Overview
- The Ministry of Education confirmed the ninth edition will take place in January 2026, with the specific date to be announced.
- Online sign-ups are live on innovateindia1.mygov.in for participants from Classes 6 to 12, recognised-school teachers, and parents or guardians.
- As of early December, 680,043 entries had been recorded, including 616,748 students, 50,110 teachers, and 13,185 parents.
- Applicants complete a category-specific quiz or activity during registration, and students may submit questions for the Prime Minister.
- The programme, part of the Exam Warriors initiative, offers digital certificates and is typically broadcast across PM and PMO channels.