CSIR Science & Innovation Quiz launches on MY Bharat for 85th Foundation Day
Synopsis
To mark its 85th Foundation Day, CSIR has taken its science outreach digital — launching a nationwide multiple-choice quiz on the MY Bharat portal, covering everything from aerospace to biotechnology, with a CSIR lab visit on offer for winners. The series will run beyond September, signalling a sustained push to bring India's research ecosystem into the public conversation.
Key Takeaways
CSIR and the Department of Youth Affairs launched the Science & Innovation Quiz on the MY Bharat portal on 20 September 2026 .
The quiz runs through 26 September 2026 as part of CSIR's 85th Foundation Day celebrations.
It is open to all Indian citizens and covers healthcare, agriculture, energy, aerospace, biotechnology, and more.
Winners can earn a day visit to a CSIR laboratory of their choice.
The CSIR SciQuiz series will continue on the MY Bharat Portal in coming months with new editions.
In July 2026 , CSIR licensed four indigenous technologies to industry and launched an IoT-enabled rural water monitoring system .
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), in collaboration with the Department of Youth Affairs, has launched the CSIR Science & Innovation Quiz on the MY Bharat portal to mark CSIR's 85th Foundation Day celebrations, running from 20 to 26 September 2026. The initiative, announced via an official statement on Monday, is open to all Indian citizens and aims to build scientific awareness among the youth.
What the Quiz Covers
The quiz features multiple-choice questions drawn from CSIR's decades of scientific work across a wide spectrum of domains. According to the official statement, 'The questions span diverse areas of CSIR's work, including healthcare, agriculture, environment, infrastructure, energy, aerospace, biotechnology and strategic technologies, highlighting the ways in which CSIR research is being translated into solutions for society and industry.'
Participants are invited to explore CSIR's contributions to institution-building, indigenous innovation, and national development through an interactive learning format.
Prizes and Incentives
Beyond the learning opportunity, participants stand a chance to win a day visit to a CSIR laboratory of their choice — offering direct, first-hand exposure to India's scientific research and innovation ecosystem. The prize is designed to bridge the gap between public curiosity and professional scientific environments, particularly for young learners.
Broader Goals of the Initiative
The quiz is positioned as more than a competition. It forms part of CSIR's wider effort to take science closer to society and encourage civic engagement with research. The initiative seeks to promote scientific curiosity and public understanding of how government-funded research translates into real-world applications.
Notably, the CSIR SciQuiz series is not limited to the September session. More quiz rounds are planned on the MY Bharat Portal in the coming months, with each edition expected to spotlight different facets of CSIR's research, innovations, and institutional achievements.
CSIR's Recent Technology Push
This quiz launch follows a Technology Transfer Event that CSIR organised in July, during which four indigenous technologies were licensed to industry. At the same event, an IoT-enabled rural water service, measurement and monitoring system was commercially launched — a marker of CSIR's push to move laboratory breakthroughs into practical deployment.
With its 85th Foundation Day celebrations underway, CSIR appears to be deepening its public outreach strategy, using digital platforms to connect citizens — especially young people — with India's premier network of research laboratories.
Point of View
High-reach move — but it raises a legitimate question about depth versus visibility. CSIR's challenge has never been brand recognition among scientists; it is the persistent gap between laboratory output and public understanding of how that output shapes daily life. A quiz that rewards curiosity with an actual lab visit is a smarter incentive than a certificate, but the real measure of this initiative will be whether it converts casual participants into sustained STEM interest. The July technology-transfer event and this quiz together suggest CSIR is consciously building a public-engagement layer around its R&D function — a shift worth watching as India competes globally on innovation metrics.
NationPress
21 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CSIR Science & Innovation Quiz and how can I participate?
The CSIR Science & Innovation Quiz is a multiple-choice online quiz launched on the MY Bharat portal by CSIR and the Department of Youth Affairs. It is open to all Indian citizens and can be accessed through the MY Bharat portal during the 20–26 September 2026 window.
What topics does the CSIR quiz cover?
The quiz covers CSIR's work across healthcare, agriculture, environment, infrastructure, energy, aerospace, biotechnology, and strategic technologies. Questions focus on CSIR's scientific achievements, innovations, institutions, and contributions to society and industry.
What can participants win in the CSIR quiz?
Participants have the opportunity to win a day visit to a CSIR laboratory of their choice, offering direct exposure to India's scientific research and innovation ecosystem.
Will there be more CSIR quiz sessions after September 2026?
Yes. The CSIR SciQuiz series is planned to continue on the MY Bharat Portal beyond the September session, with additional quiz rounds highlighting different aspects of CSIR's research and achievements.
What else has CSIR done recently to promote science and technology?
In July 2026, CSIR organised a Technology Transfer Event where four indigenous technologies were licensed to industry and an IoT-enabled rural water service, measurement and monitoring system was commercially launched.
