Farm Buggy
The Farm Buggy EVs will be a unique addition to farmers fleet—especially those with larger landholdings. A well-designed, affordable farm EV can transform mobility within farms, enabling smoother transport of goods, workers, and equipment while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
The “Farm Buggy - EV for Farm” design contest is a challenge to design a compact, rugged, and farmer-friendly electric vehicle. The EV should be ideal for daily use within farms—easy to charge, strong enough for rough tracks, and capable of carrying people and small loads efficiently.
Build India’s first purpose-driven EV for the fields.
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Who can participate?
Individuals or Teams can participate
(max 5 members)
Team members can come from any vocations
Registration fees Rs. 500/-
(Rs. 200 for registration
before 15th Jul)
Design Brief
Budget
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Total Project Cost: ₹ 100,000 (INR)
This includes cost of materials, fabrication, labor, and basic electrical/mechanical systems.
Mobility & Terrain
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Designed for rough, uneven farm tracks
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Must have sturdy suspension or wheel design
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High ground clearance preferred
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Simple steering and braking mechanism for semi-skilled users
Design Considerations
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Compact and light but structurally stable
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Weather-resistant frame (rust-proof or coated metal, reinforced composites)
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Modular body design for easy repair or upgrade
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Open cabin or semi-covered for sun/rain protection
Charging & Power
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Electric-powered preferred
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Must support easy, low-cost charging
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Optional compatibility with solar charging systems
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Battery type and backup should be clearly specified
Capacity & Dimensions
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Seating: For 2 to 4 persons. (flexible bench-style or modular seating)
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Cargo Area
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Compact utility tray or rear deck
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Must accommodate tools, fertilizers, crates of produce, or farm inputs
Costing Requirements
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Item-wise cost estimate for
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Materials
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Manpower/fabrication
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Electrical/mechanical systems
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Emphasis on local sourcing and DIY assembly potential is a plus
Deliverables
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2D/3D design sketches or CAD drawings
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Seating and cargo layout
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Mechanical & electrical system diagram
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Materials list and cost estimate
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Charging mechanism details
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Brief write-up on usage, durability, and farmer impact
Prizes
Champion
Rs. 50,000
Winners will get Cash prize plus display space (worth Rs. 1 lakh) at KISAN2025.
You will get a chance to present your idea to 2 lakh farmers across India.
Popular Award
Rs. 10,000 to Top 3
All the award winning entries will be displayed on screen during KISAN Exhibition.
1st Runner up
Rs. 30,000
Popular Award.
Winners will get Cash prize plus display space (worth Rs. 1 lakh) at KISAN2025.
You will get a chance to present your idea to 2 lakh farmers across India.
KISAN exhibition visitors will have a vote to choose
the 3 most popular designs.
2nd Runner up
Rs. 20,000
Online registration for
the contest begins
7
Jun
Schedule
15
Aug
Last date to
submit your designs
Announcement of
shortlisted entries
25
Aug
Video Submission for
Shortlisted entries
25 Aug
to
25 Sep
Jury interaction session
(Virtual)
1-7
Sep
Online Voting for Popular Choice designs will be active
1-30
Nov
Winner’s
announcement
10
Sep
Winners display at
KISAN 2025 and Prize distribution
10-14
Dec
Terms and conditions
1. Eligibility:
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The contest is open to all. (Individual or team)
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Each individual or team can submit only one design.
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All entries must be original and not copied or commercially sold elsewhere.
2. Submission Requirements:
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Design Sketches:
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Top view, side view, functional components
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Concept Document:
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Design overview and target use-case
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Seating and cargo layout
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Charging mechanism and expected range
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Materials, structure, and cost estimates
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Terrain adaptability and durability considerations
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Optional: Prototype photos or mock-up with model.
3. Video Submission
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Shortlisted entries (to be announced on 25th August) must submit a 90-second video presentation explaining
their design. The video should be in MP4 format with a 16:9 aspect ratio, 24 frames per second. -
Language for the video should be Marathi or English (Marathi subtitles in case of English audio and vice versa)
4. Judging Criteria:
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Innovation & Creativity – How original and forward-thinking is the design?
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Energy Efficiency – How effectively does the home generate and use energy?
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Sustainability – How eco-friendly are the materials and processes used?
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Smart Integration – How well does the home incorporate automation and AI?
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Presentation – Clarity and detail of the submission.
5. Open Access through Creative Comments:
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All designs submitted as part of the KISAN Design Quest will be made available under a Creative Comments license, allowing them to be freely shared, adapted, and used by the farming community.
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This approach ensures that your ideas can create real impact on the ground — helping farmers, makers, and innovators build upon them — while credit is always given to the original creators.
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By participating, you agree to share your design under this license, contributing to an open-source movement for rural innovation.
6. General Terms:
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The organisers reserves the right to modify or cancel the contest at any time.
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Any form of plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
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The judges’ decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
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By participating, contestants agree to these terms and conditions.
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