598 Kendriya Vidyalaya Students Win INSPIRE MANAK Awards 2024-25 – ₹10,000 Each to Fuel Young Scientific Minds
Abhishek Patel
12/03/2025
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New Delhi, March 2025 – A proud moment for India’s school education ecosystem as 598 students from Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across the country have been selected for the prestigious INSPIRE MANAK Awards 2024-25. The selected students will each receive a grant of ₹10,000 to develop their proposed science-based innovations into working models or prototypes.
This initiative, under the flagship of the Department of Science & Technology (DST) and National Innovation Foundation (NIF), is part of a nationwide mission to identify and nurture scientific temper among school-going children.
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What is the INSPIRE MANAK Award?
The INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge) scheme promotes original and innovative ideas rooted in science and societal relevance from students in the age group of 10–15 years.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | INSPIRE MANAK Awards |
| Organized By | DST and NIF |
| Eligibility | Class 6 to 10 students |
| Reward | ₹10,000 for prototype/model development |
| Focus | Grassroots innovation and scientific creativity |
🇮🇳 KVs Lead the Innovation Wave
Out of the thousands of applicants nationwide, 598 students from Kendriya Vidyalayas have made it to the select list for 2024-25. This is a significant achievement for the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), showcasing the system’s dedication to encouraging innovation among government school students.
The students’ ideas range from eco-friendly solutions and healthcare innovations to agricultural tools and energy-saving devices — proving that young minds are capable of thinking beyond textbooks.
What Happens Next?
Each selected student will now:
- Receive ₹10,000 directly into their bank accounts.
- Use the funds to develop the proposed scientific model or prototype.
- Compete at the district, state, and national levels, depending on the quality and feasibility of their innovation.
Students whose innovations show high societal impact and originality may also be mentored further by top Indian scientists and supported for patent filing or commercialization.
Why This Matters
In a world where STEM skills are in high demand, India’s push toward grassroots innovation through such schemes bridges the gap between curiosity and real-world application. These awards not only recognize raw talent but also ignite a scientific spirit in government school students who often lack access to premium labs or mentors.
FAQs – INSPIRE MANAK Awards 2024-25
Q1. Who can apply for INSPIRE MANAK?
Students from Class 6 to 10 from any recognized school, with an original science-based idea.
Q2. What kind of projects qualify?
Projects that solve real-world problems using scientific methods — in fields like energy, health, agriculture, environment, etc.
Q3. Is this award only for government schools?
No. It’s open to all schools, but this year, KVs performed exceptionally well.
Q4. How is the prize money utilized?
The ₹10,000 is meant strictly for creating a working model or prototype of the proposed innovation.
Q5. What’s next after getting selected?
Students build their models and may be invited to present them at innovation fairs and further competitions.
Official Notification
You can check the official INSPIRE award list and guidelines on the NIF official portal or via school notice boards.
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