✦ Theme 2026 ✦
"Technology for Transformation - Viksit Bharat@2047 Mission"
National Online Quiz Competition 2026
The National Quiz was successfully conducted on 3rd October 2026. Heartiest congratulations to all 15 position holders across India who demonstrated outstanding knowledge and lightning speed!
Cash Prize Distribution
🎓 Official E-Certificates for all participating students
Offline Final Round
The Online Quiz serves as the qualifying round. The 3 best-performing students from each school qualify for the On-Campus Finale at KIET Campus.
Hall of Fame 🏆
Heartiest congratulations to all the brilliant participants who showcased exceptional intellectual caliber, speed, and knowledge in the Manthan 2026 National Online Quiz! Here are the official winners across India.
Neil Sheoran
Pratyush Singh
Yatharth Tyagi
Aradhya Dubey
Raman Saini
Nivriti Tripathi
Sakshi Verma
Bhoomika Upadhyay
Riya Rai
Arsh Singhal
Kartik Kumar
Nivyansh Sharma
Aditya Mishra
Vansh Bhardwaj
Shreyansh Singh
Prize Disbursement & Certificate Information
Official communication for all 15 position holders of Manthan 2026.
National Inter-School Quiz Competition
About MANTHAN 2026
Organized by the Department of PR and International Relations at KIET Deemed To Be University, Ghaziabad, Manthan is a premier National Inter-School Quiz Competition designed to foster critical thinking, sharp intellect, and healthy competitive spirit among young minds across India.
After two resounding editions, Manthan returns with its much-awaited 2026 edition under the inspiring theme: "Technology for Transformation - Viksit Bharat@2047 Mission". For this edition, the primary focus is on an expansive, high-stakes National Online Quiz on 3rd October 2026 for students of Classes 11th & 12th.
Vision
Manthan is not just a competition — it is an educational movement that empowers students with confidence, broadens horizons, and prepares tomorrow's leaders to excel on national and global intellectual stages.
Quizzing Partner
In collaboration with Quizzinga
Organized in active collaboration with Quizzinga to craft an intellectually exhilarating, fast-paced, and meticulously curated quizzing experience.
Cash Prizes Worth ₹1,00,000
Rewarding excellence and academic brilliance across schools nationwide.
📜 E-Certificates: Provided to all participants of Manthan 2026.
Competition Format & Stages
National Online Round with On-Campus Grand Finale Progression
Stage 1: National Online Quiz (Primary Round)
Quiz Date: 3rd October 2026 | Practice Mock: 1st–2nd Oct 2026
Eligibility
Classes 11th & 12th only
Science, Commerce, or Humanities
Time & Questions
50 MCQs in 30 Minutes
Time-based rapid evaluation
Marking Scheme
+4 for Correct | -1 for Incorrect
Negative marking applicable
Stage 2: On-Campus Grand Finale (Offline Qualifier)
Dates: Mid-October 2026 (Tentative) | KIET Campus, Ghaziabad
• Qualifying Criteria: The Online Round serves as the qualifying gateway. The 3 best-performing students from each participating school will receive an official invitation to compete in the Grand Finale at KIET Campus.
• Hospitality: KIET Deemed To Be University will provide accommodation, hospitality, and meals upon prior intimation.
• Recognition: Finalists compete on-stage before an esteemed audience and receive Certificates of Merit.
Domains of Discovery
Seven diverse domains designed around the acronym MANTHAN
Attempt Manthan 2026 Mock Quiz
Classes 11th & 12th students: test your skills now in the official Mock Quiz on KIET's portal and prepare for the National Online Quiz!
Organised by
KIET Deemed To Be University
Located in Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad, KIET Deemed To Be University stands as a premier hub for academic excellence and holistic growth. With a legacy of innovation and commitment to quality education, KIET continues to nurture future leaders and changemakers.
Accredited with NAAC A+ and NBA for all eligible programs. Consistently featured in reputed national rankings including NIRF 2025 (Pharmacy: Rank 71, Engineering: 151–200 Band, Innovation: 11–50 Band), QS-I-Gauge (Diamond Rating) and ET Edge – Recognized as Best Education Brand 2025.