NCERT’s Prayaas Scheme 2025 offers ₹50,000 grants and expert mentorship to Classes IX–XI students, encouraging science research and innovation across India’s schools.
NCERT Starts the “Prayaas” Program to Encourage Science Innovation in Schools
15 August 2025, New Delhi:The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has made a big change by starting the “Prayaas” program for the 2025–26 school year. The Prayaas plan encourages students in Classes IX to XI all throughout India to explore, develop, and innovate in order to spark their interest in scientific research and new ideas. The program gives some students ₹50,000 in funding and a year of mentoring to help them make their science projects a reality.
Encouraging Young Innovators
The goal of the Prayaas program is to get young people interested in science. The program is open to all students, regardless of where they go to school, and lets them submit research ideas on their own or with a partner. Each chosen project gets ₹50,000 to assist in paying for its expenditures and advice from professionals in the field of science.
Fifteen-year-old Rupali from a rural school is a wonderful example. She made a prototype of a smart irrigation system. Rupali was able to turn her idea into a reality with the help of the Prayaas scheme’s mentorship program. This project shows how young people may come up with new ways to solve real-world problems.
Why “Prayaas” is Important
The Prayaas program is more than just giving out grants; it’s also about preparing India’s future scientists. This is why the plan is a big step forward:
1. Promoting Hands-On Learning and Innovation
At its heart, Prayaas wants pupils to go beyond reading and writing in school and do real science. Students use STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) ideas to solve real-world problems, which helps them develop their critical thinking, creativity, and practical problem-solving skills.
2. Equal Access to Opportunities
One of the best things about the Prayaas scheme is that it includes everyone. Students from urban schools and underfunded rural schools will have equal opportunities. The program provides students from all backgrounds the money they need to do their study by giving them ₹50,000 grants.
3. Expert Mentorship for Scientific Growth
The Prayaas program connects students with mentors from colleges and universities, which helps them connect what they learn in school with real-world research. This expert support helps students improve their ideas, learn how to do science, and get real-world experience in the field of innovation.
Participation and Impact: Making Future Scientists
We aim to make the participation procedure transparent and user-friendly. Schools all around India are responsible for recommending students who are eligible and assisting them in writing research ideas. Once selected, students will dedicate a year to conducting research under the guidance of professionals. They will run experiments, write down what they discover, and submit their projects at the end of the year.
This project is likely to have a big effect on the culture of innovation in Indian schools. The Prayaas program helps kids learn by encouraging them to work together and do things hands-on. This initiative helps them think critically, creatively, and independently, which will help them get jobs in science and technology.
Looking Ahead: Transforming India’s Education Landscape
The Prayaas plan is one facet of India’s larger changes to its education system that are part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. As India pushes toward more experiential learning, AI, and multidisciplinary education, Prayaas is a positive example of what future programs that want to help young people develop their skills should look like.
The program might inspire a new generation of academics and entrepreneurs by giving them money, mentoring, and a place to work on their ideas. If it works, Prayaas might lead to other projects like it, making India an even bigger leader in global innovation.
In conclusion: The Future of Innovation Starts Here
The launch of the Prayaas initiative coincides with an important event in India’s education system. The program not only helps students develop their scientific skills, but it also encourages a culture of creativity across the country. As the program goes on over the coming years, it could become a key part of India’s future in science and technology.
The Prayaas scheme shows us what the future of education in India might look like. It focuses on hands-on learning, equitable chances, and expert guidance. In the future, students will not only learn but also help solve problems that will come up.
As the scheme unfolds, News Heaven will continue to bring stories of inspiring student researchers and highlight how education reforms are transforming India’s future.
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