Viksit Bharat Buildathon for School Students
by Ministry of Education, Government of India
₹1 Crore Prize Pool for 1110 Teams
1,00,00,000 participants
A national innovation challenge by the Ministry of Education for students in classes 6-12 to build solutions for India's future and win from a ₹1 Crore prize pool.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Participation format
Team
Teams of 3 to 6
Duration
Approximately 1 month (Registration to Submission Deadline) and 2-5 minute video .
Time needed
Depends on the time taken to make the entry
Eligibility
Eligibility: Open to students in classes 6 to 12 from any recognized school across India. Requirements: Students must form a team of 3-7 members from the same school, guided by a teacher mentor. Location: This is a nationwide competition with no geographical restrictions.
- Grade level
- Grade 6 to 12
- Age range
- 11 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Must be enrolled in a recognized school in India.
- Prerequisites
- Must be a student of a recognized school in India
- Interest in innovation, problem-solving, and national development themes
- Must be a student of a recognized school in India.
- Interest in innovation, problem-solving, and national development themes.
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹1,00,00,000
A total prize pool of ₹1 Crore is shared among 10 national, 100 state, and 1,000 district-level winning teams.
Certificate
Ministry of Education Certificate
All participants receive a digital certificate of participation from the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Career pathways
Winning teams receive long-term support, including mentorship from experts and incubation opportunities to further develop their innovations.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Schools register their student teams on the official Viksit Bharat Buildathon portal (vbb.mic.gov.in).
- 2Each registered team receives a unique ID.
- 3Teams select one of the four themes (Atmanirbhar Bharat, Swadeshi, Vocal for Local, Samriddhi) and develop an idea or prototype.
- 4The final submission is a 2-5 minute video explaining the project, which is uploaded to the portal before the deadline.
Rules and guidelines
- Each team must consist of 3 to 7 students from the same school.
- Schools can register multiple teams without any limit.
- Entries must be submitted in the form of a video (2-5 minutes) showcasing the idea or prototype.
- A teacher from the school must be assigned as a mentor for each team.
- The project must align with one of the four designated themes.
- Submissions will be evaluated by a national panel of experts.
- There is no limit to the number of teams a school can register.
Technology requirements
- Access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection for registration and submission.
- Video recording equipment (e.g., smartphone, camera) to create the project submission video.
About this opportunity
The Viksit Bharat Buildathon is India's largest school-level innovation movement, organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog. It aims to inspire over a crore students from classes 6 to 12 to ideate, innovate, and solve real-world challenges, aligning with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
Participation is open to all students from classes 6 to 12 across India, who must form teams within their schools. The initiative focuses on inclusivity, encouraging participation from students in aspirational districts and remote areas. Winners receive significant recognition and prizes from a total award pool of ₹1 Crore, along with long-term mentorship and incubation opportunities.
Rounds and format
The competition involves a single round of submission. Teams register online, develop a project based on a chosen theme, and submit a 2-5 minute video of their idea or prototype for evaluation by a national panel of experts.
How entries are judged
Entries are evaluated by a national panel of experts based on criteria such as innovation, feasibility, social impact, and alignment with the chosen theme.
Selection process
Winning teams are selected at the district, state, and national levels based on the evaluation scores from the expert panel. The top 1000 teams are recognized at the district level, 100 at the state level, and 10 at the national level.
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The competition is aligned with the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, focusing on experiential and hands-on learning.
Frequently asked questions
How can a team's project stand out among thousands of entries?
Focus on a unique and well-defined problem within the given themes. A solution that is innovative, feasible, and clearly presented with a strong social impact in the video submission often scores higher with the judges.
What are common mistakes teams should avoid in their video submission?
Common pitfalls include poor audio/video quality, exceeding the 5-minute time limit, and focusing more on the team than the project. Ensure the video clearly explains the problem, the proposed solution, and its potential impact.
How should students balance this competition with their regular schoolwork?
Effective time management is crucial. Teams should create a project timeline, assign specific tasks based on members' strengths, and dedicate consistent hours each week to the project to avoid last-minute pressure.
What is the role of the teacher mentor in the competition?
The mentor's role is to guide the team's ideation process, help refine the project's scope, provide subject-matter expertise, and ensure the team adheres to all competition guidelines and deadlines.
Beyond winning, what are the key takeaways for participants?
Participants develop vital 21st-century skills, including problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy. It is a valuable opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world national challenges.
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