India's Largest K-12 Innovation Challenge for Young Minds
Junior Make-a-thon (JMT) is a national-level competition that brings together young innovators to solve real-world problems through technology and creativity. Organized by IIT Madras, this prestigious event provides a platform for students to showcase their technical skills, innovative ideas, and problem-solving abilities.
Students from grades 6-12 across India, divided into Junior (6-8) and Senior (9-12) categories
Innovative solutions aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on sustainable development and real-world impact
Teams of 3 students from the same school, with opportunities for collaboration and mentorship
Join India's most prestigious innovation challenge for school students and be part of a transformative learning experience.
Employment is a cornerstone of the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, driving economic growth and social empowerment. To truly realize this vision, young innovators must rise to the challenge—designing bold, inclusive, and scalable means of education and entrepreneurship skilling solutions that create livelihoods, empower communities, and shape a future-ready India.
Student teams will develop solutions aligned with India's development goals, focusing on creating meaningful impact in areas like education, healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable development.
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The Junior Make-a-thon is a 5-day immersive event where young innovators from across India come together to develop cutting-edge solutions to real-world challenges. This unique competition combines hands-on learning with expert mentorship, providing participants with an unparalleled opportunity to grow their technical and problem-solving skills.
Organized by IIT Madras, JMT 2026 brings together the brightest young minds to collaborate, innovate, and create solutions that can make a real difference in our society.
Students passionate about technology and innovation
Those who enjoy tackling real-world challenges
Students looking to develop leadership and teamwork skills
Register now for the Junior Make-a-thon 2026 and be part of India's premier innovation challenge for young minds.
Registration Deadline: December 30, 2024