ATL Marathon 2023-2024: The ATL Marathon organized by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is a prestigious national innovation challenge in India where schools participate to address community problems through innovative solutions. Here are the key points about the ATL Marathon 2023-24 and the journey of a student in this competition:
ATL Marathon 2023-24 Details:
| Launch: November 1, 2023 |
| Innovation & Prototyping Phase: November 1, 2023 – January 26, 2024 |
| Announcement of Top Teams: May 2024 |
| SIP (Student Innovator Program) Starts: September 2024 onwards |
| Last Day to Submit Projects: January 26, 2024 |
| SIP Program Starts for Top Teams: June 2024 onwards |
Problem Statements: Students can choose from various problem statements under different themes, such as
| Agriculture – For project ideas, Click Here. |
| Inclusivity – For project ideas, Click here. |
| Disaster Management – For project ideas, Click here. |
| Mobility – For project ideas, Click here. |
| Health – For project ideas, Click here. |
| Education & Skill Development – For project ideas, Click here. |
| Space – For project ideas, Click here. |
| and Others. Click Here |
Each problem statement challenges students to develop innovative solutions in the form of working prototypes.
Participation Guidelines:
- Eligibility: All students from ATL and Non-ATL schools can participate.
- Team Composition: Each team must comprise a maximum of 3 students (from class 6th to 12th). Additionally, one ATL in-charge or school teacher must accompany each team.
- Submission Requirements: Teams need to submit a research document and a 3-minute video showcasing their working prototype/solution.
- Multiple Entries: Teams can submit entries for more than one problem statement. but they need to fill separate application forms for each problem statement.
- Team Size Limit: If the team size exceeds the 3-member limit, the entry will be disqualified.
- Themes: Innovations must align with the themes specified for the ATL Marathon 2023-24.
Prizes and Certificates:
- Top teams receive recognition in the form of certificates and prizes.
- Special certificates are awarded to top teams from rural areas, government schools, aspirational districts, and teams including children with special needs.
- Top 10 teams including Children with special needs School with 25+ teams participating
ATL Marathon 2023-2024:
