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🎉 Top 50 Submissions Announcement 🎉

Final winners will be declared in April 2025. Stay Tuned!

Top 25 in General Track

Name Comic Link
Aastha Bariyar Read Comic
Ali Msahé Read Comic
Alok Kumar Narendra Read Comic
Asawari Shiposkar Read Comic
Bhavesh Ahire Read Comic
Dheeraj Kumar Read Comic
Eugene Hollander Read Comic
Indranil Chatterjee Read Comic
Kunal Jethwani Read Comic
Laiju Khan Read Comic
Naman Dave Read Comic
Nikesh Murali Read Comic
Pravin Dhayfule Read Comic
Rafaella Nobre Read Comic
Rafal Szymanski Read Comic
Ritesh Durbarry Read Comic
Sheetal Shinde Read Comic
Shravan Kumar Nayakoti Read Comic
Neek Read Comic
Sophiea J Read Comic
Sreeram Hanumanth Read Comic
Sumangala Jain B S Read Comic
Tiju Joseph Read Comic
Valerio Pistelli Read Comic
Varun Yadav Read Comic

Top 25 in Student Track

Name Comic Link
Aarez Ali Read Comic
Aayush Rana Read Comic
Aditya Deb Nath Read Comic
Aishik Pal Read Comic
Akash Dubey Read Comic
Akhilesh Mehra Read Comic
Ankit Ghosh Read Comic
Arka Mukhopadhyay Read Comic
Atharva Manser Read Comic
Harsh Preet Singh Read Comic
Harshit Singh Read Comic
Harshitha Yetukuri Read Comic
Jayshirshya Basu Read Comic
Kaivalya Roy Read Comic
Kavish Prajapat Read Comic
Ketan Singh Read Comic
Lalita Kushwah Read Comic
Madhurima Govindarajulu Read Comic
Omansh Shukla Read Comic
Patel Dev Read Comic
Rajni Read Comic
Sonal Kumari Read Comic
Srinjoy Pramanik Read Comic
Uday Rana Read Comic
Yash Biyani Read Comic

Rewards and Prizes

General Track

  • 🥇 1st place: ₹ 1,00,000
  • 🥈 2nd place: ₹ 50,000
  • 🥉 3rd place: ₹ 25,000

Student Track

  • 🥇 1st place: ₹ 75,000
  • 🥈 2nd place: ₹ 30,000
  • 🥉 3rd place: ₹ 20,000
  • Top 3 Winners get to present their comics at the WAVES Summit.
  • Top 10 participants get a Goodie bag sponsored by Google Play & Dashtoon and a certificate of excellence and recognition by IAMAI and Dashtoon.
  • All participants get a certificate of participation upon valid entry.

Competition Timeline

Guidelines & Eligibility Criteria

Guidelines

  • There will be 2 tracks for this contest:
    • - General (Open to all)
    • - Student (For full-time students studying in any recognised institution)
  • There is no limit on the length of the comic, however, valid submissions must contain at least 60 panels (One image or scene is counted as one panel)
  • Participants can create a comic on any topic of their choice.
  • The comic should follow our content guidelines.
  • Check out the complete list of guidelines here.

Eligibility Criteria

  • This challenge is open to nominations from individuals of all countries and nationalities.
  • Students, Amateurs, and Professionals can all apply.
  • Applications can be submitted as both Individuals, Teams, or as part of a company
  • Participants must self-certify their eligibility and provide accurate information. Wrong information may lead to disqualification.
  • Dashtoon, Google Play, and IAMAI employees are not eligible to participate.

Evaluation Criteria

The submissions will be evaluated by an expert panel of judges from the comic industry and Dashtoon. All submissions will be judged on:

  • Storytelling and Creativity
    • Entries will be assessed on the originality of their plot and concept, ensuring they present fresh and unique ideas.The storyline should be engaging, with well-paced progression that captivates readers.Creativity in the use of themes and ideas is essential, showcasing innovative approaches to storytelling.
  • Artistic Quality
    • The overall visual appeal and consistency of the art style will be key factors in evaluation.Entries should demonstrate an effective use of color to enhance the narrative, set the mood, and amplify the storytelling experience.
  • Panel Layout and Composition
    • Clarity and effectiveness in panel sequencing are crucial for seamless storytelling.Entries should feature innovative and dynamic layouts that enrich the narrative.The flow of action and dialogue between panels should be smooth and intuitive to maintain reader engagement.
  • Emotional Impact
    • Comics will be judged on their ability to evoke emotions such as humor, tension, or romance. Entries should include memorable moments that leave a lasting impression on readers and heighten the overall impact of the story.
  • Speech and Dialogue
    • Natural and effective dialogue is an important criterion, ensuring conversations feel authentic and relatable.The use of text should complement the visuals, providing support to the narrative without detracting from the artwork.