IIM Bangalore opens registrations for the National Student Case Competition 2026 for college students across India. The competition offers a total prize pool of Rs 5 lakh and is designed around real-world challenges related to India’s Digital Public Infrastructure. The event is organised by the Center for Digital Public Goods, and participation is limited to teams of five students from recognised colleges or universities.
Registrations are open for students to submit their entries, with submissions closing on September 7 at 6 PM. Shortlisted teams present at IIM Bangalore as part of the selection process. The two reports cover the same announcement, including the theme, prize amount, team size requirement, and the submission deadline, with the India Today piece reflecting only partial text in the provided excerpt.