National Science Day is celebrated across India on 28th February each year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by the eminent Indian physicist C. V. Raman in 1928. The day stands as a tribute to India’s scientific legacy and its continued pursuit of innovation, inquiry, and excellence.
The 2026 theme aims to spotlight and strengthen the role of women in shaping India’s scientific and technological future. As India advances toward the vision of a Viksit Bharat, inclusive participation in research and innovation becomes essential.
Despite significant progress, women currently represent only about 31% of researchers globally and approximately 22% of professionals in Artificial Intelligence–related fields. These numbers highlight a critical gender gap, particularly in high-impact and emerging domains such as:
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Healthcare and Biomedical Research
Climate Science and Sustainability Innovation
The 2026 theme calls for:
Creating equitable opportunities for women in STEM
Encouraging young girls to pursue scientific careers
Promoting women’s leadership in research and innovation
Strengthening inclusive policy and institutional support
Recognizing women scientists as nation-builders.
Current Program
Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026
SPACE India invites curious and competitive young minds from across the country to celebrate National Science Day 2026 with the Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026.
This pan-India academic quiz tests your understanding of space science, from black holes to exoplanets. A national level challenge! A platform where knowledge meets competition and curiosity transforms into confidence. Engage in thought-provoking rounds designed to test scientific understanding, analytical reasoning, and presence of mind.
The Ultimate Scientific Showdown
A national-level space science challenge that turns into an exciting battle of brains
Brain-teasing questions that make you think, explore, and discover
An opportunity to build confidence, sharpen problem-solving skills, and think like a scientist
E-certificates for all registered participants
Exciting prizes and recognition for winners across all SPACE India platforms
Grand Finale: 28th February 2026 Students from schools, studying in Grades 5–10 will compete this grand finale, It promises to be a vibrant celebration of curiosity, innovation, and scientific excellence truly embodying the spirit of National Science Day.
We wish all finalists the very best as they prepare to compete among the brightest young minds across the country.
Ask. Answer. Ace. Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026 — Where the Best Minds Compete!
Achievements
We have successfully organized various programs such as Astronomy fairs and competitions with the objective to create enthusiasm among people and inculcate scientific temper among the masses.
Science outreach has been conducted at popular locations
SPACE has conducted Heritage Walk with Archaelogical Survey of India at Jantar Mantar
Science Activities were conducted at public event ‘Raahgiri’ where the public participated with great enthusiasm.
In 2022, SPACE conducted an online quiz with iAstronomer students and a webinar where eminent speakers like Prof. (Dr.) Dipankar Banerjee, Director, ARIES observatory and Prof. (Dr.) PrajvalShastri Adjunct Professor, ICRAR, Australia was invited.https://youtu.be/WIgfykPHSPg
National Science Day
Overview
National Science Day is celebrated across India on 28th February each year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by the eminent Indian physicist C. V. Raman in 1928. The day stands as a tribute to India’s scientific legacy and its continued pursuit of innovation, inquiry, and excellence.
The 2026 theme aims to spotlight and strengthen the role of women in shaping India’s scientific and technological future. As India advances toward the vision of a Viksit Bharat, inclusive participation in research and innovation becomes essential.
Despite significant progress, women currently represent only about 31% of researchers globally and approximately 22% of professionals in Artificial Intelligence–related fields. These numbers highlight a critical gender gap, particularly in high-impact and emerging domains such as:
The 2026 theme calls for:
Current Program
Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026
SPACE India invites curious and competitive young minds from across the country to celebrate National Science Day 2026 with the Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026.
This pan-India academic quiz tests your understanding of space science, from black holes to exoplanets.
A national level challenge! A platform where knowledge meets competition and curiosity transforms into confidence.
Engage in thought-provoking rounds designed to test scientific understanding, analytical reasoning, and presence of mind.
The Ultimate Scientific Showdown
Grand Finale:
28th February 2026
Students from schools, studying in Grades 5–10 will compete this grand finale, It promises to be a vibrant celebration of curiosity, innovation, and scientific excellence truly embodying the spirit of National Science Day.
We wish all finalists the very best as they prepare to compete among the brightest young minds across the country.
Ask. Answer. Ace.
Raman Pragyaan Sci-Quiz 2026 — Where the Best Minds Compete!
Achievements
- Science outreach has been conducted at popular locations
- SPACE has conducted Heritage Walk with Archaelogical Survey of India at Jantar Mantar
- Science Activities were conducted at public event ‘Raahgiri’ where the public participated with great enthusiasm.
In 2022, SPACE conducted an online quiz with iAstronomer students and a webinar where eminent speakers like Prof. (Dr.) Dipankar Banerjee, Director, ARIES observatory and Prof. (Dr.) PrajvalShastri Adjunct Professor, ICRAR, Australia was invited.https://youtu.be/WIgfykPHSPgGallery
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