Students and Teachers Can Apply for CBSE AI Impact Festival 2025 – Full Circular Here
CBSE Board has issued a notice related to the India AI Impact Festival 2025, which all students and teachers should know about. This blog post will tell you the complete details about this circular. That is why all teachers and students should read this post till the end and share it with their friends or students.
What is India AI Impact Festival 2025?
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in collaboration with NITI Aayog (Atal Innovation Mission), NIELIT, Ministry of Education, and Intel India is organising the next edition of the India AI Impact Festival 2025.
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This national platform will bring together students, educators, and institutions to showcase AI and AIoT innovations as well as best practices.
The theme for this year is ‘AI Innovation for Social Impact’, which will inspire participants to design AI-driven solutions that empower underserved communities and foster inclusive growth.
Who Can Participate in the Festival?
The circular mentions three major categories for entries.
| Category | Eligible Participants |
|---|---|
| Impact Creators | Students from academic and technical institutions. Sub-categories include: – Students under 18 years – Students above 18 years – AI for Accessibility (for projects supporting differently abled) |
| Impact Shapers | Educators from schools, universities, colleges, and ATL in-charges. All teachers irrespective of their subject can apply. |
| Impact Nurturers | Heads of academic and technical institutions, including principals and university heads, to showcase their institution’s AI journey. |
What are the Benefits of Participation?
Participants will get several unique opportunities through this festival:
- Showcase AI/AIoT skills and innovative solutions on a national platform.
- Address real-world social issues and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Win national-level awards and recognitions.
- Receive mentorship from AI experts and industry professionals.
- Top 100 school projects (under 18) will get mentoring from Indian School of Business (ISB).
- Align with NEP 2020 and contribute to India’s National AI Mission.
How Will Entries Be Evaluated?
The evaluation process will take place in three stages:
- Stage 1 – A third-party agency will evaluate entries and shortlist the top 15 projects in each category.
- Stage 2 – Shortlisted entries will be mentored by AI experts from academia and industry. Students can resubmit improved versions.
- Stage 3 – A panel of experts will identify top 3 winners in each category and announce special mentions.
What are the Awards and Special Mentions?
| Awards | Details |
|---|---|
| Impact Creators (Students) | Top 3 projects in Under 18, Above 18, and AI for Accessibility categories |
| Impact Shapers (Educators) | Top 3 educators from schools, colleges, and universities |
| Impact Nurturers (Institutions) | Top 3 Heads of schools, colleges, and universities |
Special Mentions:
- Nari Shakti – Innovations by girl students
- AIoT Solutions – AI + ATL enabled projects
- Aspirational District Entries – Unique solutions from aspirational regions
- AI for Industry – Sector-specific innovations
How to Apply for the Festival?
The application process is simple and online:
- Sign up on the AI Student Community or AI Facilitator Community platform.
- Click on the India AI Impact Festival 2025 button.
- Fill the registration form.
- Log in, select the category, and submit the entry.
- Receive a confirmation email after successful submission.
What is the Deadline?
Submissions for the India AI Impact Festival 2025 are open till 31st August 2025.
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All CBSE-affiliated schools are requested to share this circular widely with teachers and students and encourage maximum participation. For queries, schools can write to aiimpactfestival@gmail.com.
Most Important FAQs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Q1. What is the theme of India AI Impact Festival 2025? | The theme is AI Innovation for Social Impact. |
| Q2. Who can participate in the festival? | Students, educators, and heads of academic institutions. |
| Q3. What are the categories of participation? | Impact Creators, Impact Shapers, and Impact Nurturers. |
| Q4. What is the last date of submission? | The deadline is 31 August 2025. |
| Q5. What are the benefits of participation? | National recognition, awards, mentorship, and contribution to SDGs. |
| Q6. How will the evaluation take place? | Three stages: shortlisting, mentoring, and final selection. |
| Q7. Who are the organisers of this festival? | CBSE, NITI Aayog, NIELIT, Ministry of Education, and Intel India. |
Check Official CBSE Circular about India AI Impact Festival 2025
This is a very important opportunity for students, teachers, and institutions. It not only builds AI readiness but also provides a chance to contribute towards social impact and national development.
