TCS iON IntelliGem (Classes 6–8) — 2025–26
Grades eligible: 5–9 (focus here: Classes 6–8) | Format: National‑level 21st‑century skills contest
📅 Registration Deadline (2025–26)
Schools must register & nominate students by 30 September 2025 (12:00 PM). Nominated students must confirm participation by 30 September 2025 (11:59 PM). (As per official FAQ on the IntelliGem portal.)
🎯 Topics / Categories
- Creativity & Innovation
- Communication Skills
- Financial Literacy
- Global Citizenship
- Universal Values
🏁 Contest Structure (3 Stages)
- Qualifying Round – online assessments conducted via the TCS iON platform.
- Pre‑Finals – short‑listed students attend interviews/interactions (slot booking is announced on the portal).
- Grand Finale – national‑level on‑stage finals for category toppers.
👥 Who Can Apply (Class 6–8)
- Students enrolled in recognised schools in India (Grades 5–9). Page tailored to Classes 6–8.
- Registration is usually through schools; nominated students then confirm on the portal.
- Assessments are conducted in English; device/browser requirements as notified on the portal.
📝 What to Expect
- Age‑appropriate questions mapped to the chosen topic and grade band (junior/senior divisions vary by year).
- Progressive evaluation across stages: online assessments → pre‑finals interview → Grand Finale.
- Engagement content (articles, quizzes, puzzles) offered on the portal community after enrolment.
🏅 Awards & Recognition
- Cash prizes, trophies/medals, certificates for winners at various levels (as per yearly policy).
- School Excellence recognitions and educator awards are typically announced.
🔗 Official Links
- Schools: tcsion.com/lifelonglearning/se/intelligem/
- Students: tcsion.com/lifelonglearning/se/intelligemstudent/
- Pre‑finals slot booking (example page): tcsion.com/…/intelligem/slots/
📝 Disclaimer
Information is compiled from the official IntelliGem website for the 2025–26 cycle. Always refer to the live portal for current dates, formats and any updates.