Biodiversity Photo Contest 2026 by United Nations India [Top 5 Photos to be Featured; Open to All Ages]: Submit by Sep 30

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United Nations India is inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to submit photographs showcasing the natural beauty and biodiversity of India. The top five photographs will be featured on the organisation’s website and social-media platforms.

About United Nations India

The United Nations system in India works with the Government of India and other partners to advance sustainable development, inclusion, peace and the Sustainable Development Goals.

About the Contest

The Biodiversity Photo Contest, titled “Show Us Your India,” invites participants to capture their unique perspectives on India’s diverse natural world.

Photographs may feature subjects ranging from small creatures and plant life to wildlife, ecosystems and expansive natural landscapes. Entries captured using mobile phones and professional cameras are both welcome.

The contest highlights the importance of biodiversity in sustaining life and its connection with:

Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water
Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land

Theme

The theme of the photography contest is India’s natural beauty and biodiversity.

Participants should submit photographs presenting their personal perspective on the country’s landscapes, plants, animals, marine life or other forms of biodiversity.

Eligibility Criteria

The contest is open to participants of all ages.
Photographers of every skill and experience level may participate.
Photographs taken using mobile phones are accepted.
Photographs captured using professional cameras are also accepted.
The submitted photograph must showcase the natural beauty or biodiversity of India.

No geographical restriction on the participant’s place of residence has been mentioned.

Awards and Benefits

The top five selected photographs will be:

Published on the United Nations India website.
Featured on United Nations India social-media platforms.
Published with credit to the photographer.

No cash prize or participation certificate has been announced.

How to Submit?

Participants must email their photographs to unicinmultimedia@gmail.com.

The email should include:

The photograph
Photographer’s name
Date on which the photograph was taken
Place where the photograph was taken
A description of the photograph or a suitable caption

Submission Deadline

The last date to submit photographs is September 30, 2026.

No specific closing time has been mentioned.

Submission Guidelines

The photograph should showcase the natural beauty or biodiversity of India.
Photographs taken using either mobile phones or professional cameras are accepted.
The submission must include the photographer’s name.
Mention the date and location of the photograph.
Include a short description or caption explaining the image.
Entries must be sent by email before the submission deadline.
The organisers have not specified an image format, file-size limit or maximum number of entries.