Subject 01
Logic & Thinking Lab
For the ones who ask “why?” — and find a smarter way.
- Patterns & sequences
- Observation & logical reasoning
- Problem solving & decision making
- Critical & analytical thinking
National competitionFestive edition
National
Innovation Cup.
A big stage for your next big idea. Think, create, build and compete with young innovators across India.
Classes 3–10 4 subjects Think. Create. Build. Compete.
4 subjectsChoose your strengths
3 categoriesClasses 3–5 · 6–8 · 9–10
Festive editionNational Innovation Cup
One big stageFor curious young minds
More than an examination
Turn “what if” into
“look what I made.”
The Junior Labs National Innovation Cup helps students apply what they learn through challenges, ideas, projects and performances. Pick one subject or explore all four.
Subjects & syllabus
Find your challenge. Explore the syllabus.
Challenges are adapted to each class category.
Subject 02
AI & Smart Technology
Explore the technology shaping tomorrow.
- AI around us & smart technology
- Creative prompting
- Responsible AI
- AI ideas & innovation
Subject 03
App & Game Development
Turn an idea into something people can experience.
- Coding logic & game concepts
- App ideas & UI/UX
- Interactive prototypes
- Projects & demonstrations
Subject 04
Communication & Creativity
Give your ideas a voice. Make people listen.
- Speaking & storytelling
- Creative thinking
- Presentations & idea pitching
- Leadership communication
Junior · Classes 3–5Intermediate · Classes 6–8Senior · Classes 9–10
Your journey to the cup
Mark your calendar.
Proposed 2026 schedule. Competition rounds begin after the main Diwali break; school vacation dates may vary. All times IST.
Logic & Thinking Lab
Proposed competition date5 December 2026
CategoryClasses 3–10
AI & Smart Technology
Proposed competition date6 December 2026
CategoryClasses 3–10
App & Game Development
Proposed competition date12 December 2026
CategoryClasses 3–10
Communication & Creativity
Proposed competition date13 December 2026
CategoryClasses 3–10
Registration closes 22 November; preparation and practice run 23–29 November 2026.
Results: 27 December 2026. Subject timings and participation mode will be confirmed; all dates are proposed.
Awards & rewards
Big ideas deserve their moment.
Proposed awards from the competition brief. Final prize terms and award distribution will be confirmed before paid registrations open.
National Runner-up
₹15,000
- Silver medal
- Certificate
- Junior Labs Winner Kit
National Champion
₹25,000
- Innovation Cup Trophy
- Gold medal
- Champion certificate
- Winner Kit
- Winner spotlight
Second Runner-up
₹10,000
- Bronze medal
- Certificate
- Junior Labs Winner Kit
Top 10Finalist certificate
Top 100Merit certificate
All eligible participantsParticipation certificate
A little practice. A bigger possibility.
Try a challenge.
Explore a short sample question in any subject. These examples show the style of thinking involved, rather than the final test difficulty.
What comes next? 2, 4, 8, 16, …
Results
Your moment is coming.
National winners are scheduled to be announced on 27 December 2026 (proposed).
Results have not been published yet. Once released, this section will show subject and class-category rankings.
View the competition timeline Media coverage
Ideas worth talking about.
Follow the stories behind the projects, performances and young innovators.
Official press coverage and event highlights will appear here when published.
A few things you may be wondering
Questions? Start here.
Students in Classes 3–10, across Junior (3–5), Intermediate (6–8) and Senior (9–10) categories. Challenges are adapted to the category.
Yes. Choose any one, two, three or all four subjects. Available subjects and current registration fees are shown during signup.
The competition includes different interests and age-appropriate challenges. Prior coding knowledge is not required for every subject. Detailed prerequisites will be included in the subject guidelines.
Each subject has one proposed competition day: 5, 6, 12 or 13 December 2026, after the main Diwali break. Exact timings and whether each round is online or in person will be confirmed in the final guidelines.
Students may compete and be considered for recognition in each subject they enter. Final award rules, eligibility and distribution will be published before paid registrations open.
The proposed recognition includes participation certificates for eligible participants, merit certificates for top performers and finalist certificates. Final eligibility rules will accompany the competition guidelines.
Select “Enroll for Innovation Cup” to open the existing JuniorLabs signup page. Choose your Innovation Cup subjects during signup and review the current fees and order summary before continuing through the existing signup and payment flow.
Your next big step
Choose your subjects.
Make your mark.
Explore the Innovation Cup and choose your subjects during signup.