Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC) 2.0 online registration site link, prize money, dates and requirements

The “Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0” (CSGC 2.0) was revealed by the government on Wednesday with its registration now open

The total prize money pool for this edition is Rs 6.85 crore, more than double the Rs 3.2 crore awarded in the first edition.

In keeping with the objectives of Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and Viksit Bharat, the Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0 program will offer mentorship, capability-building, and market access to innovators, startups, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC) 2.0 online registration site link, prize money, dates and requirements details

One special feature is that the corresponding startup will hold the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) of the product being produced as part of the competition.

Redefine the future of cybersecurity! Turn ideas into groundbreaking solutions with the Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0.

Your chance to lead innovation and advance India’s cybersecurity is here!

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— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) January 16, 2025

The dedication to promoting an innovative and entrepreneurial culture in our country is demonstrated by the Cyber Security Grand Challenge. It is crucial in supporting India’s goal of rising to the top of the global cybersecurity scene. By acting as a catalyst, CSGC helps our nation get closer to these lofty objectives.

“The Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0 is a major government-backed initiative with a significant amount of total prize pool of Rs 6.85 crore and a focus on recognising startups offering innovative cybersecurity solutions,” said S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY.

According to MeitY, the entire “CSGC 2.0” process would be divided into several phases, with mentorship offered at each one. Participants in the Grand Challenge are required to develop solutions centred on six specific problem statement categories.

For cutting-edge solutions in API security, data protection, wearable privacy, clone app mitigation, AI threat detection, and biometric security, registration is currently open through February 14 and you can submit the form online here.

In addition to the three stages, Idea, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and Final Product step, the challenge also includes a fourth step called “Go-to-Market.”

By qualifying six startups for each issue statement in the Idea Stage, it broadens the reach of recognition. As a result, 36 startups are recognized in the early stage, each receiving Rs 5 lakh, and 18 startups receive Rs 10 lakh at the Minimum Viable Product stage.

✨Launched by Shri S Krishnan, @SecretaryMEITY
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Each of the six problem statements will have a winner at the Final Stage, who will get Rs 25 lakh.

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