REGISTRATIONS OPEN · 21 APRIL — 10 JULY 2026

India's largest school innovation championship

Curious Minds. Bold Ideas. Bright Bharat. Better Tomorrow.

Anvesh Bharat is a national movement where students from Grades 3 to 12 don't just compete — they discover. Three tracks. Five regional finals. One national stage.

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1,200+

Schools Expected

18

States Reached

3

Tracks · One Movement

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About the Movement

More than a competition.
A national movement.

Anvesh Bharat empowers students to step beyond participation and into the role of young investigators. Across three dynamic tracks, students identify real-world challenges and design solutions aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.

Inquiry

Curiosity comes first. Every project begins with a question, never with an answer.

Integrity

Students compete with honesty. Mentors guide — they do not build.

Inclusion

Every school. Every language. Every ability. Tier-2 schools belong on the same stage as metro flagships.

Impact

Solutions must address real problems facing real Indians. Not abstract challenges — Bharat's challenges.

Three Tracks

Choose your way to discover

Three tracks, three personalities, one championship. Pick the one that matches how you love to investigate the world.

Anvesh Yantra

अन्वेष यन्त्र · Robotics

Design. Build. Engineer.

Build robots that race, place objects with precision, or run autonomous missions. From Grade 3 line-followers to Grade 12 autonomous arena bots.

Grades 3–12 3 categories Up to 4 students
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Anvesh Code

अन्वेष कोड · Hackathon

Think. Code. Create.

Build games, websites, and AI apps that solve real problems. From Scratch games for juniors to AI-powered solutions for seniors.

Grades 3–12 3 categories Up to 4 students
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Anvesh Vigyan

अन्वेष विज्ञान · Innovation

Observe. Experiment. Discover.

Identify real problems. Design innovative solutions. Build working models. From eco-friendly homes to inclusive technology.

Grades 3–12 3 categories Up to 4 students
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Anvesh Yantra

अन्वेष यन्त्र · Robotics Track

A national-level robotics competition where students design, build, and control robots to solve real-time engineering challenges through arena-based tasks, focusing on practical skills and performance.

Category 1: Robo Race Arena

Age Category: Grade 3–6

Main Theme: Speed, Control & Precision

Students build and control robots to navigate obstacle-based tracks. The focus is on movement control, speed, stability, and quick decision-making while handling real-time challenges.

  • Obstacle Navigation – Handling hurdles and track challenges
  • Speed Optimization – Completing tasks efficiently
  • Stability & Control – Smooth and balanced movement
  • Student Innovation – Custom robot improvements

Category 2: Precision Control Arena (Pick & Place)

Age Category: Grade 6–8

Main Theme: Human-Controlled Precision Engineering

A team-based robotics challenge where multiple robots perform coordinated tasks like pick-and-place operations, simulating real-world industrial automation and requiring high precision and teamwork.

  • Pick & Place Mechanism – Object handling systems
  • Multi-Robot Coordination – Team-based task execution
  • Precision Control – Accurate movement & placement
  • Student Innovation – Unique mechanisms & improvements
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Anvesh Code

अन्वेष कोड · Hackathon Track

A national-level coding competition where students identify real-world problems and develop digital solutions through games and websites using logical thinking, creativity, and programming skills.

Category 1: PlayCode Arena

Age Category: Grade 3–6

Main Theme: Smart & Sustainable World

Students create interactive games using block-based coding (Scratch/mBlock) to promote environmental awareness and sustainable living through simple and engaging concepts.

  • Clean the City Mission – Waste management & cleanliness
  • Save Energy Hero – Energy conservation awareness
  • Water Saver Challenge – Water conservation
  • Student Innovation – Open creative ideas

Category 2: Web Innovators Arena

Age Category: Grade 7–10

Main Theme: Technology for a Better Tomorrow

Students design functional websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to solve real-world problems and improve daily life through digital innovation.

  • Future Classroom – Smart learning solutions
  • Smart Daily Planner – Task & time management
  • Energy Around Me – Energy tracking & awareness
  • Digital Help Hub – Information & support platforms
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Anvesh Vigyan

अन्वेष विज्ञान · Innovation Track

A national-level project-based competition where students identify real-world problems and create innovative solutions using science, design thinking, and technology through prototypes and presentations.

Category 1: Junior Innovators

Age Category: Grade 3–5

Main Theme: Science in My Everyday Life

Students explore simple scientific concepts from daily life and create solutions for small but meaningful real-world problems using basic observations and creativity.

  • My Eco-Friendly Home – Sustainable living ideas
  • Saving Water, Saving Life – Water conservation solutions
  • Energy Around Me – Efficient use of energy
  • Student Innovation – Open creative ideas

Category 2: Young Creators

Age Category: Grade 6–8

Main Theme: Technology for a Better Tomorrow

Students develop innovative solutions using technology to improve daily life and solve community-level challenges with smart and efficient ideas.

  • Smart Living Solutions – Automation & smart systems
  • Waste to Wealth – Recycling and reuse innovations
  • Green Transport – Eco-friendly transport ideas
  • Student Innovation – Unique creative solutions

Category 3: Future Engineers

Age Category: Grade 9–12

Main Theme: Innovate for Impact

Students design impactful and scalable solutions addressing global and real-world challenges with a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and technological advancement.

  • Smart Agriculture – Tech in farming & food production
  • Clean and Green Tech – Sustainable innovations
  • Inclusive Tech for All – Solutions for differently-abled & communities
  • Student Innovation – High-impact independent ideas
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Three Stages

From your classroom to the national stage

A progressive journey designed to help every team grow — round by round, stage by stage.

01

Online Qualifier

21 APRIL — 10 JULY 2026

Submit your 2-page project document and 3-minute video online. Top scorers from each region advance to the Regional Championship.

02

Regional Championship

AUGUST 2026

Live arena events across 5 zones — Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad. Top teams per category advance to the National Finals.

03

National Finals

NOVEMBER 2026

3-day flagship event in Delhi NCR. Live finals, public exhibition day, grand felicitation. The stage where champions are made.

Get Started

How to participate

Four simple steps to enter India's largest school innovation championship.

Form your team

Get up to 4 students from your school. Pick your track. Pick your category by grade.

Choose a theme

Pick a sub-theme that matches your passion, or use the open Student Innovation slot.

Build your project

Identify a real problem. Design your solution. Document it. Record your demo video.

Submit & shine

Register for ₹499 per team. Upload your work. Get ready for the regional championship.

Calendar 2026

Key dates to remember

Mark these dates. Set your reminders. Make your plans.

21 April

Registrations Open

Theme guide and rulebook published. Mentor webinars begin.

May — June

Build Window

Mentor office hours every Saturday. Weekly tip newsletters.

10 July

Stage 1 Deadline

Final submissions due by 11:59 PM IST.

31 July

Stage 1 Results

Qualifying teams announced. Stage 2 invitations follow within a week.

August

Regional Championships

Live events across 5 regional venues. Witness the future being built.

November

National Finals

3-day flagship event in Delhi NCR. The grand stage.

Innovation Championship Prize Pool

Awards that celebrate real innovation

Champion

Trophy, medal, a MyStemLab Kit worth ₹10,000, a national press feature, and an Innovation Fellowship Scholarship.

Runner-up

Trophy, medal, and a MyStemLab Kit worth ₹7,500.

2nd Runner-up

Trophy, medal, and a MyStemLab Kit worth ₹5,000.

Innovation School of the Year

Rotating shield, MyStemLab Kits worth ₹10,000, and recognition in next year’s brochure.

Inclusion Champion

Awarded to a project advancing accessibility or social inclusion — includes a trophy and media feature.

Mentor of the Year

Awarded to the teacher whose teams show the most growth — includes recognition and the Anvesh Mentor Fellowship.

People's Choice

Voted by public exhibition attendees on Day 2 — includes a trophy.

Special Mention

Certificate, a MyStemLab voucher, and an invitation to mentor at the next edition.

Bharat Bhushan Award

Best project addressing a rural or tier-2/3 India challenge — includes a trophy and national press feature.

Ready to begin the discovery?

Register your school today. Just ₹499 per team. Three tracks. One unforgettable journey.

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Quick Answers

Frequently asked

The questions schools, parents, and students ask us most often.

What is the registration fee? +
The registration fee is Rs. 499 only.
Who can participate? +
Any student in Grades 3–12 enrolled in a recognised Indian school. CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB, state board — all curricula welcome. Government, private, aided, unaided, and CSR-supported schools may all participate.
Can students participate in multiple tracks? +
A student may participate in only one track per academic year. However, a school may field unlimited teams across all three tracks.
Are AI tools like ChatGPT allowed? +
Yes — for brainstorming, research, debugging, and translation. No — for writing your document or building your project for you. The work must be substantially the team's own. Any AI use must be disclosed in the submission.
Can submissions be in Hindi or regional languages? +
Yes. Submissions in any major Indian language are welcome. The title page and abstract should also include English so judges from any region can evaluate.