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Science & Technology 22 September 2026 · Event date: 21 September 2026
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Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Hosts ‘CSIR SciQuiz’ on MY Bharat Portal

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Hosts ‘CSIR SciQuiz’ on MY Bharat Portal
Official visual from the source release · Source: Press Information Bureau

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has launched the CSIR Science Innovation Quiz (CSIR SciQuiz) on the MY Bharat Portal in collaboration with the Department of Youth Affairs. Held from 20-26 September 2026 as part of CSIR's 85th Foundation Day, the quiz tests Indian citizens on CSIR's scientific achievements and innovations. Participants have the chance to win a day visit to a CSIR laboratory.

Why It Matters

This is relevant for competitive exams as it involves a major government organization (CSIR), a digital portal (MY Bharat), and a national science quiz initiative related to science and technology current affairs.

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In Simple Words

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, under the Ministry of Science and Technology, has teamed up with the Department of Youth Affairs to launch the CSIR Science Innovation Quiz on the MY Bharat Portal. This event marks CSIR's 85th Foundation Day celebrations and runs from September 20 to 26, 2026.

Open to all Indian citizens, the quiz features multiple-choice questions about CSIR's achievements in healthcare, agriculture, environment, energy, and more. Winners get a chance to visit a CSIR laboratory, and more quiz sessions are planned for the coming months.

Key Points

  • Organized by: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology
  • In collaboration with: Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
  • Platform: MY Bharat (Mera Yuva Bharat) Portal
  • Event occasion: CSIR's 85th Foundation Day celebrations
  • Quiz dates: 20-26 September 2026
  • Target audience: All Indian citizens
  • Prize: A day visit to a CSIR laboratory of interest
  • Future plans: More quiz sessions planned in the coming months

Exam Angle

Hosting body
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Collaborating department
Department of Youth Affairs
Portal used
MY Bharat Portal
Occasion
CSIR's 85th Foundation Day

A. 20-26 September 2026

Source: Press Information Bureau

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