The Economic Times

Delhi Rs 2 crore contest: Govt is offering huge prize to India's youth for solving real problems. Check eligilibty, how to apply and other details

Delhi has launched the SEVA FIRST - Rashtriya Youth Innovation Challenge 2026, a 100-day initiative with a 2 crore prize pool to encourage young innovators to develop solutions to real-world problems. Students, researchers, startups, MSMEs and eligible institutions can participate. Here is a look at eligibility, focus areas, application process, important dates and government support.