The National Inter School Cryptic Crossword contest 2025 (CCCC 13.0) will unfold in multiple stages between July and November 2025
Stage I: Online Rounds
Two students from Classes VII to XII from the same school can team up, regardless of their class levels.
• Practice Round (non-scoring): July 27, 2025
• Round 1: August 03, 2025
• Round 2: August 10, 2025
• Round 3: August 17, 2025
Stage II: Face-to-Face Online/Offline Regional Rounds
Shortlisted teams will compete in face-to-face rounds, either online or at select offline locations, depending on logistical and local considerations.
Stage III: National Grand Finale
The best-performing teams from Stage II will battle it out in a thrilling offline National Grand Finale in New Delhi. Dates for Stages II and III will be announced later.
Who Can Participate?: Students from Classes VII to XII enrolled in any school affiliated with a recognized board in India.
Prizes and Recognition: Top-performing teams will win exciting prizes, and certificates will be awarded to all participants, acknowledging their intellectual effort and competitive spirit.