Overview

Are You a Student Ready to Be a Catalyst for Sustainable Change?

Recognising that educators play a vital role, we equally honour the students—those true catalysts of change who will carry forward the vision of a sustainable future. Their creativity, commitment, and passion are the driving forces behind a better society.
We believe that design education, learning and individual action transform students into mindful professionals. Their meticulous attention to detail and understanding of sustainability can significantly impact the built environment.

Eligibility

Students pursuing Bachelors in Architecture, Design and Planning.

How to Apply

  • Registration: Register yourself in the website (Click the Register button in the top right corner)
  • Apply for the previous year’s Award, eg: 2nd yr students will apply for 1st year award with semester 1/2/3 works, recent Graduates will apply for 5th year and share works from semester 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10
  • Submission:Submit your CV and/or portfolio along with a 100-word note/2-minute video. In this note/video, illustrate how you integrate sustainability into your daily life and design work. This could include examples such as

Participation in local sustainability initiatives (e.g., community clean-ups or recycling drives).

Projects that you have completed in your course that promote sustainable design (e.g., a building project using reclaimed materials).

Recycling, reusing, conservation at personal level, etc.

Apply For The
ARCAUSE SAaTh STUDENT OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Register online by clicking the button below. Fill in your details to

Process

Register

Register yourself on the website 

Fill the form

After receiving the confirmation email, please fill in the form

Upload the file/s

Upload a detailed presentation/video

Ensure your presentation includes

Statement of Motivation

A brief essay stating your intent and the journey that you followed to integrate it in your design ideas.

CV / Portfolio

An updated CV, with few visuals of your works.

Presentation/Video

A presentation/2-min video-byte talking about your self and on what sustainability means to you.

The Selection Process

A panel of experts will review all entries based on criteria including innovation, impact, and contributions to sustainability in design education.

Awards

Two Students from Final-year/Thesis
First Prize : ₹ 25,000
Second Prize : ₹ 15,000

Two students each from 1/2/3/4 Year each
First Prize : ₹ 15,000
Second Prize : ₹ 10,000

Important Dates

Last Date for Submissions : February 2025

Announcement of results : March 2025

Attachments

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FAQ

Who is eligible to apply for the Student of the Year award?

Any student currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Design, or Planning is eligible to apply.

I just graduated. Can I apply as well?

Yes! Recent graduates are eligible to apply. You can submit work from your 5th year or any semester (1 to 10) as part of your application.

Where should I submit my project?

Projects must be submitted through the Google Form link provided in your email.

Can I apply with works from multiple semesters?

Yes, you can apply with works from multiple semesters. However, you should apply for the award corresponding to your previous academic year. For example:

  • 2nd-year students should apply for the 1st-year award, submitting works from Semesters 1, 2, and 3.
  • Recent graduates should apply for the 5th-year award, sharing works from any semester (1 through 10).
I am not able to register. What should I do next?

If you face any issues with registration, please email your queries to arcause@ethosfoundation.in. Our team will assist you and get back to you promptly.