About the Competition
The Centre for Public Policy and Governance (CPPG), Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur, proudly presents NEETIGYA – National Policy Drafting Competition 2026.
This national-level initiative aims to promote innovative, evidence-based policy solutions to address contemporary governance and development challenges in India.
Theme
Innovative Policy Solutions for a Progressive Indian Society
Sub-Themes (Indicative)
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Digital Governance & Cybersecurity
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Healthcare & Public Health
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Women & Youth Empowerment
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Criminal Justice Reform & Human Rights
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Renewable Energy & Green Economy
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Education Reforms, Migration, Smart Cities, and more
Eligibility
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Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral students
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Open to students from all disciplines with an interest in public policy
Why Participate?
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National-level recognition
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Cash prizes worth ₹30,000
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Publication opportunities for selected policy drafts
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Certificate of participation
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Opportunity to present before an expert panel
Important Dates
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Commencement: 21 February 2026
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Registration Deadline (Extended): 15 January 2026
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Policy Submission Deadline: 30 January 2026
Registration Link
Register here: https://lnkd.in/g5dibB-i
Contact for Queries
Call to Action
If you are passionate about governance, reform, and real-world impact, this is your platform to contribute meaningful policy ideas.
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