Questions,
answered.
Who can participate?
Any school student in India can take part. Schools can also join as partner schools by booking an Inspire Session. General
Is there a fee?
There is no fee mentioned for registering or submitting through the website. Any fee, if it ever applies, will be stated clearly in the challenge brief before you submit. General
Can teams participate?
Entries are made by individual students. If a project is a team effort, mention the team members in the project description so that everyone is credited. Submitting work
What file formats can I upload?
Images (JPG or PNG), a PDF, and an optional video (MP4). National Challenge entries can also include a presentation PDF and supporting files. Submitting work
What is the maximum file size?
The limits are shown on the submission form: images up to 10 MB each, PDFs up to 20 MB and video up to 200 MB. If your video is larger, upload it to a video site and paste the link in the description. Submitting work
Can one student submit multiple entries?
A student can send one entry per category in each challenge. You can enter more than one category if your ideas fit them. Submitting work
Who owns the copyright of my work?
Students keep the copyright of their work. By submitting, you allow IYCP to display it on the website, social channels and at the Design Festival, always with credit to the creator. Submitting work
What are the important dates?
Monthly Challenge: the theme is published on the 1st and submissions stay open until the 29th. National Challenge: announcement on 1 November, entries open 1 December, close 31 December, offline jury presentations on 10 January. Current dates are always on the Challenges pages and the notice board. General
How do I know if I have been shortlisted?
Use the Results page with the email and mobile number you submitted with. You will see one of four stages: Under Review, Shortlisted, Interview Invited or Winner. Monthly Challenge
How do I get my certificate?
Go to the Certificates page and enter the email and mobile number used at registration. For workshops, scan the QR code shown at the session to claim your certificate. General
How can my school book a workshop?
Schools across the country can book online or offline workshop slots through the Book a Workshop form. Our team confirms the slot by email. Workshops
Where is the Design Festival held?
The Young Creators Design Festival and Grand Exhibition is held at the Sri Aurobindo International Art Gallery. Exact date and timings are published on the Festival page once confirmed. Festival