
Individual
Time needed
Varies based on the individual's research and problem definition process.
About this opportunity
GYS Samasya Khoj is a national-level competition encouraging students to observe their surroundings and identify contemporary, real-life problems in India. The contest's core objective is not to find solutions but to master the art of problem identification, which is the crucial first step towards innovation. It provides a platform for young minds to articulate challenges impacting daily life, business, agriculture, or resource conservation.
Participation is open to students from grades 6 to 12 from any school across India, and entries are submitted online individually. The competition offers recognition and rewards for the most well-defined and impactful problem statements, including cash prizes, medals, and certificates, validating students' observational and analytical skills.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Class 6 to 12
- Age range
- 11 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Enrolled in a recognized Government, Aided, Corporate, or Private school in India.
Prerequisites
- Each submission must have a Guide Teacher, who can be a parent.
Eligible for students in grades 6-12 from any school across India. Each submission requires a Guide Teacher, who can be a parent. Multiple entries per student are allowed.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Not aligned with a specific curriculum; focuses on real-world observation and problem definition.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹3,000
First prize of ₹3,000, second prize of ₹2,000, and 10 consolation prizes of ₹500 each are awarded to winners.
Prizes
Medals for Winners
Top prize winners (First and Second) receive medals in recognition of their achievement.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement/Appreciation
Top winners receive a printed Certificate of Achievement. All qualifying participants receive a digital Certificate of Appreciation.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Rounds & format
The competition uses a single-round submission format.
How entries are judged
Entries are evaluated based on several factors including the impact of the problem, clarity of definition, affected audience, quality of the submission (language, grammar, specificity), and relevance to student innovation.
Selection process
The selection process involves a review of the submitted problem statements by a panel of judges. The decisions of the panel are final.
How to apply
- 1The problem statement must be submitted in English.
- 2Students can submit multiple entries for consideration.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
There is no entry fee to participate in this competition.
Refund policy
Not applicable as there is no fee.
Frequently asked questions
Is GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest?
Students in Class 6 to 12. Children aged 11 to 18.
What will my child gain from GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest?
Win a top cash prize of ₹3,000.. Second prize winners receive ₹2,000.. 10 consolation prize winners get ₹500 each.. Receive medals and printed certificates for top entries.. All qualifying participants get a digital appreciation certificate.. Develop crucial skills in problem identification and critical thinking.. Gain national recognition for your observational abilities.. Submitted problems are published on the GETA website to inspire other student innovators..
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