Mera Dost India Post Contest
The Mera Dost India Post Contest is a sports-themed scholarship open to Indian students of all study levels. It invites participants to engage with philately-related challenges through advertisements in *The Hindu* newsp…
About this Scholarship
The Mera Dost India Post Contest is a sports-themed scholarship open to Indian students of all study levels. It invites participants to engage with philately-related challenges through advertisements in *The Hindu* newspaper. Contestants read the weekly advertisement, answer simple questions, and stand a chance to win prizes.
The initiative combines sports knowledge with postal heritage, encouraging young minds to explore both fields while competing for recognition.
Eligibility Criteria
Indian students aged 15 years or younger as on a specified date are eligible to apply. Applicants must hold a Philatelic Deposit Account (PDA) with India Post. The PDA number and date of birth must be quoted in contest entries.
There are no additional academic or income-based conditions for participation.
How to Apply
To apply, open a Philatelic Deposit Account (PDA) with India Post if you do not already have one. Weekly questions are published every Friday in *The Hindu* newspaper. Submit your answers within one week via Speed Post or Registered Post.
Include your PDA number and date of birth in the entry. Ensure entries are sent within the stipulated timeframe to be considered for prizes.
Scholarship at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Mera Dost India Post Contest?
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To apply you need to meet these conditions: Indian students aged 15 years or younger as on a specified date are eligible to apply. Applicants must hold a Philatelic Deposit Account (PDA) with India Post. The PDA number and date of birth must be quoted in contest entries. There are no additional academic or income-based conditions for participation.
How do I apply for the Mera Dost India Post Contest?
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Apply in 1 steps: To apply, open a Philatelic Deposit Account (PDA) with India Post if you do not already have one. Weekly questions are published every Friday in *The Hindu* newspaper. Submit your answers within one week via Speed Post or Registered Post. Include your PDA number and date of birth in the entry. Ensure entries are sent within the stipulated timeframe to be considered for prizes..
Which students can apply for the Mera Dost India Post Contest?
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This scholarship is open to all students.
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