CBSE Launches National-Level Cybersecurity Awareness Competitions for Safer Internet Day
CBSE has launched national-level cybersecurity competitions to celebrate Safer Internet Day. From quizzes to storytelling, students can participate in engaging activities and win awards while boosting their cyber safety skills.
CBSE Circular – CBSE has issued an important circular announcing National-Level Cybersecurity Awareness Competitions as part of the Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) initiative. This event coincides with Safer Internet Day, aiming to enhance cyber hygiene, cybersecurity, and privacy practices among students and educators.
What is the ISEA Initiative?
The Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) program is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. It aims to develop skilled individuals for safe, trusted, and secure cyberspace.
The Cyber Aware Digital Naagrik Program, a part of this initiative, focuses on educating individuals about cybersecurity through awareness campaigns, competitions, and engagement activities. The goal is to empower students and educators with essential cybersecurity skills while opening career pathways in the field.
Competitions for Safer Internet Day
To make learning engaging and rewarding, the ISEA initiative offers a range of exciting competitions, including:
- Drawing and Painting
- Creating Cartoon Storyboards
- Reels/Shorts Videos
- Slogan Writing
- Cyber Awareness Tales (Character-driven storytelling)
- Short Awareness Videos/Films
- Technical Papers
- My Success Story: Thanks to Digital Naagrik
Participants will receive awards and certificates to recognize their efforts.
How to Participate?
Visit the Official Web Portal: Access the competitions and guidelines at www.staysafeonline.in/competitions.
Submit Your Entries: Students and schools can upload their entries directly on the portal.
Explore Learning Resources: The portal also includes multimedia content covering emerging areas of cybersecurity for various user segments.
Contact Details for Assistance
For any queries, participants can contact:
Mr. M. Jagadish Babu
Project Manager – ISEA, C-DAC Hyderabad
- Mobile: +91-9849287132
- Email: mjagadish@cdac.in / isea@cdac.in
Call to Action for Schools
CBSE has encouraged schools to actively participate in this initiative, enhancing cybersecurity awareness among students and contributing to India’s goal of becoming a cyber-secure nation.
Guidelines for National level competition can be accessed and entries can be submitted on https://www.staysafeonline.in/competitions .Please refer to the attached brochure for details.
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