Welcome to IESL- JIY 2024

Innovate, Create, Inspire !

About IESL JIY

The ‘Junior Inventor of the Year’ (JIY) competition is a monumental effort brought to life by the Institution of Engineering Sri Lanka (IESL) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education Sri Lanka. The competition intends to inspire the innovative young generation of Sri Lanka by pioneering the platform to bring out their creativity, inventiveness, and ingenuity. Intending to empower young minds, the competition allows students to present innovations of their own and offers recognition they truly deserve. Being a locally and globally recognized platform the Junior Inventor of the Year competition is the best way to pave the path for the creative young community in Sri Lanka. The youth between the age of 12-19 years are invited to unleash their inner potential through the JIY competition organized for the 42nd consecutive year in 2024.

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Organized by IESL and IESL JIY

Functional Arms

IESL Provincial Chapters
IESL District Centres
IESL Engineering Sectional Committees
IESL University Chapters
IESL Overseas Chapters

Vision

To inspire a generation of young innovators, the Junior Inventor of the Year (JIY) Competition envisions a world where creativity knows no bounds. We strive to foster a culture of relentless curiosity, where every young mind is empowered to explore, invent, and create solutions that shape a brighter future for our community.

Mission

The mission of the Junior Inventor of the Year (JIY) Competition is to cultivate the spirit of innovation and ingenuity among young minds aged 12 to 19. Through a platform that encourages hands-on exploration and problem-solving, we aim to provide students with the tools, mentorship, and recognition needed to transform their imaginative ideas into tangible inventions. By promoting STEM education and nurturing a passion for innovation, JIY is committed to unlocking the boundless potential within each participant and contributing to a world enriched by their groundbreaking contributions.

The Competition

Pioneered by the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) in 1980, the Junior Inventor of the Year (JIY) Competition stands as a beacon, illuminating the path of innovation and creativity for school children across Sri Lanka. Aimed at nurturing the inventive spirit of individuals aged 12 to 19, this competition has become a cornerstone in fostering a culture of ingenuity within the younger generation.

Competitors who are selected through preliminary competitions move forward to the final competition held in August, where their inventions undergo further evaluation. The JIY finalists, carrying the torch of innovation, are then facilitated to display their inventions at the JIY Stall during the annual flagship event of the IESL—the Techno Exhibition in October 2024.

Beyond the competition, JIY leaves an indelible mark on the participants, fostering a spirit of curiosity, problem-solving, and inventive thinking. By providing a platform for young inventors to shine, JIY contributes to the development of a new generation of thinkers and problem solvers who will shape the future.
In 2024, the JIY Competition continues its legacy, offering a journey that transcends competition boundaries to become a transformative experience for participants and a celebration of innovation for the nation.

Join us in this remarkable journey of exploration, creation, and inspiration. Together, let us pave the way for a future where every idea has the power to change the world.

The climax of the competition where the top 20 inventors present their groundbreaking ideas. Witness the future of innovation unfold.

Competition Finalists List

We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the Junior Inventor of the Year (JIY) 2024 Competition! These young inventors have shown remarkable creativity, ingenuity, and problem-solving skills in their innovative projects. The finalists will showcase their inventions at the Techno 2024 Exhibition held from 11th to 13th October 2024 at BMICH, Colombo.

Below is the list of finalists. We wish them the best of luck in the final round and look forward to seeing their inspiring projects in action!

J.M Kaveesha Anuhas

M.S.G.C Vidyashekhara

H.V.Sahiru Dineepa

H.A.D.D. Gunarathna

G.H.T Sanuga Damsath

W.H.C.T Jayakody

E. G. A. B. Wickramasinghe

P.S.S.De Silva

S.B.Gunawardana

P.K.M.M.PREMADASA

M. Kaiyosh