Archive · 12 Jan 2026
India Post Launches Global Letter Writing Contest for Children
India Post is hosting a big writing contest for kids.
The theme is about why talking to friends in person is important, even with all the digital stuff we have.
Kids aged 9 to 15 can join.
They have to write a letter by hand, not too long, about 800 words.
The contest is on March 10, 2026, in many places like Kolkata and Gangtok.
There are cool prizes like money and certificates.
The best writer from India might even get to go to Switzerland!
India Post is organizing an International Letter Writing Competition for children aged 9-15.
The theme is 'Write a letter to a friend about why human connection matters in a digital world.'
The competition will be held on March 10, 2026, at multiple centers across eastern and northeastern India.
Participants must submit handwritten letters not exceeding 800 words in English or any language listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India.
Prizes include cash awards and certificates at both Circle and National levels, with the best national entry representing India internationally.
- Who
- Children aged 9-15 as of May 5, 2026
- What
- International Letter Writing Competition
- When
- March 10, 2026
- Where
- Multiple centers across eastern and northeastern India
- Why
- To encourage creativity, thoughtful expression, and the traditional art of letter writing among children
- Organizer
- India Post
- Theme
- Write a letter to a friend about why human connection matters in a digital world.
- Date
- March 10, 2026
- Eligibility
- Children aged 9-15 as of May 5, 2026
- Location
- Multiple centers across eastern and northeastern India
- Duration
- 1 hour (noon to 1 PM)
- Word Limit
- 800 words maximum
- Languages Allowed
- English or any language listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India
- Application Deadline
- March 5, 2026
- Circle Level Prizes
- 1st: ₹25,000, 2nd: ₹10,000, 3rd: ₹5,000
- National Level Prizes
- 1st: ₹50,000, 2nd: ₹25,000, 3rd: ₹10,000
- International Prizes
- Gold, silver, and bronze medals, certificates, and additional prizes