schoolinnovationmarathon.org School Innovation Marathon 2024 SIM

Organization : Ministry of Education, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog
Contest Name : School Innovation Marathon 2024 SIM
Applicable For : Students of classes 6th to 12th
Last Date : 30th November 2024
Website : https://schoolinnovationmarathon.org/lp/

What is Ministry of Education School Innovation Marathon?

School Innovation Marathon 2024 is organized by Ministry of Education, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog and Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), AICTE. All students from classes 6th to 12th in schools across India are eligible to participate. Participation certificates shall be provided to all teams participating in the SIM. Last date of contest is 30th November 2024.

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Theme of School Innovation Marathon

** Theme of School Innovation Marathon this year: “Viksit Bharat 2047”
** The overarching vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047” focuses on transforming India into a developed nation by the year 2047. Student Teams from all schools of the country identify and create a problem statement based on the theme and develop innovative solutions in the form of working prototypes.

Eligibility of School Innovation Marathon

All students from classes 6th to 12th in schools across India are eligible to participate.

Objectives of School Innovation Marathon

The primary objectives of the School Innovation Marathon 2024 are to:
** Foster innovation and creativity among school students.
** Equip young people with skills to identify and solve problems.
** Encourage students to identify and address real-world community problems.
** Provide students with hands-on experience in developing working prototypes.
** Offer exposure to professional environments through internships and incubation opportunities.
** Promote a culture of entrepreneurship among young innovators.

Prizes of School Innovation Marathon

Participation certificates shall be provided to all teams participating in the School Innovation Marathon.
Special Certificates :
** Top 20 teams from each state
** Top 20 teams from rural areas
** Top 20 teams from government schools
** Top 20 teams from Aspirational Districts
** Top 20 teams for teams having Children with special needs

Top teams :
** Funding Support from the Ministry of Education, facilitated by MIC
** Student Internship Programme (SIP) with Incubators, facilitated by AIM
** Student Entrepreneurship Programme (SEP), facilitated by AIM
** Patenting support and guidance, facilitated by MIC

FAQ on School Innovation Marathon

What is the School Innovation Marathon?
The School Innovation Marathon is a nationwide initiative aimed at unleashing the creative potential of students across India. It encourages student innovation and agency to tackle critical local and global challenges.

Who organizes the School Innovation Marathon?
The Marathon is spearheaded by AIM, NITI Aayog, Ministry of Education (MOE) in collaboration with UNICEF and YUWAAH.

What are the rewards for the top teams?
The top teams will receive internships through the Student Innovator Program with leading corporates of India, certificates from AIM, NITI Aayog, and many more interesting opportunities at the conclusion of the Marathon.

What is the deadline for submitting entries?
The last date to submit entries is November 30th, 2024.

What are the Important Dates of School Innovation Marathon?

The Important Dates of School Innovation Marathon 2024 are
Launch of School Innovation Marathon 29th July 2024 (Anniversary of NEP 2020)
National Orientation 1st August 2024
Skilling, Capacity Building and Design Thinking Workshops 29th July to 30th November 2024
Last date to submit projects 30th November 2024
Announcement of Top teams 12th January 2025 (National Youth Day)
Funding Support to Top teams March 2025
Student Innovator Programme starts May 2025 onwards
Grand Showcase Event of Top Teams 29th July 2025 (Anniversary of NEP 2020)