- UGC asks higher education institutions to promote the national consumer awareness quiz; participants can win ₹5,000 each, with entries open until October 30, 2026.
New Delhi, : The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked higher education institutions (HEIs) across India to publicise the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026 and encourage participation among students, young citizens and other stakeholders. The online quiz, organised by the Department of Consumer Affairs in collaboration with MyGov, will remain open until October 30, 2026.
The initiative aims to increase awareness of consumer rights and responsibilities, product quality and safety, fair trade practices, grievance redressal mechanisms and consumer protection measures.
In a communication issued by UGC Secretary Prof. Shyama Rath, higher education institutions were requested to disseminate information about the quiz through their official websites, email groups, student portals, notice boards, social media platforms and other institutional communication channels.
What Is the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026?
The Jago Grahak Jago Quiz is a national online initiative designed to help citizens understand consumer rights, responsibilities and the mechanisms available to protect their interests.
The quiz covers consumer-focused initiatives and institutions, including the National Consumer Helpline (NCH), e-Jagriti, National Test House (NTH), Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA), Legal Metrology and awareness about dark patterns.
The initiative also encourages informed decision-making and greater awareness of fair trade practices and consumer grievance redressal.
Important Dates and Quiz Details
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Quiz start date: August 25, 2026
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Last date to participate: October 30, 2026, at 11:45 PM IST
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Organisers: Department of Consumer Affairs and MyGov
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Who can participate: Indian citizens
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Number of questions: Up to 10
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Time limit: 300 seconds
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Participation mode: Online
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Prize: ₹5,000 each for the top 10 winners
How to Participate
Interested participants can follow these steps:
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Visit the official MyGov quiz page.
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Log in through MyGov authentication or the available OTP login option.
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Select the option to play the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026.
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Answer up to 10 questions within the prescribed time limit of 300 seconds.
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Submit the quiz according to the instructions displayed on the platform.
Official quiz page: https://quiz.mygov.in/quiz/jago-grahak-jago-quiz-2026/
Participants should complete the quiz before the deadline and follow the official terms and conditions.
Prize Money and Winner Selection
According to the quiz's published terms and conditions, the top 10 winners will each receive a cash prize of ₹5,000.
Winner selection will be conducted through a system-generated automated randomisation process. Participants securing the highest score within the prescribed time limit will be included in the pool of eligible entries from which winners will be selected.
Multiple entries from the same participant will not be accepted. Entries involving unfair means, impersonation, double participation or fraudulent activity may be rejected.
Employees of the Department of Consumer Affairs, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and MyGov are not eligible to participate.
UGC Asks Colleges to Promote Consumer Awareness
UGC has requested higher education institutions to ensure wide dissemination of information about the quiz and encourage active participation.
Institutions can use their existing communication channels to inform students and other stakeholders about the opportunity. The initiative is intended to strengthen consumer awareness among young people and familiarise them with the institutions and mechanisms that safeguard consumer interests.
With the October 30 deadline approaching, eligible Indian citizens can visit the official MyGov platform to review the rules and participate.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026?
It is a national online quiz organised by the Department of Consumer Affairs in collaboration with MyGov to promote awareness of consumer rights, responsibilities and consumer protection initiatives.
2. What is the last date to participate?
The quiz closes on October 30, 2026, at 11:45 PM IST.
3. Who is eligible to participate?
The quiz is open to Indian citizens, subject to the published terms and conditions. Employees of the Department of Consumer Affairs, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and MyGov are not eligible.
4. What is the prize money?
The top 10 winners will receive ₹5,000 each.
5. How many questions are included in the quiz?
Participants must answer up to 10 questions within the time limit of 300 seconds.
6. Which topics are covered in the quiz?
Topics include consumer rights, the National Consumer Helpline, e-Jagriti, product quality and safety, BIS, CCPA, Legal Metrology, dark patterns and grievance redressal mechanisms.
7. How can students participate?
Students can visit the official MyGov quiz page, log in using the available authentication options and start the quiz.
8. How are the winners selected?
The published terms state that participants achieving the highest score within the prescribed time limit enter a pool of eligible entries. Winners are then selected through an automated randomisation process.
9. What has UGC asked colleges to do?
UGC has asked higher education institutions to publicise the quiz through websites, emails, student portals, notice boards, social media and other institutional communication channels
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