SPLASH 2025 Launch: Axis Bank’s 13th Nationwide Art, Craft, and Literature Competition for School Students Kicks Off, Promoting Creative Education

Axis Bank has officially launched SPLASH 2025, the 13th edition of its flagship nationwide competition that invites school students to showcase their talents in art, craft, and literature. With the tagline “Unleash Your Creativity”, the initiative continues to champion creative education as a vital pillar of holistic learning.

A Decade-Long Legacy of Nurturing Young Talent

Since its inception in 2012, SPLASH has grown into one of India’s most anticipated school-level creative contests. Over the past 12 editions, more than 5 lakh students from 15,000+ schools across urban and rural India have participated, producing stunning artworks, innovative crafts, and thought-provoking literary pieces.

This year, SPLASH 2025 aims to reach even deeper into Tier II, III cities and remote areas, ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunity for every young creator.

What’s New in SPLASH 2025?

• Digital-First Participation: Students can now submit entries via a dedicated online portal, making participation seamless and eco-friendly.
• AI-Powered Feedback: Shortlisted entries will receive personalized constructive feedback using ethical AI tools—helping students improve beyond just winning.
• Sustainability Theme: A special category encourages eco-conscious art and stories centered around climate action and sustainable living.
• Regional Language Support: Literary submissions now accepted in 14 Indian languages, including Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, and more.

Competition Categories & Age Groups

Category	Sub-Categories	Age Groups
Art	Drawing, Painting, Digital Art	Junior (6–10 yrs) Senior (11–17 yrs)
Craft	Best out of Waste, Origami, Clay Modelling	Junior & Senior
Literature	Short Story, Poetry, Essay	Junior & Senior

Prizes Worth Dreaming About

• National Winners: Cash prizes up to ₹1 lakh, tablets, and art kits.
• School Awards: Top-performing schools receive digital creativity labs and library grants.
• Certificates: Every participant gets a digital certificate of participation.

How to Participate?

1. Visit the official portal: splash.axisbank.com (link live from November 13, 2025)
2. Register with school details and student information.
3. Upload artwork (high-res photos), craft videos (under 2 mins), or literary pieces (PDF/Word).
4. Submission deadline: January 31, 2026

Pro tip: Teachers can register bulk entries for their entire class!

Why Creative Education Matters

In an increasingly automated world, creativity remains a uniquely human superpower. Axis Bank’s SPLASH aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasizes experiential learning and artistic expression as core competencies.

As Mr. Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO of Axis Bank, said during the launch:

“SPLASH is more than a competition—it’s a movement to ensure no child’s imagination goes unnoticed. Creativity builds confidence, critical thinking, and empathy—skills that define future leaders.”

Join the Creative Revolution!

Whether it’s a watercolor masterpiece, a recycled-material robot, or a poem about tomorrow’s India—every entry counts.

Follow #SPLASH2025 on social media for inspiration, student spotlights, and live masterclasses with renowned artists and authors.

Let’s paint, craft, and write a brighter future—together.

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Axis Bank SPLASH 2025: Where Every Stroke Tells a Story.
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