CBSE Announces Stamp Design Contest Celebrating UN@80: Winning Entry to Feature on National Postage Stamp
CBSE invites Class 9–12 students to design a stamp on India’s global role for UN@80. Winning design will be released nationally on 24 October 2025.
In a unique initiative celebrating the upcoming 80th anniversary of the United Nations, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a national-level Stamp Design Competition for students of Classes IX to XII.
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The competition, launched in collaboration with the Department of Posts and the Ministry of External Affairs, invites young minds to visually express India’s global leadership on a multilateral stage.
According to the CBSE circular (No. Acad-40/2025) dated July 8, the competition will run from 8 July to 15 August 2025 and will be hosted via the MyGov portal. The winning design will be issued as an official Indian postage stamp, to be unveiled during a national event on 24 October 2025, coinciding with United Nations Day.
Celebrating India’s Role in Global Governance
The official theme of the contest is: “UN@80 and India’s leadership in building our future through multilateralism, global leadership, and stewardship.”
The initiative aims to engage students in reflecting on India’s evolving role in shaping global dialogue and policy through institutions like the UN.
“This is not just a design competition, but a platform to celebrate India’s contributions to global peace, diplomacy, and sustainable development,” said Dr. Praggya M. Singh, CBSE Director (Academics), in the circular.
Who Can Participate?
Students currently enrolled in Classes IX to XII in CBSE-affiliated schools are eligible. Their entries must follow specific artistic guidelines:
- Drawn on A4-size (200 GSM) white art paper
- Mediums allowed: crayons, pencil colours, watercolours, or acrylic paints
Each school will be responsible for organising the competition at their level, screening submissions, and uploading the top five entries to the MyGov platform before the deadline.
School Guidelines and Responsibilities
CBSE has outlined key action points for participating schools:
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| Action Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition Window | 8 July – 15 August 2025 |
| Eligible Classes | IX to XII |
| Artwork Specifications | A4-size (200 GSM), any colour medium |
| School Submission Limit | Top 5 designs only |
| Upload Platform | MyGov Portal |
| Final Evaluation | By committee chaired by Chief Postmaster General (CPMG) |
| National Announcement | 24 October 2025 (UN Day), official stamp release event |
In addition, schools must nominate a Nodal Officer for coordination and ensure that entries are theme-aligned and technically sound.
CBSE has encouraged all affiliated schools to maximise participation and treat this as an opportunity to instil awareness of India’s leadership in the international community among students.
The winning entry will not only earn national recognition but will also leave a mark in history as a symbolic tribute to India’s commitment to global cooperation.
Q1. Who can participate in the CBSE stamp design competition?
Students from Classes 9 to 12 of CBSE-affiliated schools can participate.
Q2. What is the last date to submit entries?
The competition runs from 8 July to 15 August 2025.
Q3. What is the theme of the stamp design competition?
UN@80 and India’s global leadership through multilateralism and stewardship.
Q4. Where should the schools submit the selected entries?
Entries must be uploaded on the MyGov portal by the school.
Q5. What will happen to the winning design?
It will be issued as an official postage stamp by India Post on 24 October 2025.
For more information and submissions, schools and students are directed to visit the official MyGov portal.
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