Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has invited application from the university students for the ‘Student Innovation Award 2019’.
The award seeks to recognise and promote innovation carried out by students in varied fields at their workplace or at home.
The last date to apply is October 15.
Who is Eligible to Participate?
Any registered students of IGNOU who has developed and implemented an
innovative product, process or services as a solution to the problem, the challenge being faced by individuals or society in any area, preferably from the given theme areas, is eligible to submit the application.
Interested students can click here for further details.
The Prize:
The winner gets Rs 10,000, the second runners up Rs 7000 and the third runners up Rs 5000.
Besides the innovators will be recognised with certificates and trophies.
What are the Theme Areas?
- 1. Food, Agriculture and Rural Development
- 2. Clean Energy and Alternate Fuel
- 3. Clean Water and Water Management
- 4. Swacchhata Initiatives and Waste Management
- 5. Health Care and Hygiene
- 6. Smart Transportation and Traffic Management
- 7. Smart City and Urban Development
- 8. Social Issues and Security System
- 9. Technological Innovation
- 10. Education and Open University System
- 11. Any other Area
How To Apply?
Candidates can download the application form, fill it and submit it along with supporting documents and a 5-10 minute video clips on innovation. The award entries are to be submitted via email at ncide@ignou.ac.in or hard copies by sending them to:
Director, NCIDE
Zakir Hussain Bhawan, New Academic Complex
IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068