MEITY and DSCI Launch Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC 2.0) to Foster Cybersecurity Innovations.
National
On January 15, 2025, S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MEITY), launched the second edition of the Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC 2.0). The initiative, implemented by the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh (UP), aims to enhance India's cybersecurity capabilities and prepare for a secure digital future.
- The total prize money for CSGC 2.0 has been significantly increased to ₹6.85 crores, compared to ₹3.2 crores in its first edition.
- Registration for CSGC 2.0 is open from January 15, 2025, and will remain available until February 14, 2025.
- Participants will develop innovative solutions in six key areas: Application Programming Interface (API) Security, Data Security, Wearable Device Security and Privacy, Clone and Fake Application (App) Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Threat Detection and Incident Response, and Securing Next-Generation Biometric Systems.
Main Point :- (i) The challenge is divided into three main stages. In the Idea Stage, 36 startups (6 per problem area) will be selected, each receiving ₹5 lakh. Following this, the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Stage will see 18 startups being chosen and awarded ₹10 lakh each.
(ii) The next stage is the Final Product Stage, where winners for each problem area will receive ₹25 lakh.
(iii) The final stage, called the Go-to-Market Stage, will announce the top three winners. The Platinum Winner will receive ₹1 crore, the Gold Winner will get ₹50 lakh, and the Silver Winner will be awarded ₹25 lakh.
About MEITY
Minister : Ashwini Vaishnaw
Headquarters : New Delhi
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