Submission Related Queries
How can I change the password for my Submission Portal?
The password for the submission portal is tied to your registered mobile number and will be the same as the number you have registered with. However, please note that the portal does not permit any changes to the password directly. Nonetheless, if ...
What can I do if I'm unable to log in to my account even after entering the correct password?
There can be various reasons for being unable to access your account despite entering the correct password. If you face such an issue, follow these steps: 1. Double check and confirm you are entering the correct password. This would have been sent to ...
What should I do if I receive a 403 error when trying to access the IWP portal using the provided link and password?
Receiving a 403 error might indicate a problem specific to your device or network. Here are a few steps you can try to troubleshoot: 1. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then attempt to access the link again. 2. Use a different browser to see ...
What to do if I can't open the link to submit my entry for the Indian Writing Project?
There could be multiple reasons for this and, in such cases, you can follow these steps: 1. Ensure that you are using the correct password that was sent to you via email. 2. Try opening the link in a different browser. 3. Try opening the link in ...
What does the text "no need to format or edit my entry" mean when I try to upload my submission for the India Writing Project?
When you're uploading your submission for the India Writing Project, the initial step is aimed at removing any hidden formatting elements that might come from prior text editors like Microsoft Word or LaTeX. This first step is a data-cleaning stage ...
How to submit your entry?
1. Go to your mailbox and locate the email with the subject 'Submit Your Masterpiece' It can land in promotions/spam or junk folder for other mail boxes like Yahoo/Rediffmail. Use the 'all mails' button in gmail to locate it if not visible ...
How to edit your details (Pre/Post Submission)
1. Click on ACCESS SUBMISSION PORTAL This can be found either in the email with the submission link or on your Whatsapp chat at https://wa.me/+917669991724 (Whatsapp is only available if opted in) Password is your phone number that you used while ...
Confirming your submision
1. After every successful submission, we send an email to the participant with two copies of their submission One copy is for the participant and the other is for the jury Locate the email in your promotions/spam/junk/all mails section 2. Confirm ...
Can participants get a refund of the program fee if they decide not to participate?
Unfortunately, we do not provide refunds of the program fee if you decide not to participate after registering. The program fee contributes to administrative costs associated with the program and is non-refundable. However, you can use your ...
Can participants submit works that are part of a larger story or body of work?
Yes, participants can certainly submit works that are part of a larger story or body of work. However, it's important that the submitted piece should be able to stand alone and make sense to the readers. It should have a clear beginning, middle, and ...
Will participants receive feedback on their submissions?
Yes, all participants of the India Writing Project will receive a feedback report from our esteemed panel of judges. This report will provide constructive feedback on your work, including its strengths and areas for improvement. Our aim is to ...
Are there any resources or guides available to help with writing?
While we do not provide any specific writing guides or resources, we believe that the most valuable resource is your own imagination and creativity. That said, there are numerous resources available online, including articles, blogs, webinars, and ...
If a participant loses their registration ID, how can they recover it?
If you happen to lose your registration ID, do not worry. You can easily recover it by reaching out to us through our Instagram chat bot or via the form on our website. Please provide your name and the email address you used to register, and we will ...
Are participants allowed to submit more than one entry?
Yes, participants are allowed to submit more than one entry. In fact, we have tailored our program fee structure to cater to this need. You can submit a single, double, or triple entry. Each additional entry requires an additional fee, as outlined on ...
Can participants edit or withdraw their submissions after they have been submitted?
Once a submission has been made to the India Writing Project, it cannot be edited or withdrawn. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you take the time to proofread, edit, and finalize your work before submitting it. Make sure you're completely ...
Where will participants receive updates on the program?
All updates related to the program, including submission receipt confirmations, judging status, and results, will be posted on your personal participant portal. This portal can be accessed at IWP.bio/your registration ID. We have designed this ...
What file formats are accepted for submissions?
In the India Writing Project, we do not require specific file formats for submissions. Our submission portal provides a space where you can either copy-paste your piece or type it in directly. This helps to maintain a uniform format for all ...
How can participants update their contact details or information?
Participants can update their contact details or information by using the form on our website or by reaching out to our Instagram chat bot. It is important to keep your contact information up-to-date as we will use this information to notify you ...
How can participants check the status of their submissions?
After registering and submitting your work, you can easily check the status of your submission. You can do this either through our chat bot on our Instagram account or by logging into your participant portal on our website at IWP.bio/your ...