Young Scientist Programme:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to conduct its special ‘Young Scientist Programme’ or ‘YUVIKA’ for school children.
- Young Scientist Programme (YUVIKA) is a learning and awareness-creating programme of the ISRO to impart basic knowledge on Space Technology, Space Science, and Space Applications to younger students with a preference for rural areas.
- The programme is aimed at creating awareness about the emerging trends in science and technology amongst the youngsters, who are the future building blocks of our nation. ISRO has chalked out this programme to “Catch Them Young”.
- The programme is also expected to encourage more students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) based research /careers.
- Those who have finished class 8 and are currently studying in class 9 can apply for the programme.
- Three students from each state/Union Territory will participate in this programme every year, covering CBSE, ICSE, and state-board syllabus.
- The selection is based on 8th Standard academic performance and extracurricular activities.
- Students belonging to the rural area have been given special weightage in the selection criteria.
- In case there is a tie between the selected candidates, the younger candidates will be given priority.
