- The essay must be in the English language and the theme will be 'The Relevance of Sir Syed in the New Millenium'.
 - The essay should be submitted on A4 size paper, typed in double space on one side and should contain around 3000 (three thousand) words.
 - The Soft copy of the essay along with two passport size photographs of the participant is essentially required. The handwritten essay will not be considered for the competition.
 - The essay must be original and not published in any book, magazine, newspaper and online.
 
Award details-
- There are three cash prizes namely, First Prize of INR 25,000, Second of INR 15,000 and Third of INR 10,000.
 - State level toppers of the competition will be given a sum of INR 5,000 as consolation prize. Note- The participants’ state will be determined on the basis of his/her institution’s address.
 - The first, second and third prize winners will be given both ways AC-II class railway fare along with boarding and lodging facility at the University with one relative (Father/Mother/Brother/Sister).
 - Prize money and certificates for the State Toppers will be sent to the winners by post.
 - The prizes shall be presented on the occasion of Sir Syed Day celebration on October 17, 2017, by the Chief Guest.
 - The decision of the University with regard to the prizes will be final.
 


