That’s a wrap on Mettle Meet 2026. From fierce battles to brilliant answers, journey ends with champions crowned. Thank you for being part of it.
Dharitri and OrissaPOST Editor Tathagata Satpathy and CEO Adyasha Satpathy felicitated Ajay Poonia with a memento
Congratulations to IIT Kharagpur on winning Mettle Meet 2026 title, while IIT Guwahati finished as first runner-up and NLUO, Cuttack as second runner-up.
Mettle Meet 2026 quiz battle concludes
IIT Kharagpur retains lead after round 4
Round 3 ends with IIT Kharagpur still on top
From serious focus to hilarious reactions, Mettle Meet 2026 audience had it all
IIT Kharagpur tops leaderboard after round 2
OUTR and IIT Kharagpur level after round 1
Senior quizzing begins
Ajay Poonia calls senior category finalists to stage
Quizmaster Ajay Poonia returns to stage for senior category quiz
Daily quiz winners honoured at Mettle Meet 2026
Top three teams in junior category pose with OrissaPOST and Dharitri Editor Tathagata Satpathy and CEO Adyasha Satpathy holding their trophies and prize cheques.
KIIT International School, Bhubaneswar, emerges as second runner-up in the Mettle Meet 2026 junior category
Mother’s Public School named first runner-up in Mettle Meet 2026 junior category
DAV Unit-8, Bhubaneswar win Mettle Meet 2026 junior title
Junior category battle over; all eyes on the results
Spot on! that’s right answer
Mother’s Public School takes the lead at end of Round 4
Eyes fixed on stage as the audience watches junior finals in suspense
Quizmaster Ajay Poonia briefs finalists on the rules, scoring and question format
All eight junior category finalists take the stage as battle of minds begins
Quizmaster Ajay Poonia felicitated by Editor and CEO
Adyasha Satpathy, CEO of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said it was encouraging to see packed venue, reflecting the growing popularity of quizzing among students, parents and enthusiasts across Odisha. She noted that Mettle Meet has completed a decade and is now entering its second decade.
Recalling the event’s origins, she said Mettle Meet was launched in 2016 when quizzing culture appeared to be losing momentum. The initiative was started to encourage intellectual curiosity and provide a platform for young minds to challenge themselves through quizzing. Expressing delight at the event’s growth over the years, she said the organisers are looking to expand participation from outside Odisha and increase the number of slots in future editions.
Addressing the gathering, Tathagata Satpathy, Editor of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said the continued encouragement and support of readers have been the driving force behind the growth of OrissaPOST. He noted that the newspaper has carved out a distinct identity for itself and credited CEO Adyasha Satpathy and the entire team for its success. Speaking about the participants, he described quizzers as some of the brightest minds in society, saying they contribute not only through their knowledge but also through their ideas, curiosity and commitment to progress. He said the competition reflects the intellectual potential of young people and their role in shaping a better future.
Congratulating the finalists, Satpathy praised their achievement in reaching the final stage of the competition and wished them success in the battle ahead.
Registrations begin for Daily Quiz winners at Swosti Premium on Day 2 of OrissaPOST Mettle Meet 2026.
Day 1 of the much-awaited Mettle Meet 2026 concluded with an intense battle of minds as the Junior and Senior category prelims wrapped up at Swosti Premium, Bhubaneswar. After a day of fierce competition, the stage is now set for grand finals of both categories, scheduled to be held Sunday.
Top eight teams secure spots in senior finals
Spotlight now shifts to the senior category
Senior prelims round begins
Tathagata Satpathy, Editor of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said Mettle Meet’s decade-long journey has brought the competition to its present stature. He credited CEO Adyasha Satpathy and Quizmaster Ajay Poonia for their contributions in shaping the event into one of the region’s premier quizzing platforms. Encouraging students to enjoy the process of quizzing and learning, he said that the experience gained through Mettle Meet would extend beyond competition and offer valuable life lessons.
Adyasha Satpathy, CEO of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said Mettle Meet was launched in 2016 at a time when quizzing culture appeared to be fading. She expressed pride in seeing the competition grow over the years and in keeping the spirit of quizzing alive. Encouraging participants to enjoy the journey of learning and competition, she congratulated the finalists and extended her best wishes to those who narrowly missed out, urging them to continue pursuing their passion for quizzing.
Eight teams advance to the junior finals
Ocsyde takes the stage, igniting the venue with a high-energy performance as quizzers cheer on
Senior registrations underway as contenders prepare to prove their mettle
Junior prelims round concludes after an intense battle of minds and quick thinking
Heads together and minds racing as teams hunt for right answer
Quizmaster Ajay Poonia takes center stage, ready to put the brightest minds to test
Adyasha Satpathy, CEO of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said this year marks a decade of OrissaPOST Mettle Meet, which began in 2016. “Over the past decade, Mettle Meet has made a significant mark in the world of quizzing. The spirit of quizzing continues to thrive, and we are proud to see this journey grow from strength to strength. Even in today’s technology-driven world, print will continue to survive and evolve with the help of technology. The same spirit of adaptation and innovation is reflected in Mettle Meet. May the best team win, but most importantly, enjoy the quiz. Winning is secondary; real joy lies in learning, participating and celebrating the spirit of quizzing.”
Tathagata Satpathy, Editor of OrissaPOST and Dharitri, said quizzing is an art through which one discovers oneself and that the prize is secondary. He added that after India’s youth recently demonstrated the power of non-violence and ahimsa, it is now Gen Z’s turn to showcase its intelligence, curiosity and sharp thinking through quizzing and use these qualities to succeed in life
Every seat is taken, every eye is on the stage. The energy inside Mettle Meet 2026 says it all. The challenge is about to begin.
Quiz Master Ajay Poonia arrives at the Mettle Meet venue
Registrations underway for junior category as bright young minds gear up for first battle of Orissa POST Mettle Meet
Stage is set. The brightest young minds are ready. OrissaPOST Mettle Meet is all set to kick off in Bhubaneswar, where knowledge meets competition and every answer counts.
The Grand Finale of Orissa POST Mettle Meet 2026, one of eastern India’s premier quizzing events, is being held Sunday at Hotel Swosti Premium in Bhubaneswar. 16 teams, eight each in the junior and senior categories from Odisha and beyond, have qualified for finals.
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