Program Details
HCL Jigsaw program is a holistic, multi-stage assessment process designed to identify and celebrate student excellence through progressive evaluation.
About the Program:
HCL Jigsaw inspires students to explore, ideate, and innovate through real-world challenges—shifting learning from passive theory to active problem-solving with Project-Based Learning (PBL).
Eligibility: Students from grades 6 to 9 in the academic year 2026-27
Registration: Schools to send in entries for their students | Before Jul 31
Register your school by emailing us at schoolenquiry@hcljigsaw.com
🌟 HCL Jigsaw 2026–27 Schedule 🌟
| Stage | Timeline | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 🏫 Registration | May 4 to July 31 | Registrations are open only through schools. Students must be enrolled by their respective schools to participate. |
| 📚 Learning Content | May 15 to May 20 | Learning content will be available in student portal |
| 🧠 Round 1:Project Submission | June 1 to August 31 | Teams submit 3 projects online on selected themes.
Top 10 percentile teams (per grade, per zone) qualify for Round 2. |
| 📢 Round 1 Result | September 7 | Results will be available on the student portal. |
| 🎓 Expert webinar: Product Building | September 15 | Details and access link will be shared on the student portal. |
| 💡 Round 2: Design Thinking | September 30 | Teams submit a prototype, app design, or design-thinking pitch for one project.
Top 10 percentile teams (per grade, per zone) qualify for Round 3. |
| 📢 Round 2 Result | October 7 | Results will be available on the student portal. |
| 🎤 Expert Webinar: Product Pitching | October 12 | Details and access link will be shared on the student portal. |
| 🎬 Round 3: Video Pitch | October 26 | Teams create and upload a video pitch. Top 10 teams (per grade, per zone) qualify for Pre-Jury. |
| 📢 Round 3 Result | November 1 | Results will be available on the student portal. |
| ⚖️ Pre-Jury Round | November 4/5 | Submissions evaluated by the HCL Jigsaw Pre-Jury panel.
Top 16 teams (4 per grade, nationwide) qualify for the Finale. |
| 🏆 Grand Finale | November 22 | The best teams take the national stage—live presentations, big wins, and ultimate glory! |
💬 Why Join? 💬
For Students
- Build real-world thinking and leadership skills
- Collaborate in teams, solve complex challenges
- Earn national recognition, prizes, and mentorship
For Parents
- Empower your child’s curiosity & creativity
- Boost academic + beyond-academic growth
- Recognized and backed by HCL's global platform
For Schools
- Enable project-based learning culture
- Fosters critical 21st-century skills through hands-on, real-world learning experiences
- Align seamlessly with NEP’s vision for holistic, flexible education.
🏆 Rewards & Recognition - Students 🏆
| Category | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Winners | Exciting Gifts, HCL JIGSAW Problem Solver Certificate & Trophy, Visit to HCL Innovation Lab for expriential learning & Media Feature |
| Runners | Exciting Gifts, HCL JIGSAW National Runners Up Certificate & Trophy, |
| Finalist | Medal And Certificate |
🏆 Rewards & Recognition - Schools 🏆
| Category | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Innovator School Of The Year | Recognotion as HCL JIGSAW Innovator School with School Trophy, certificates for the Principal and Coordinator, and social media recognition for more than 50+ teams completing Round 1. |
| Adopter School In Problem Solving | Recognized as an HCL JIGSAW Adopter School with e-certificates for Principal and Coordinator for achieving 20–50 teams completing Round 1. |
| Appreciation Memento | Appreciation Memento & Certificate to Principal and Coordinators for achieving 100% attendence |
🎁 New 🎁
Internship Simulations with HCL Experts
Feature in the HCL Innovators’ Hall of Fame
Exclusive School Badging & Teacher Recognition
💡 Powered by Purpose 💡
HCL Jigsaw brings together Excellence, Engagement, and an Innovation Ecosystem to nurture India’s next generation of thinkers and changemakers.
“This isn’t just a contest. It’s a journey. And you’re invited.”
Rewards and Recognitions
For winning students:
Total prize purse worth ₹12 Lakhs - Visit to HCL Innovation Labs
- Trophy and E-certificates
For all participants:
- Online workshops & sessions by Industry Experts
- E-certificates
For Schools:
- Recognition as India's Top Problem-Solving School.
- Trophies and certificates for schools with participation of over 150 students.
- Feature on the HCL Jigsaw website and social media platforms.
- Exclusive Invite to HCL Concerts in your cities
