Telangana Poster Making Competition 2026: SCERT Guidelines
SCERT Telangana State-Level Poster Making Competition 2026: Theme, Date, Venue and Complete Guidelines
The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Telangana, has announced a State-Level Poster Making Competition for students of Government and Local Body schools.
The competition is being organised by the Population Education Cell of SCERT under the National Population Education Programme (NPEP) Plan of Action 2026-27.
The programme aims to create awareness among school students about healthy lifestyle habits through creative poster making. Students nominated by their respective District Educational Officers will participate in the state-level competition at SCERT, Hyderabad, on 11 September 2026.
Telangana Poster Making Competition 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | State-Level Poster Making Competition 2026 |
| Organising authority | SCERT Telangana, Population Education Cell |
| Proceedings number | Rc.No.88/A/PEC/SCERT/TG/2026 |
| Proceedings date | 3 September 2026 |
| Competition date | Friday, 11 September 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM |
| Venue | Godavari Auditorium, SCERT Campus, Hyderabad |
| Main theme | Promotion of Healthy Life Style |
| Eligible classes | Classes VI to X |
| Eligible schools | Government and Local Body schools |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Participants | Two students nominated from each district |
| Escort | One escort teacher from each district |
| Poster language | English, Telugu or Urdu |
| Total marks | 100 |
Main Theme
The official theme of the competition is:
“Promotion of Healthy Life Style”
Students must prepare their posters based on the main theme and communicate a clear, practical and positive message about healthy living.
Prescribed Sub-Themes
Students may develop their posters around any of the following three areas:
1. Healthy Diet and Nutrition
Posters under this topic may focus on balanced meals, nutritious local foods, fruits, vegetables, clean drinking water and responsible food choices.
Students can use simple messages such as:
- Eat Smart, Live Strong
- Healthy Food, Healthy Future
- Choose Nutrition Every Day
2. Physical Activity and Fitness
This sub-theme encourages students to highlight the importance of outdoor games, walking, exercise, yoga, cycling and regular physical movement.
Possible poster messages include:
- Move More, Live Better
- Fitness Is a Daily Habit
- Play Today for a Healthier Tomorrow
3. Reducing Screen Time and Promoting Active Living
Students can show how excessive recreational screen time may replace outdoor play, physical activity, reading, family interaction and adequate rest.
Suitable slogan ideas include:
- Less Screen, More Green
- Switch Off the Screen and Get Active
- Look Up, Step Out and Start Moving
Students should create their own original slogans and illustrations. The examples above are only intended to help them understand the theme.
Who Can Participate?
Students studying in Classes VI to X in Government and Local Body schools across Telangana are covered by the proceedings.
However, this is not announced as an open online competition. District Educational Officers have been instructed to nominate two students from their respective districts, along with one escort teacher, for participation in the state-level event.
Students and parents should therefore contact their Headmaster, concerned teacher or District Educational Office for confirmation of nomination. They should not travel to the venue without official confirmation.
Poster Making Rules
Participants must follow these official guidelines:
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The poster must be based on the theme “Promotion of Healthy Life Style.”
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The poster may contain text in English, Telugu or Urdu.
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It must be clear, creative, attractive and relevant to the selected theme.
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The poster must be hand-drawn using pencils, colours, colour pencils or crayons.
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The work must be original and created by the participating student.
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The total duration of the competition is 90 minutes.
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Participants must bring their own stationery, including pencils, colour pencils, crayons, erasers and scales.
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Drawing sheets will be provided at the venue.
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Two students from each district will participate under the nomination of the concerned DEO.
Evaluation Criteria
The posters will be evaluated for a total of 100 marks.
| Evaluation component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Relevance to the theme | 20 |
| Pictures or captions appropriate to the context | 20 |
| Appropriate format, layout and design | 20 |
| Creativity and originality | 20 |
| Rhythmic and slogan-type language | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The marking pattern shows that an attractive drawing alone may not be sufficient. Students should combine a strong message, relevant visuals, a neat layout, original thinking and a short, memorable slogan.
How to Prepare an Effective Poster
Select One Clear Message
Avoid presenting too many ideas in a single poster. Select one main message, such as eating nutritious food, exercising every day or balancing screen time with active living.
Use One Strong Central Visual
The main illustration should be large enough to attract attention immediately. Small, disconnected pictures can make the poster look crowded.
Keep the Slogan Short
A short slogan is easier to read and remember. Ideally, it should be written in large letters and placed where it is clearly visible.
Maintain a Neat Layout
Students should leave suitable margins and balance the title, illustration and supporting message. Too much text should be avoided.
Use Colours Meaningfully
Contrasting colours can improve visibility, but excessive use of colours may reduce clarity. Important words and the central illustration should receive greater emphasis.
Ensure Originality
The proceedings specifically require original work. Students should practise developing their own concept instead of copying a poster from the internet or a printed book.
Suggested 90-Minute Time Plan
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| First 10 minutes | Understand the theme and plan the message |
| Next 10 minutes | Prepare a light pencil outline |
| Next 45 minutes | Complete the main drawing and colouring |
| Next 15 minutes | Add the title, slogan and captions |
| Final 10 minutes | Check relevance, spelling, neatness and overall balance |
This time plan is only a preparation suggestion. Students may adjust it according to their drawing style.
Materials Participants Should Carry
Participants should keep the following materials ready:
- Pencils
- Eraser and sharpener
- Colour pencils
- Crayons or permitted colouring materials
- Scale
- Black sketch pen for outlining, if permitted
- School identity card
- Nomination or authorisation documents communicated by the district
- Personal water bottle
Drawing sheets will be supplied at the venue, but participants are responsible for bringing their own stationery.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Students should avoid:
- Copying an existing poster
- Writing long paragraphs
- Using very small lettering
- Including pictures unrelated to the theme
- Making the page too crowded
- Spending too much time on the initial outline
- Forgetting to include a clear slogan
- Leaving spelling mistakes uncorrected
- Using a design that cannot be completed within 90 minutes
Action Points for Headmasters and Escort Teachers
Headmasters and teachers supporting nominated students should:
- Confirm that the students are studying in Classes VI to X in eligible schools.
- Communicate the official theme and sub-themes clearly.
- Help students understand the evaluation criteria.
- Encourage original thinking without drawing the final poster on behalf of the student.
- Conduct timed practice sessions of 90 minutes.
- Ensure that students carry the required stationery.
- Verify nomination, travel and escort arrangements with the concerned DEO.
- Confirm any last-minute instructions before travelling to Hyderabad.
Teachers looking for other student-development activities may also read the Vaaradhi Annual Competitions 2026 guidelines and the Southern India Science Drama Contest 2026 guidelines.
Schools working to promote healthy and environmentally responsible habits may refer to our Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating 2026-27 guide.
Important Official Links
- SCERT Telangana Official Website
- Population Education and Urban Studies – SCERT Telangana
- Telangana School Education Department
- Telangana School Education Circulars and Proceedings
- NCERT Official Website
- NCERT Health and Physical Education Syllabus
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Telangana State-Level Poster Making Competition be held?
The competition is scheduled for Friday, 11 September 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Where will the competition be conducted?
It will be held at Godavari Auditorium on the SCERT campus in Hyderabad.
Which students are eligible?
Students studying in Classes VI to X in Government and Local Body schools are covered by the proceedings.
Can any eligible student directly participate?
The proceedings do not provide for direct public registration. Each District Educational Officer is instructed to nominate two students along with one escort teacher.
What is the theme of the competition?
The main theme is “Promotion of Healthy Life Style.”
What are the three sub-themes?
The sub-themes are Healthy Diet and Nutrition, Physical Activity and Fitness, and Reducing Screen Time and Promoting Active Living.
Can a student prepare the poster in Telugu?
Yes. The prescribed languages are English, Telugu and Urdu.
Will drawing sheets be provided?
Yes. Drawing sheets will be supplied at the venue. Participants must bring their own stationery.
How much time will be given?
The duration of the poster-making competition is 90 minutes.
Are prizes announced?
Prize details are not mentioned in the proceedings dated 3 September 2026. Participants should follow subsequent official instructions, if any.
Conclusion
The SCERT Telangana State-Level Poster Making Competition 2026 gives students an opportunity to combine creativity with an important social message about healthy living.
The prescribed judging criteria give equal importance to theme relevance, contextual pictures, layout, originality and slogan-based language. Students should therefore focus on developing a simple, meaningful and original poster that can be completed neatly within 90 minutes.
Nominated students, Headmasters and escort teachers should confirm all arrangements with the concerned District Educational Officer and check official sources for any subsequent changes.
Source: Proceedings of the Director, SCERT Telangana, Rc.No.88/A/PEC/SCERT/TG/2026, dated 03.09.2026.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the SCERT Telangana proceedings. Participants must follow the original proceedings and any later instructions issued by SCERT Telangana or the concerned District Educational Officer.
