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INSPIRE Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge)

The scheme aims to motivate students in the age group of 10-15 years and studying in classes 6 to 10 to target one million original ideas/innovations rooted in science and societal applications to foster a culture of creativity and innovative thinking among school children.

Ministry / Department
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Level
Central
Benefit type
cash
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What is INSPIRE Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge)?

The scheme aims to motivate students in the age group of 10-15 years and studying in classes 6 to 10 to target one million original ideas/innovations rooted in science and societal applications to foster a culture of creativity and innovative thinking among school children.

Benefit
1. Disbursement of INSPIRE Award of ₹ 10,000/- into bank accounts of students through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme . 1. Mentoring and funding support for prototype development to 1000 students shortlisted after SLEPC for participation in NLEPC. 1. 1,00,00 awards are given every year. 1. 1,000 Prototype Models/Projects will participate at the Annual National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC) to be organised by DST. 1. Jury would shortlist top 60 Models/Projects for National Awards and future ideation. 1. Top 60 Models/Projects will be selected for National Awards and top three (3) will be given National Awards (Gold / Silver / Bronze medals). 1. The top 60 National winners will also participate in Festival of Innovation & Entrepreneurship. 1. The projects having potential of Product/Process development will be further supported for commercialisation. 1. The projects having possibility of filing the patents will be supported by the NIF/TIFAC. 1. Every year selected students will also be sent to Japan under Sakura Exchange Program by DST.
Level
Central
Ministry / Dept.
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Benefit type
cash
Key eligibility
> **Eligibility Criteria for Student** 1. The applicant should be in the age group of 10-15 years. 1. The applicant should be in Class 6th to Class 10th. > **Eligibility Criteria for School** 1. All schools in the country are eligible irrespective of Central/State Board affiliation. 1. Upto 2-3 nomi
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Benefits

1. Disbursement of INSPIRE Award of ₹ 10,000/- into bank accounts of students through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme . 1. Mentoring and funding support for prototype development to 1000 students shortlisted after SLEPC for participation in NLEPC. 1. 1,00,00 awards are given every year. 1. 1,000 Prototype Models/Projects will participate at the Annual National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC) to be organised by DST. 1. Jury would shortlist top 60 Models/Projects for National Awards and future ideation. 1. Top 60 Models/Projects will be selected for National Awards and top three (3) will be given National Awards (Gold / Silver / Bronze medals). 1. The top 60 National winners will also participate in Festival of Innovation & Entrepreneurship. 1. The projects having potential of Product/Process development will be further supported for commercialisation. 1. The projects having possibility of filing the patents will be supported by the NIF/TIFAC. 1. Every year selected students will also be sent to Japan under Sakura Exchange Program by DST.

Eligibility

> **Eligibility Criteria for Student** 1. The applicant should be in the age group of 10-15 years. 1. The applicant should be in Class 6th to Class 10th. > **Eligibility Criteria for School** 1. All schools in the country are eligible irrespective of Central/State Board affiliation. 1. Upto 2-3 nomiArea: IndiaBenefit: cash

Documents Required

    How to Apply

    1. Step 1: Online application — step 1

      Before filling out the registration, the school must have a valid email ID. It is advisable to use the school email ID which can be used, even if the authority changes.

    2. Step 2: Online application — step 3

      Step 1: Registration

    3. Step 3: Online application — step 4

      Visit the Official Website/Portal of INSPIRE-MANAK. Create an Account: Click on the "Authorised Login" icon at the top of the page. Then click "School Authority". On the next page, click "For New Registration - Click Here", you will be taken to the registration page . On the next screen, enter the 11-digit School U-DISE Code / School Code. On the next screen, fill in the following mandatory fields: State / UT *, Categorising Schools *, School Board *, Revenue District *, Revenue Sub-district (Tehsil / Taluka / Block etc.) *, Education District *, Name of the School *, Complete Postal Address *, PIN Code *, Official Phone of School (if any), FAX Number (if any), E-mail Address of School Authorized officer *, Web Address (if any), Mobile Number of School Authorized officer *, School Code, if any (as allotted by district/state education authorities).

    4. Step 4: Online application — step 6

      Step 2: Approval and User Credentials.

    5. Step 5: Online application — step 7

      After Registration, you will get the Application Number and when the District Authority approves, you will get the User ID and Password.

    6. Step 6: Online application — step 9

      Step 3: Application

    7. Step 7: Online application — step 10

      Use the User ID and Password to log in. Use the "Student Nomination" option to start nominating the students. In the online form, fill in the following mandatory fields and upload the required documents. Make any necessary corrections. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy. Click the "Forward Application" button to send the application, then click "Generate Acknowledgement". You'll receive an Acknowledgement, save it for future reference.

    8. Step 8: Online application — step 12

      Help and Support

    9. Step 9: Online application — step 13

      If you encounter any issues or have questions, there is a support system in place, including contact information for technical support or a helpline: 02764-261139, 096384 18605, [email protected], 09:30 AM To 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

    10. Step 10: Online application — step 15

      Timelines

    11. Step 11: Online application — step 16

      Letter to all State Education Secretaries/SNOs for sending fresh nominations/proposals: By 27th March. Receipt of nominations along with Idea / Concept details: By 31st July Shortlisting of nominations by NIF/DST: By 15th August Sanction of ₹10,000/- INSPIRE Award amount to students and funds to DLEPC and SLEPC for holding exhibitions: By 15th September Mentorship workshop and sanction of funds for prototype development and preparation of prototype models to State Level Awardee: By 1st November Holding of NLEPC: 1st week of December Participation at the Annual Festival of Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Month of March

    Sources & References

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