The INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge) scheme, an initiative by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, aims to foster a culture of innovation among young students by recognizing and promoting original ideas and projects. For the academic year 2024-25, the list of selected students under this prestigious scheme has been officially released.
Accessing the Statewise List of Selected Students
To ensure transparency and provide easy access, the DST has published the statewise list of sanctioned awards and selected students on the official INSPIRE Awards – MANAK website. Follow these steps to view the list:
- Visit the Official INSPIRE Awards – MANAK Portal:
- Navigate to the official website:
- Locate the ‘Awards Sanction by DST’ Section:
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Awards Sanction by DST’ option.
- Select Your State:
- In the ‘Statewise List of Sanctions and Selected Students’ section, choose your state from the dropdown menu to access the list specific to your region.
For instance, students and educators from Andhra Pradesh can directly access their state’s selection list here: citeturn0search8
Understanding the Selection Process
The INSPIRE Awards – MANAK scheme is designed to encourage students from classes 6 to 10 to develop innovative projects addressing societal challenges. Each participating school can nominate up to five best ideas, which are then evaluated at various levels:
- District Level Exhibition and Project Competition (DLEPC): Selected projects are showcased at the district level.
- State Level Exhibition and Project Competition (SLEPC): Top projects from DLEPC advance to the state level.
- National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC): Outstanding projects from SLEPC are showcased at the national level, where the most innovative projects receive further recognition and support.
Benefits for Selected Students
Students selected under the INSPIRE Awards – MANAK scheme receive several benefits:
- Financial Support: Each selected student is awarded ₹10,000 to develop a prototype or model of their idea.
- Mentorship: Guidance from experts to refine and enhance their projects.
- Exposure: Opportunities to present their innovations at district, state, and national levels, fostering a spirit of competitiveness and learning.
Checking Award Money Status
Selected students can verify the status of their award disbursement through the official portal:
- Navigate to the ‘Check your INSPIRE Award money Status’ section.
- Enter the required details to view the status of the award money transfer.
Government of India Ministry of Science & Technology, Department of Science & Technology
List of Selected Students under the INSPIRE Award Scheme for the Year 2024-25
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Conclusion
The release of the 2024-25 INSPIRE Awards – MANAK selected students list marks a significant milestone in promoting scientific temperament among young minds in India. By providing a platform to nurture and showcase their innovative ideas, the DST continues to inspire the next generation of scientists, inventors, and problem-solvers.
For a step-by-step visual guide on how to download the statewise selected student list, you can refer to the following video: