GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest
₹3,000 Cash Prize
A national contest for students in grades 6-12 to identify real-world problems in India, fostering innovation and critical thinking skills.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual
Duration
This is a one-time submission contest.
Time needed
Depends on individual research and writing time
Eligibility
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.
- Grade level
- Grade 6 to 12
- Age range
- 11 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- 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.
See if your child qualifies.
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
How to apply
- 1The problem statement must be submitted in English.
- 2Students can submit multiple entries for consideration.
Rules and guidelines
- Entries must be the student's original work and should not be copied from the internet or other sources.
- Problems that have been presented at a state-level competition or higher are not eligible.
- Submissions previously presented at school, mandal, or district levels are permitted.
- A panel of educators and eminent personalities will evaluate the entries, and their decision is final.
- The number of prizes may be adjusted if the number of qualified entries is below the minimum requirement.
Technology requirements
- A computer or mobile device with internet access for online submission.
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.
Rounds and 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.
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Not aligned with a specific curriculum; focuses on real-world observation and problem definition.
Frequently asked questions
What distinguishes a winning problem statement from a regular submission?
Winning entries typically identify a high-impact, niche problem with a very clear and concise definition. They demonstrate deep observation and effectively articulate the problem's significance to a specific community or the nation.
What are common pitfalls participants should avoid in their submissions?
A frequent mistake is focusing on proposing solutions instead of deeply analyzing and defining the problem itself. Other pitfalls include vague descriptions, lack of evidence to support the problem's existence, and choosing overly broad topics.
How can participants effectively prepare for this type of competition?
Preparation should focus on developing keen observational skills by studying local communities and national issues. Reading widely and practicing the art of clear, structured writing to define problems are also highly beneficial.
What long-term benefits can a student gain from participating, even without winning?
Participation hones critical thinking, research, and analytical skills. It encourages a mindset of identifying and articulating challenges, which is a foundational skill for future innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders.
Can a participant submit more than one problem statement?
Yes, students are permitted to submit multiple entries for consideration in the competition. Each submission should be a distinct and original problem statement.
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