Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education
₹50 Lakh Incubation Grant
National innovation competition for Indian youth (14-22) to develop tech solutions for societal challenges, offering grants, mentorship, and incubation.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Grade 8 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
Six-month program
Format
Both · Teams of 3
Time needed
Mandatory attendance for workshops, mentoring sessions, bootcamps, and pitch events.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 8 to 12
- Age range
- 14 to 22 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Open to Indian residents aged 14-22 years as of the last day of the competition. Participants should have an enthusiasm for solving everyday problems through innovation.
Prerequisites
- Original concept in science and technology or a new product with social consequence.
- Previous funding for the identical proposal not exceeding INR 5 lakhs.
Open to Indian nationals aged 14-22 years, including school students (grades 9-12) and college students. Key requirements: Individual or team participation (up to 3 members). Parental consent mandatory for participants under 18. Ideas must be original and not have received prior funding exceeding ₹5 lakhs for the same proposal.
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Rewards and recognition
Award
₹50,00,000
The winning teams receive an incubation grant of ₹50,00,000. Other monetary awards include ₹20,00,000 for the top 20 team members (5 top teams from this theme).
Prizes
Samsung Laptops & Smartphones
Top 10 teams receive Samsung laptops, and Top 5 teams receive Samsung Galaxy Z Flip smartphones.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
Certificates of achievement are provided to the Top 25 teams.
Recognized by
Career pathways
Participants receive mentorship from Samsung leaders, IIT Delhi faculty, and industry experts, with winning teams gaining incubation support at IIT Delhi.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
- Registration opens
- 7 May 2026
- Registration closed
- 3 Jul 2026
- Competition
- 15 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 2026
- Results
- 31 Jan 2027
Announcement of Top 25 Teams
Teams selected for online training and video pitch submission will be announced. These teams will receive expert-led online training from FITT - IIT Delhi.
Announcement of Top 10 Teams
Teams selected for the Innovation Bootcamp and National Pitch Event will be announced. These teams will visit Samsung offices and receive hands-on training at IIT Delhi.
IIT Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi
How to apply
- 1Online application and idea submission, followed by video pitches for shortlisted teams. Successful participants receive email notifications and announcements on the official website and social media.
About this opportunity
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a national innovation competition empowering Indian youth aged 14-22 to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges. Participants can submit ideas across themes like Health, Education, AI Living, Environmental Sustainability, and Sport & Tech, fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving.
The program offers extensive training in design thinking, business planning, and prototyping, along with mentorship from industry experts and IIT Delhi faculty. Winning teams receive significant grants, Samsung devices, and incubation support at IIT Delhi to scale their innovative solutions.
Rounds & format
Phase 1: Application & Idea Submission. Experts from FITT - IIT Delhi review applications, and 100 teams (25 from each theme) are selected for the next stage. Phase 2: Top 100 teams receive online training from FITT - IIT Delhi experts and submit video pitches. A panel evaluates these pitches, and 40 shortlisted teams (10 from each theme) qualify. Phase 3: Innovation Bootcamp & National Pitch Event for Top 40 teams. Teams visit Samsung offices, receive hands-on training and lab access at IIT Delhi, and pitch to a jury. 20 teams (5 from each theme) are selected for the Grand Finale. Phase 4: Grand Finale for Top 20 teams. Finalists receive 1-on-1 mentoring, access to prototyping labs at IIT Delhi, and pitch their ideas and prototypes to a grand jury in Delhi NCR. Four winning teams (one from each theme) are announced.
How entries are judged
Ideas are evaluated based on their relevance to a social problem, technical feasibility, market potential, and team competence. Criteria include innovation and creativity, potential for impact and feasibility, scalability, and clarity in technical execution and development.
Selection process
Selection is based on the significance of the problem statement, novelty and viability of the proposed solution, qualifications of the team or individual, and the plan for commercialization. Each stage involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Design thinking methodology, digital technologies, business skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, prototyping, intellectual property rights (IPR).
Frequently asked questions
How can participants develop a strong and impactful idea for the competition?
Participants should focus on identifying a real-world problem within the chosen themes and propose a technology-driven solution that is innovative, feasible, and has the potential for significant social impact. Researching existing solutions and understanding the target beneficiaries can strengthen the proposal. Attending the initial design-thinking workshops can also provide valuable insights.
What kind of support is provided to teams during the prototyping and development phases?
Shortlisted teams receive expert mentorship from Samsung leaders, IIT Delhi faculty, and industry experts. They also gain access to prototyping labs at IIT Delhi during the Innovation Bootcamp and Grand Finale stages, along with extensive training in design thinking and business planning.
How are the judging criteria applied to ensure fair and transparent evaluation across all stages?
A panel of experts from FITT - IIT Delhi and Samsung evaluates ideas based on predefined criteria including problem significance, solution novelty, technical viability, market potential, and team capabilities. Each stage involves rigorous evaluation to ensure fairness and select the most promising innovations.
What are the long-term benefits for participants beyond the competition prizes?
Beyond grants and devices, participants gain invaluable experience in problem-solving, design thinking, and entrepreneurship. The program offers national recognition, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and incubation support at IIT Delhi for winning teams, fostering a pathway for their ideas to become scalable startups.
How can teams effectively manage the time commitment required for the various stages of the competition?
Effective time management involves planning and delegating tasks within the team, utilizing the provided online training and mentorship sessions efficiently, and dedicating consistent effort to refine ideas and prototypes. Prioritizing tasks and setting internal deadlines can help teams stay on track, especially given the six-month program duration.
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