IGNOU Opens Applications for Best Innovation Awards 2024

The "Best Innovation Award 2024" has been announced by the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). Applications are now being accepted. Students who are currently enrolled in IGNOU are encouraged to submit their nominations by 15tn October 2024.

The National Centre for Innovation in Distance Education (NCIDE) established the annual award 2018 to honour the most innovative student initiatives. Application forms and comprehensive guidelines are available on the IGNOU website (ignou.ac.in) or at sites.google.com/ignou.ac.in/navrieti/sia-2024.

The first, second, and third-place winners will receive trophies, certificates, and financial awards of Rs 10,000, Rs 7,000, and Rs 5,000, respectively. According to a press release, selected students will receive mentorship and training opportunities in addition to the rewards to further develop their innovations.

What are the Theme Areas?

• Health Care and Biomedical Devices

• Agriculture and Rural Development

• Food Processing and Packaging

• Smart Transport and Traffic Management

• Renewable and Affordable Energy and Alternate Fuel

• Clean and Potable Water and Water Management

• Waste Management and Disposal

• Technology-Based Social Innovations

• E-commerce and Business Management

• Robotics and Drones, including AI and ML

• Tour and Travel Management

• Social and Environmental Issues

• Smart City and Urban Development

• Innovation in the Education Sector

• Innovation to Assist the Persons with Disability

• Any Other Emerging Area of Innovation and Startup Opportunity