Organizer: Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Yamunanagar, through its Department of English.
About the Competition
- Event: National Level Online Anecdote Writing Competition 2026.
- Organized by: Department of English, Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Yamunanagar
- Level: National
- Mode: Online
- Eligibility: Students of all colleges and universities
- Last Date for Registration: 25 October 2026
- Word Limit: 100–120 words
- Language: English
- Prizes/Recognition: E-Certificates for winners
Themes for Anecdote Writing
Participants can choose any one of the following themes for their original anecdote:
- Behind the Lecture Shield: A memorable encounter with an intimidating professor and the moment their advice changed your perspective.
- Technology Betrayed Me: A funny or embarrassing incident involving an accidental text, an unmuted microphone, or screen sharing.
- The Goodbye That Wasn’t: An unexpected farewell that changed how you value relationships.
- The Accidental Teacher: An unexpected life lesson learned from a child, an elderly stranger, or an animal.
- The Disappointment Pivot: A story about rejection or losing an opportunity and discovering a new direction.
- The Solo Navigator: An experience of getting lost or facing a challenge alone and finding a way forward.
Rules and Guidelines:
- Participants must follow the competition guidelines carefully:
- Entries must be 100% original, based on true or realistic personal experiences, and free from plagiarism.
- Generative AI tools are strictly prohibited.
- The anecdote must be written in English, using appropriate and clean language.
- Handwritten entries are not accepted. Submissions must be typed.
- Entries must be submitted as a PDF or a standard Word document (.doc/.docx).
- File names must follow the prescribed format:
Anecdote_YourName_Theme
How to Register for the Competition:
Interested students can register online using the official registration link below.
Apply Link
Last date to register: 25 October 2026.
For queries regarding the competition, participants can contact the organizing department at engdeptgnkc@gmail.com.
National Level Online Anecdote Writing Competition to encourage students to express their creativity, share meaningful experiences, and showcase their storytelling skills.
The competition invites students from colleges and universities across India to write short, original anecdotes based on real or realistic personal experiences.
Participants will have an opportunity to explore the power of storytelling, reflect on life lessons, and communicate their ideas through engaging narratives.
Organizing Team
The competition is organized under the guidance of:
Principal: Dr. Arvinder Singh Bhalla
Coordinator: Dr. Catherine Masih
Convenors: Dr. Ramandeep Mahal and Ms. Sakshi
Share Your Story, Inspire Others
Every meaningful experience has a story to tell. This competition provides students with an opportunity to transform everyday moments into powerful anecdotes filled with humour, reflection, learning, and inspiration.
Students from all colleges and universities are encouraged to participate, express themselves creatively, and share their unique perspectives through the art of storytelling.
Register today and let your story make a difference!