Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most asked questions. If you have a question and it has not been answered please write to us at info@plaksha.edu.in

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What was the YTS 2025 program fee?

The fee was Rs. 97,500 (plus 18% GST applicable). This fee was largely subsidized by our foundation to ensure that the cost remains accessible. We offer scholarships on a need-basis only.

Is there a certificate or recognition after the program?

Yes, all participants receive a Certificate of Completion from Plaksha University at the end of the program

How will my child benefit from this program in the long run?

YTS empowers students with early exposure to technology, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. It helps students gain clarity on future paths while building skills that go beyond the classroom.

Is financial aid or scholarship available?

Yes, need-based scholarships are available for needed students.

Who is eligible to apply?

The program is open for students in Grades 9 to 12

What are the dates for the Young Technology Scholars Program 2026?

Dates for the 2026 Young Tech Scholars (YTS) program have not yet been announced. However, YTS 2025 was conducted from May 25, 2025 to June 7, 2025.

What will be the program fee for YTS 2026?

The YTS 2026 fee has not been announced yet. YTS 2025 program fee was ₹97,500 plus GST.

What is the duration of the program?

The YTS program is a fully residential, two-week experience held at Plaksha University’s Mohali campus.

Is the program open to international students?

Yes, international students can also apply.

What are the key themes or focus areas of the program?

YTS encourages participants to tackle complex real-world problems through interdisciplinary coursework—around hardware technologies, robotics, electronics & programming.

How will the program cater to the diverse age group and subject knowledge?

Our program is consciously designed to be age-agnostic. It is designed for curious students who are intrigued by technology and passionate about learning. No prerequisite course material is required for either class. The courses are designed to be appealing and beneficial to students, regardless of their background knowledge.

Is the program residential/ online? Where is the program being held?

YTS will be residential at our Plaksha University campus, Mohali. True to its spirit, YTS will continue to focus on offering a unique experience to students centered around projects that have real-world relevance.

What were the dates of YTS 2025?

YTS was conducted from May 25 to June 7, 2025.

Is this program only intended for students interested in pursuing science, engineering, and mathematics?

Not at all! This program is open to everyone, as long as you are interested in solving real-world problems using technology. We want to inspire more young minds around technology. Even if you haven’t chosen science, if YTS intrigues you, apply and get a taste of how exciting technology education can be.

Who is eligible to apply?

The YTS program is open to students in class 9-12, or in other words, if your high school graduation year is between 2026-2029.

How do I apply for the program?

You must complete and submit your application to us.

What is the selection criteria? Is it marks based or more holistic?

Students will be evaluated against their entire application. There are no minimum scores or grades, but instead, we’re looking for bright curious students who are interested in learning. Submitting grades is completely optional.

Are students expected to prepare for this summer program?

No! Please don’t study for this program. Everything you need to know will be taught during the two weeks - there is no preparation required.

How do the courses fit in with the school curriculum?

YTS is intended to supplement the school curriculum, not replace it. It is designed to fill gaps that exist in current academia and prepare students to solve open-ended problems in teams.

How are the courses interdisciplinary, hands-on and catered to solving real-world problems?

In every way! We started off this summer program with the goal to make technology and engineering education relevant and fun to high schoolers. Rather than pick up and deliver existing content, we have carefully designed and crafted courses accordingly. Rather than go in-depth in a single subject, each course bridges content across multiple engineering and non-engineering disciplines; classes will be more doing, and less lecture; students will choose a real-world problem they want to solve (ex: how should we prevent a global epidemic from spreading?) that they will model and build out themselves.