Harshvardhan Mishra
Complete Guide: Vision, Expectations, Technical Rules, Evaluation & Rewards
The Logo Design Contest for PM Surya Ghar – Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) is a nationwide creative initiative aimed at building a powerful and lasting visual identity for one of India’s most ambitious renewable energy missions. Organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in collaboration with MyGov, the contest invites Indian citizens to contribute creatively to India’s clean energy journey.
About the Logo Design Contest
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in collaboration with MyGov invites creative individuals to design a logo that embodies the vision, purpose and impact of PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY).
India is at the forefront of the global clean energy transition, driven by ambitious climate commitments and visionary government policies. With abundant solar resources and a strong domestic manufacturing ecosystem, the country is rapidly advancing toward a sustainable and self-reliant energy future.
The logo designed through this contest will become the official visual symbol of this transformative scheme, appearing across digital platforms, official documents, social media campaigns, and printed communication.
Background: PM Surya Ghar – Muft Bijli Yojana (Context for Designers)
The PM Surya Ghar – Muft Bijli Yojana was launched on 13 February 2024 with a bold target:
- Rooftop solar installations in 1 crore households by 2026–27
- Subsidy support up to ₹78,000 per system
- Total financial outlay of ₹75,021 crore
The scheme is supported by:
- A dedicated digital portal (www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in)
- User-friendly online application and subsidy disbursal
- Low-interest loans to ease upfront installation costs
Aligned with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision, the program is expected to generate domestic demand for nearly 30 GW of solar cells and modules, strengthening India’s renewable manufacturing ecosystem.
The logo must visually communicate this scale, ambition, and citizen-centric impact.
Expectation from the Logo Design
Participants are expected to design a logo that clearly and creatively reflects the spirit of the scheme.
1. Essence of the Scheme
The logo should:
- Reflect rooftop solar adoption for households
- Communicate clean energy access and affordability
- Represent India’s commitment to sustainable, citizen-centric energy solutions
2. Simplicity, Clarity & Modernity
The design must:
- Be simple, modern, and easy to recognise
- Remain scalable across digital and print mediums
- Clearly communicate the transformative role of solar energy in everyday household life
3. Empowerment & Self-Reliance
The logo should visually convey:
- Empowerment of households
- Savings and energy independence
- The vision of a clean, self-reliant energy future for India
Technical Parameters for Logo Submission
All submissions must strictly adhere to the following technical guidelines:
- Accepted formats: JPEG, PNG, or PDF only
- All fonts must be converted to outlines/curves
- Minimum resolution: 300 DPI
- Logo size: 15 cm × 20 cm
- The file must appear clean and sharp at 100% magnification
- The logo must be designed on a digital platform
- The winner must submit the final logo in an editable, open file format
- The design must be suitable for:
- Websites and social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
- Black & white press releases
- Stationery and signage
- No watermark or imprint of the participant is allowed
- The logo must be submitted in colour
Failure to comply with these parameters can lead to disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
All entries will be evaluated by an internal committee constituted by MNRE.
Assessment Parameters:
- Creativity and originality
- Composition and visual balance
- Technical excellence
- Artistic merit
- Visual impact
- Relevance to the objectives and messaging of PMSG: MBY
Important Notes:
- The decision of the committee is final and binding
- No individual correspondence or clarification requests will be entertained
- Disqualified entries will not be used by PMSG: MBY and MNRE will have no intellectual rights over them
- Any legal proceedings related to the contest fall under Delhi jurisdiction only
Mandatory Written Explanation with Each Entry
Each logo submission must include a brief written explanation, covering:
- Description of the logo concept
- How it encapsulates the essence of PM Surya Ghar – Muft Bijli Yojana
- A note on the design process from concept to completion
Participants must also provide a short design evolution note, which may include:
- Colour palette selection
- Storyboarding ideas
- Intermediate drafts
- Graphical iterations
This explanation helps evaluators understand the creative thought process behind the final design.
Gratification and Rewards
🏆 Winner (01)
- Cash Prize: ₹1,50,000
- Certificate of Recognition issued by the Mission Director, PMSG
- Reimbursement of round-trip domestic economy airfare to New Delhi
🥈 Consolation Awards (10)
- ₹10,000 each to ten selected participants
Key Terms and Conditions (Summary)
- Open to all Indian citizens
- Only one entry per participant
- Submission must be made online via www.mygov.in
- Deadline: 15 February 2026, before 23:59 hrs
- MyGov profile details must be accurate and updated
- Logo must be original and comply with the Indian Copyright Act, 1957
- Winning logo becomes the intellectual property of MNRE
- MNRE reserves the right to modify or cancel the contest
- Winners will be announced on https://blog.mygov.in/
- All disputes are subject to Delhi jurisdiction
- Participation implies full acceptance of all terms and conditions
For detailed legal clauses, participants are advised to read the official Terms and Conditions PDF available on MyGov.
Contact Information
For any queries related to the contest:
📧 cap-pmsg@gov.in
Conclusion
The Logo Design Contest for PM Surya Ghar – Muft Bijli Yojana is more than a creative competition—it is an opportunity to shape the visual identity of a national clean energy mission. The selected logo will symbolise solar empowerment, affordability, sustainability, and Atmanirbhar Bharat, representing millions of Indian households transitioning to clean energy.
For designers, artists, and creative thinkers, this contest offers a rare chance to leave a lasting national imprint through design.
