National Library Logo Design Competition 2026
Ministry Of culture
📌 About the Event
Organized by the National Library of India (under the Ministry of Culture) in collaboration with MyGov, this competition seeks a modern, iconic logo that reflects the library’s transition from a traditional repository to a digital forward institution. The National Library is a depository for all materials published in India, and the new logo must encapsulate its role as a permanent guardian of India’s historical and contemporary records while symbolizing inclusivity and knowledge dissemination.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Creative Arts & Graphic Design
- Organizer: National Library of India, Ministry of Culture
- Eligibility: Open to all Indian citizens (Individual or Group)
- Effort Level: Moderate (Creative Ideation + Technical Execution)
- Themes: Cultural Preservation, Knowledge & Inclusivity, and Digital Evolution
📅 Important Dates
- Start Date: 6th April 2026
- Registration & Submission Deadline: 30th April 2026 (23:45 PM IST)
- Mode: Online via the MyGov.in portal
- Platform: MyGov.in Tasks
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Cash Prize: ₹10,000 for the winning entry.
- Recognition: A Certificate of Appreciation from the Ministry of Culture / National Library.
- Legacy: The winning design will become the official identity of the National Library across all digital and print media.
🚀 Technical Parameters & Highlights
- Originality: The design must be unique and not generated using AI tools or plagiarized.
- Format: High resolution JPEG or PNG (Minimum 300 DPI).
- Scalability: Must remain legible and impactful from a small website favicon to large physical banners.
- Monochrome Friendly: The logo must work effectively in both full color and black-and-white.
- Concept Note: A brief rationale (max 200 words) explaining the symbolism and color choices must be included.
🎯 Evaluation Criteria
- Relevance: Alignment with the library’s mission and history.
- Simplicity: Ease of replication across various media.
- Visual Impact: Memorability and aesthetic appeal.
- Versatility: Suitability for mobile apps, social media, and official government documents.
📦 Submission Process
- Participants must log in to MyGov.in to upload their work.
- No watermarks, signatures, or personal identifiers should be present on the artwork.
- The winner will be required to submit editable source files (AI, EPS, or SVG) upon selection.