My Bharat Budget Quest 2026
Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
📌 About the Event
This national-level initiative seeks to foster an informed youth population by testing awareness and understanding of the key provisions of the Union Budget 2026. It is a multi-stage initiative where the online quiz serves as a critical elimination round for leadership dialogues
- Eligibility: Open to all registered Indian users; however, only youth in the 15–29 age bracket (as of February 1, 2026) are eligible for advancement to the National-level dialogue rounds.
- Team Size: Individual participation only
- Effort Level: High; requires a thorough reading of the Union Budget 2026 speech and policy documents
- Submission Type: The initiative includes multiple stages beyond the quiz:
- National quiz round: The first stage.
- Essay round: Top performers from the quiz are shortlisted to submit essays.
- Virtual interaction: State/UT winners are given the opportunity for interaction with the Hon’ble Prime Minister on the Union Budget 2026.
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Start Date – 3rd February 2026
- Deadline – 17th February 2026
🏆 Prize Details and Value
| Prize Tier | Rewards / Benefits |
|---|---|
| All Participants | E-certificate of participation |
| Top Performers | Shortlisted for further stages of the initiative |
| Shortlisted Candidates | Opportunity to engage in national-level policy discussions |
| Select Top Participants | Virtual interaction with the Hon’ble Prime Minister and senior leadership on Union Budget 2026 |