Infosys Foundation Launches Fourth Edition Of Aarohan Social Innovation Awards

Continuing its commitment to fostering social innovation in India, Infosys Foundation is inviting innovators and social entrepreneurs from across the country to participate in the awards. The awards aim to recognize and reward individuals, teams, NGOs, and social enterprises developing unique technology-based solutions that have the potential to create a significant impact on the underprivileged communities across India, at scale.

The foundation commits up to Rs.50 lakh per winner, with a total award purse of Rs.2 crore. “At Infosys Foundation, we believe in the power of innovation to address real-world challenges and uplift communities. Through the Aarohan Social Innovation Awards, we are committed to identifying and supporting changemakers who are driving impactful solutions in education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. We encourage social innovators from across India to step forward, share their ideas, and make a tangible difference. With this fourth edition, we aim to further our purpose of amplifying human potential to create the next opportunity for everyone,” said Sumit Virmani, Trustee, Infosys Foundation.

The awards will accept submissions across three categories: Education, Healthcare and Environmental Sustainability. The submissions for the fourth edition of the will commence on April 24, 2025, and conclude on June 15, 2025.

Entries are open for all Indian citizens aged 18 years and above who are residing in the country. Participants can submit entries describing their work in the form of videos that can be uploaded on the awards website.

The entries must be of a fully functioning prototype or finished project and not just a concept, idea, or mockup. A panel of distinguished judges will evaluate the shortlisted participants to determine the final winners. The final winners will be evaluated on the following criteria: Real Problems: Addressing genuine social challenges with practical solutions

Sharp Solutions: Innovations that are effective, scalable, and sustainable

Committed Founders: Passionate innovators dedicated to driving meaningful change