In a groundbreaking step toward promoting environmental awareness and innovation among the youth, the SBOA Educational Trust successfully organized India’s first Inter-school EV quiz contest in 2025. The event marked a milestone in combining education with sustainability, drawing participation from over 150 schools across the country. The contest not only spotlighted the rapidly evolving electric vehicle (EV) sector but also ignited interest in green auto knowledge among students from diverse academic backgrounds.
The Vision Behind the Initiative
With the Indian government pushing aggressively for clean energy and sustainable mobility, educational institutions like SBOA are aligning themselves with this national mission. The Inter-school EV quiz was conceived to bridge the knowledge gap in emerging green technologies and to motivate students to engage with real-world challenges.
SBOA’s Principal, Dr. Meena Rajan, emphasized, “Our goal was to create a platform where students could learn, compete, and innovate around electric mobility, a sector that will define the next generation of transport.”
Contest Format and Structure
The EV quiz contest was meticulously designed to challenge students across various levels of understanding. The format included:
- Preliminary Online Rounds: Schools from different states submitted their top-performing students to an online screening round that tested foundational EV concepts.
- Regional Finals: Conducted in five major cities — Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata — to accommodate geographic diversity.
- National Grand Finale: Held at SBOA School & Junior College, Chennai, where top 10 finalist teams competed live.
Quiz rounds covered topics such as:
- Basics of electric vehicle mechanics and battery technology
- Government EV policies and incentives
- Global trends in sustainable transportation
- Innovations by Indian startups in the EV space
Engaging Young Minds With Industry Insights
What set this Inter-school EV quiz apart was its integration of academic rigor with real-world application. SBOA partnered with several EV companies and government bodies like NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Heavy Industries to provide authentic case studies and expert-led sessions.
EV industry professionals conducted workshops during the event, allowing students to explore:
- EV infrastructure like charging stations
- Career opportunities in green mobility
- Challenges in EV adoption in rural and urban areas
Awards, Recognition, and Beyond
The winning team, St. Xavier’s High School from Pune, walked away with an EV lab setup grant for their school, tablets for each team member, and an invitation to an exclusive industry visit to Tata Motors’ EV facility. Runners-up were awarded tech scholarships and mentorship sessions with green tech leaders.
Beyond the prizes, the real win was the awareness created. Students reported a newfound curiosity about sustainable engineering and green design. Educators praised the initiative for making complex topics accessible and engaging.
Looking Ahead: A Yearly Tradition in the Making
Following the overwhelming success and feedback, SBOA plans to make the Inter-school EV quiz an annual national event, with regional editions being extended to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Plans are also in place to expand the curriculum to include AI applications in EVs, hydrogen fuel tech, and EV cybersecurity.
By introducing students to green auto knowledge early on, SBOA is nurturing future innovators who will not only understand but also shape the next phase of mobility in India.
FAQs
Q1. Who was eligible to participate in the Inter-school EV quiz contest?
Students from grades 8 to 12 across all Indian schools were eligible. Teams of three could register through their school with prior recommendation.
Q2. What was the main goal of the quiz?
The quiz aimed to raise awareness and educate students on electric vehicles and sustainable mobility trends.
Q3. Will this contest be held again in 2026?
Yes, SBOA has confirmed that the Inter-school EV quiz will return with more features and broader participation.
Q4. How can schools prepare for future contests?
Schools can integrate EV-related modules in science and technology clubs and follow government EV updates and innovations for preparation.
Q5. Were there any collaboration opportunities for EV companies?
Yes, several companies participated as sponsors and mentors, and future contests will offer more partnership opportunities for green tech firms.
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