NE EDUCATION BUREAU
CHENNAI, JUNE 23
In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries and redefining careers, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is once again inviting young minds to think bigger, learn smarter and compete harder with the launch of the 2026 edition of TCS InQuizitive, one of India’s most prestigious inter-school quiz competitions.
Registrations are now open for students in Chennai, offering a unique platform for aspiring innovators, future technologists and knowledge enthusiasts to showcase their intellect while gaining exposure to emerging technologies and global trends.
- Registrations begin for TCS InQuizitive 2026, inviting Chennai’s brightest students to compete on a national stage
- Flagship inter-school quiz blends AI, STEM, innovation and gamified learning to spark future-ready thinking
- Students from Grades 8 to 12 get an opportunity to test their knowledge across technology, business, sports and current trends
- Winners from 12 cities will battle for national glory in Mumbai after city-level and semi-final rounds
Now in its 28th year, TCS InQuizitive has evolved into a highly anticipated national competition that encourages students to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. Designed as a gamified learning experience, the quiz aims to ignite curiosity, strengthen analytical thinking and nurture problem-solving abilities among young learners.
The competition is open to students from Grades 8 to 12, including those studying in pre-university and junior college streams. This year’s edition will be conducted across 12 major cities—Pune, Indore, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi, Bhubaneswar, Kochi, Kolkata and Mumbai.
Top-performing teams from each city will advance to the semi-finals before competing in the prestigious national finale in Mumbai.
The enthusiasm for the competition continues to grow. In the previous edition alone, 839 teams from 111 schools across Chennai participated, highlighting the city’s strong appetite for knowledge-driven challenges.
Highlighting the significance of AI in shaping India’s future, Sudeep Kunnumal, Chief Human Resources Officer, TCS, said:
“India’s emergence as the world’s third most competitive nation in Artificial Intelligence, as highlighted by Stanford University’s 2025 Global AI Vibrancy Tool, marks a pivotal moment in its digital journey. As the world accelerates towards an AI-powered future, we are committed to building one of the world’s largest AI-led technology services ecosystems that drive innovation, inclusion, and long-term value. Through initiatives such as TCS InQuizitive, we seek to ignite curiosity, nurture talent, and empower the next generation to harness the transformative potential of AI, while strengthening the STEM foundation that will power a self-reliant and prosperous India.”
Recognised as one of India’s most respected school quiz platforms, TCS InQuizitive builds upon the company’s rich quizzing legacy that began with TCS IT Wiz in 1999. The 2026 edition promises a broad spectrum of engaging topics spanning education, entertainment, sports, business, advertising, social media and current affairs.
Adding to the excitement, the quiz will place a stronger spotlight on emerging STEM domains including Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Automation, Biometrics and Robotics, ensuring participants gain exposure to technologies that are shaping the future of work and innovation.
For students aspiring to become engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, innovators and technology leaders, TCS InQuizitive offers more than a competition—it serves as a launchpad for curiosity, confidence and career readiness in the AI era.
Entries can be submitted online through the TCS InQuizitive website.: https://www.tcs.com/inquizitive
