Essay Writing Competition 2026

Inviting Entries

The School of Arts & Humanities, Career Point University, Kota, in collaboration with the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA), New Delhi, is pleased to announce an Inter-University Essay Writing Competition under the Foreign Policy Awareness Scheme, scheduled to be held on 12 September 2026. This prestigious competition provides students with an opportunity to engage critically with contemporary issues in international relations, diplomacy, foreign policy, and India's evolving role in the global arena. Participants are invited to showcase their analytical abilities, originality of thought, and academic writing skills through a well-researched essay.

Theme of the Competition

English

Digital Diplomacy, Gen Z and Social Media: Shaping India's Global Image

Hindi

डिजिटल कूटनीति, जेन Z और सोशल मीडिया: भारत की वैश्विक छवि को आकार देना

Event Details

Particulars	Details
Date	Saturday, 12 September 2026
Venue	Seminar Hall, Career Point University, Kota
Time	09:30 AM onwards

 

Competition Process

Stage 1: Online Submission of Essays

Participants shall submit their essays online as per the prescribed guidelines. Submission Deadline: 28 August 2026

Stage 2: Scrutiny and Shortlisting

All entries will be evaluated by the screening committee and top submissions will be shortlisted for the final round. Timeline: 29 August – 05 September 2026

Stage 3: Live Jury Interaction & Prize Distribution

Shortlisted candidates will participate in a live Question & Answer session before an expert jury based on their submitted essays. The event will conclude with the declaration of results and prize distribution ceremony. Date: 12 September 2026 Awards & Prizes

Undergraduate (UG) Category

Language	Prize
English / Hindi	First Prize – ₹15,000
English / Hindi	Second Prize – ₹5,000
English / Hindi	Third Prize – ₹3,000

Postgraduate (PG) Category

Language	Prize
English / Hindi	First Prize – ₹15,000
English / Hindi	Second Prize – ₹5,000
English / Hindi	Third Prize – ₹3,000

Guidelines and Rules

1. Participants must be enrolled in a recognized college or university at the time of submission.
2. Word limit:
   • UG Category: Approximately 2,000 words
   • PG Category: Approximately 2,500 words
3. Essays must be submitted in MS Word format (Times New Roman, Mangal, or Unicode; Font Size 12; Line Spacing 1.5).
4. The submission must clearly mention the participant's name, contact number, email address, institution name, and address.
5. A self-attested copy of both Institutional ID Card and Government-issued ID proof must accompany the submission.
6. Only one entry per participant is permitted.
7. All submissions will undergo a plagiarism check. Essays must be original and unpublished.
8. Previously published work or entries submitted elsewhere will not be considered.
9. The last date for submission is 28 August 2026 (11:59 PM). Late submissions will not be accepted.
10. Essays will be evaluated on:
• Relevance to the theme
• Originality of ideas
• Analytical depth
• Structure and presentation
• Language and writing quality
11. Results will be announced on 12 September 2026.
12. Copyright of all winning entries shall remain jointly with Career Point University and ICWA and may be published on the websites of either or both institutions.
13. The decision of the jury shall be final and binding.
14. No registration fee is required.

About Career Point University, Kota

Career Point University (CPU), Kota, established in 2012 by the Career Point Group, is a UGC-recognized private university committed to academic excellence, innovation, and research. The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across diverse disciplines including Engineering, Arts & Humanities, Management, Law, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Basic Sciences, and Education. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, industry-oriented learning, research centres, internships, and strong academic-industry collaborations, CPU strives to develop future-ready professionals and responsible citizens.

About the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA)

Established in 1943, the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) is India's premier foreign policy think tank dedicated to promoting informed understanding of international affairs. Founded by eminent thinkers including Sir Tej Bahadur Sapru and Dr. H.N. Kunzru, ICWA has played a significant role in fostering India's intellectual engagement with global developments. ICWA conducts research, conferences, seminars, lectures, and policy dialogues on contemporary international issues. Through its publications, extensive library resources, and collaborations with leading universities, think tanks, and research institutions worldwide, ICWA contributes significantly to informed public discourse on foreign policy and global affairs.
Organised By
School of Arts & Humanities
Career Point University, Kota (Rajasthan)
In Collaboration With
Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA), New Delhi