HIM-QUEST to spot, support bright minds

In a major initiative to discover and support academic talent, Minerva Institute on Thursday announced the launch of its flagship talent hunt examination, HIM-QUEST 2025. The exam, scheduled for September 21, will be open to students of Classes X, XI and XII from across the state.

Bilaspur Deputy Commissioner Rahul Kumar attended the launch event as the chief guest. In his address, he praised the institute for organising such a meaningful platform for students to showcase their academic potential. “Everyone has the same 24 hours — some use three, others 15. In life, the tougher the exam you prepare for, the higher the risk of failure — but never fear it,” he told the students, urging them to set big goals and embrace challenges with courage. “Academic competition is rising while the opportunities are becoming limited. The key is to wake up, act and never give up.”

The HIM-QUEST exam, according to the institute, will reward high-performing students with scholarships and a range of exciting prizes. The topper from Class XII will be awarded a Scooty and a 100 per cent scholarship. For Class X and XI, the toppers will receive a MacBook Air along with full scholarships. The second and third rank holders in these classes will receive a laptop and 100 per cent scholarship.

Students securing 4th and 5th ranks will be awarded a tablet and 80 per cent scholarship, while those placed between 6th and 10th will receive a smartwatch and 80 per cent scholarship. Ranks 11 to 20 will be rewarded with a digital writing pad and 70 per cent scholarship and students ranking from 21st to 120th will receive a 60 per cent scholarship along with gift hampers.

In addition to state-level awards, district-level toppers will be recognised with cash prizes of Rs 5,100, Rs 3,100, Rs 2,100 and Rs 1,100.