✨ Puthulir 2.0 – Instructions

Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), Anna University

State-Level Innovation Competition for School Students

🎓 Puthulir 2.0 – Finals Announcement

Dear Students,

The Puthulir 2.0 Finals will be held at Anna University, Chennai.

📍 Venue: Vivekananda Auditorium
🕗 Reporting Time: 8:00 a.m
📅 Date: 01.12.2025

Please note:

✔️ Students must be accompanied by a mentor/parent.
✔️ Carry a valid School ID card.
✔️ School uniform is mandatory.
❌ Accommodation will NOT be available on the University campus.

Kindly follow the instructions and arrive on time.

Click Here to View the
District Level Results Result PDF

For School Students

Please carefully follow the below instructions for the District-Level & Final Selection:

1. Eligibility & Team Composition
  • Students of Classes 8–12 from all boards (State, CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB).
  • Teams: max 3 students + 1 mentor (teacher/parent).
  • Govt & Govt-Aided Schools: No Fee
  • Private Schools: ₹500 per team (+ taxes).
2. Competition Process
Stage Timeline Description
Level 0 12th Sep to 18th Nov, 2025 Online Registration of Teams (No registration charges for students of Govt. & Govt. Aided Schools)
Level 1 19th Nov, 2025 Preparedness Round: Online Ideation Program
Level 2 20th to 22th Nov 2025 Problem Statement Submission
Level 3 23th Nov to 25rd Nov 2025 District level Selection – Online
Level 4 First week of Dec 2025 State level Finale at Anna University, Chennai - Offline
3. Presentation Guidelines

Each team gets 5–7 minutes. Use any format:

Poster Model Digital Solution

Themes include: Local Problems, Technology, Sustainability, STEM, Arts & Media, Health & Wellness.

4. General Instructions
  • ✅ Reach venue 30 mins early.
  • ✅ Bring School ID & Registration Proof.
  • ✅ Carry necessary materials (models, laptops).
  • ⚠️ Original work only — plagiarism = disqualification.
5. Evaluation Criteria
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Relevance to SDGs
  • Practicality & Feasibility
  • Social/Environmental Impact
  • Clarity of Presentation
6. Student Benefits
  • 🏆 Cash Prizes: ₹5,000 – ₹50,000
  • 🤝 Mentorship & Prototype support
  • 🎓 Anna Univ. Entrepreneurship Club (AUSEC)
  • 💼 Bootcamps, internships & incubation
🌟 This is more than a competition – it's a chance to shape your future as an innovator & entrepreneur!
Submit Student Registration

For District Venue Partners

Dear Sir/Madam,
Greetings from CED, Anna University.
Inviting Expressions of Interest to serve as District Venue Partners (DVPs) for Puthulir 2.0. Kindly follow the instructions below for smooth conduct of the District-Level Selection Round.

1. Role of the DVP
  • Host institute for District-Level Idea Selection.
  • Provide venue, infrastructure & coordination.
  • Work with CED, Anna University for smooth execution.
2. Competition Structure
  • Participants: Classes 8–12 students across boards.
  • Team: Max 3 students + 1 mentor.
  • Registration via official portal.
  • Selection Process:
    • Each team presents (poster/model/digital).
    • Jury panel (academia + entrepreneurs + experts).
    • Evaluation based on: Innovation SDGs Feasibility Impact Presentation
    • Top teams shortlisted for State Finals @ Anna Univ.
3. Safety & Compliance
  • 🚑 108 Ambulance Service on standby.
  • 👮 Inform nearest police station.
  • 🩹 Provide first aid kits & emergency contacts.
  • 📌 Confirm compliance to CED.
4. Mentors' Instructions

To be displayed on A4 sheets at venue:

  • Sign attendance sheet.
  • Take photographs of every team (with event banner).
  • Submit photos to CED same evening.
5. Reporting

Submit to CED within 3 working days:

  • Attendance sheet (signed by mentors).
  • Top 10 Teams list with evaluation sheets.
  • Acknowledgement of 108/police arrangements.
  • Photographic evidence (later submission).
🙏 Thank you for supporting innovation & entrepreneurship among school students!
Submit Venue Partner Registration