FruitCart Design Contest
Selling fresh produce directly from the farm or roadside is a key source of income for many Indian farmers and small vendors. However, most current carts are outdated, heavy, and offer little protection from weather.
The main objective of "FruitCart Design Contest" is to create a smart, foldable, mobile fruit cart tailored to the needs of small-scale sellers. Whether used on the roadside or just outside the farm gate, the cart should combine functionality, visibility, comfort, and ease of use.
It’s time to reimagine the humble fruit cart into a modern, farmer-friendly selling solution.
Schedule
7 May
Online registration for the contest begins
7 Jul
Last date to submit your designs
1-7 Aug
Jury interaction session (Virtual)
10 Aug
Winner’s announcement
15-16 Aug
Top 5 will participate in Design Exhibition at Pune
10-14 Dec
Winners display at KISAN2025 and Prize distribution
Contest Process & Guidelines
Registration:
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All participants must register via the official portal only
Submission:
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Submit the full design in required formats by 7th July 2025.
Cart Should Aim to Include Features Like:
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Foldable design for easy transport and storage
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Weather protection (sunshade, rain cover)
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Wheels for easy movement
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Display trays or compartments for different fruits or vegetables
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Cost-effective, durable, and field-ready design
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Optional: Speaker for price announcements, solar charging, lighting, QR code payment holder
Finalist Selection:
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Top designs will be shortlisted for further evaluation or interview round
Winner Announcement:
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Winners will be announced on 10th Aug 2025 through the official portal
Prizes
Winner
Rs.50,000​
1st Runner up
Rs.30,000​
2nd Runner up
Rs.20,000​
Popular Award
Rs. 10,000 to Top 3
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.
Top 10 Teams will get an opportunity to present their design in the form of max
90 second video on KISAN website. KISAN exhibition visitors will have a vote to
choose the popular design.
Top 3 + Award winning 3 entries will be displayed on TV at KISAN Exhibition.
Prizes
Winner
Rs.50,000​
1st Runner up
Rs.30,000​
2nd Runner up
Rs.20,000​
Winners will get Cash prize plus display space (worth Rs. 1 lakh) at KISAN2025.
You get chance to present your idea to 2 lakh farmers across India.
Popular Award
Rs. 10,000 to Top 3
Popular Award
Top 10 Teams will get an opportunity to present their design in the form of max 90 second video on KISAN website.
KISAN exhibition visitors will have a vote to choose the popular design.
Top 3 + Award winning 3 entries will be displayed
on LED screen at KISAN Exhibition.
Terms and conditions
1. Eligibility:
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Open to All (individuals as well as teams)
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Each individual or team can submit only one design
2. Submission Requirements:
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Design Sketches and PDF Files (Front, Side, Folded View)
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Concept Note:
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Overview of features and intended use
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Materials, cost estimation, and user benefit
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Description of how it works (folds & moves)
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Any additional innovations
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Optional: Images of physical prototype or mock-up
3. Intellectual Property:
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Designers retain rights to their work
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Organizers may use winning designs for showcase, pilot testing, or promotional purposes
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If selected for development, further agreements may be discussed separately
4. Selection Criteria:
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Functionality & Practicality - Designed for ease of use, display, and storage
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Mobility & Foldability - Can it be easily moved and folded by one person?
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User Comfort & Protection - Weather protection, ease of setup
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Affordability & Scalability - Can be made and used at scale by low-income users
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Innovation - Add-ons like solar charging, speaker, lighting, etc.
5. General Terms:
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By entering, participants agree to abide by these terms.
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Any submission found to be plagiarized or violating intellectual property rights will be disqualified.
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The organizers reserve the right to modify or cancel the contest if necessary.
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Judges' decisions are final and not subject to appeal