TCS InQuizitive 2024 Crowns Class 9 Student from Kerala, Aditya KB, as National Champion for the Second Consecutive Year

The 2024 edition of TCS’ flagship interschool quiz witnessed over 10,000 participants from more than 700 schools across India
TCS InQuizitive was held for high school students across 12 cities, with the aim to enhance intellectual curiosity and technology skills of the country’s brightest minds

MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 30, 2024: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, announced the winners of TCS InQuizitive 2024, its flagship interschool quiz competition. Aditya KB from Vijayagiri Public School from Thrissur, Kerala took home the National Championship title for the second year in a row. Divyajyoti Senapati from DAV Public School, Bhubaneswar, Odisha secured the first runner-up position, while Aryan Ghosh, from A.M.M School, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, emerged as the second runner-up.

TCS InQuizitive 2024 drew over 10,000 participants from more than 700 schools across India, engaging young minds from classes 8 to 12. The quiz aimed to foster intellectual curiosity and promote awareness in fields such as information technology, science, sports, engineering, and art. The national finals of the competition, hosted by Quizmaster Pickbrain aka Giri Balasubramaniam, concluded with an engaging contest among the top eight finalists, all aiming for the National Champion title.

Samir Seksaria, Chief Financial Officer, TCS, said, “I am amazed by the talent showcased at TCS InQuizitive this year. These young minds from classes 8–12 displayed extraordinary depth of knowledge, confidence, and curiosity, inspiring us all to keep learning and adapting. Their quick thinking and grasp of complex topics are truly motivating. It gives us a glimpse into the brilliant future ahead and the incredible talent present in India. Congratulations to all the winners and participants.”

In 2024, TCS InQuizitive elevated its impact by hosting in-person events across 12 cities: Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Indore, Chennai, Nagpur, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Kochi. bringing the excitement and energy of live quizzing back to participants and audiences alike.

The national champion and runners-up were awarded trophies in recognition of their exemplary performances. The top eight finalists, including the winners, also received gift vouchers. This initiative exemplifies TCS' dedication to nurturing young talent and empowering the next generation by fostering intellectual curiosity and providing a platform to showcase knowledge and creativity. Through InQuizitive, TCS continues to inspire students to explore and develop their potential. Over the years, TCS InQuizitive has become a national benchmark in the inter-school quizzing circuit, recognized for its depth of research, intense competition, and broad participation. The quiz has garnered immense support from students, educators, parents, and institutions, becoming a key event in school calendars across the country. 

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