Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Hosts ‘CSIR SciQuiz’ on MY Bharat Portal
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.
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
A. 20-26 September 2026
Source: Press Information Bureau