Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has announced a new quiz competition Punjab Da Crorepati where eligible young people can win ₹1 crore grand prize. The aim of the contest is to make young people learn about history, culture, language and heritage of Punjab as well as test their knowledge on different subjects.
The competition is open to people aged 15–30 years and will consist of 11 rounds. The first nine rounds will be online, the last two offline.
The announcement was made on 14 November 2026 and registration will begin on 15 November.
Who Can Participate in Punjab Da Crorepati?
The competition has been divided into two age categories:
- School group: 15-18 years old.
- Youth Group: Participants over 18 and up to 30 years old.
As per the eligibility conditions announced by the government Punjab residents can apply but eligible students from other states studying in educational institutions in Punjab (rules and document verification to be done by official) may also apply.
The competition will cover all 23 districts of Punjab so eligible participants from different parts of the state can participate in it.
Punjab Da Crorepati Registration Dates
Interested candidates can register through the official competition portal. The registration schedule is as follows:
- Registration begins: November 15, 2026
- Last date to register: November 28, 2026
- District-level competition: December 9, 2026
- Grand finale: December 17, 2026
Applicants should check the official portal for registration instructions, eligibility requirements and documents required for verification.
What Subjects Will Be Covered in the Quiz?
The competition will test participants on subjects of their choice (Punjab is special) but also on Punjab itself.
The main topics include:
- Punjab's history and important historical personalities
- Punjabi language and literature
- Punjab's culture, traditions and heritage
- Geography and important locations
- General knowledge and current affairs
- Mathematics and logical understanding
- Government schemes and public welfare initiatives
- Topics related to competitive examinations, including Punjab Civil Services
The question bank will contain about 50,000 questions. Participants can answer the questions in Punjabi and English.
How Will the 11 Rounds Be Conducted?
Punjab Da Crorepati will have 11 rounds total. The first nine rounds will be online and based on performance contestants move through different stages of the game.
The competition will then move offline (district level and state level contests).
The district level competition will be held on December 9. Top 10 participants from each of Punjab’s 23 districts will qualify (making the total number of participants at this stage 230).
The district winners then compete at the state level. The grand finale is on December 17, 2026.
Punjab Da Crorepati Prize Money: How much can winners win?
The competition pays cash at several stages (not just the overall winner).
According to the announced prize structure:
- 5,000 participants in the fifth round will get ₹1,000 each.
- 2500 people in the sixth round will get ₹2000 each.
- 1250 participants in the seventh round will get ₹3000 each.
- 625 participants in the eighth round will get ₹5,000 each.
- 395 participants in the ninth round will get ₹10,000 each.
There will be other prizes at the end:
- 10 participants will receive ₹3 lakh each.
- 8 participants will receive ₹5 lakh each.
- 4 participants will receive ₹10 lakh each.
- The overall winner will receive ₹1 crore.
The prize structure gives participants an opportunity to receive rewards at different stages according to their performance and qualification.
Why has the Punjab government introduced this competition?
The initiative seeks to give young people a better understanding of Punjab’s history, language, culture and identity.
It also aims to make learning more fun through a competitive format. Questions on mathematics, general knowledge and government examinations may help participants increase awareness of subjects useful for further studies and competitive exams.
Through participation of participants from all 23 districts the government also wants young people to have a platform to showcase their knowledge and compete at state level.
What Should Applicants Remember?
Young people who wish to take part should check the age criteria and other eligibility conditions before registering; complete the application form within the announced registration period and follow the official instructions for document verification.
The competition’s official portal should be the first place to go for registration information, updated schedules and participation rules.
Punjab Da Crorepati has a ₹1 crore grand prize and additional rewards at different stages so eligible students and young people are sure to be interested in it.
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