Evaluating project viability in a transitioning energy economy

Step into the role of a decision-maker evaluating a major energy investment. This case focuses on forecasting financials, analyzing project feasibility, and understanding how investment and funding decisions shape long-term value in a rapidly changing energy sector. Each participant will receive case synopsis before selection to make an informed choice.

Evaluating a merger for growth: Value, Synergy, and Strategic Fit

Explore the strategic and financial aspects of a potential merger. This case involves evaluating business valuation, determining a fair acquisition structure, analyzing the impact on earnings, and recommending strategies for post-merger growth and diversification. Each participant will receive case synopsis before selection to make an informed choice.

Q1. What is the EY Case Study Challenge – Season 3?

The EY Case Study Challenge – Season 3 is a national-level competition where students analyze real-world business scenarios and craft innovative financial strategies. This season focuses on Strategic Finance, helping participants understand how businesses make key decisions to drive growth and value creation.

Q2. Who can participate in the competition?

Any student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program — from any field of study — can participate. The challenge welcomes participants from management, commerce, engineering, economics, and other disciplines.

Q3. Is the competition individual or team-based?

The competition is individual-only. Each participant must register and submit their case solution independently.

Q4. How can I register for the challenge?

You can register online through the official registration link https://rzp.io/rzp/xJdkNMw0 Registrations open from 12 December to 12 January 2026

Q5. Is there a registration fee?

Yes, the registration fee is INR2,000 + GST per participant.

Q6. Can I participate if I am not from a finance background?

Absolutely. The challenge is open to students from all academic backgrounds. All registered participants will receive EY-curated pre-reads and attend live sessions with EY experts on key strategic finance concepts, frameworks, and practical applications before they solve the case.

Q7. What is the diagnostic assessment and why is it mandatory?

The diagnostic assessment is a short quiz designed to test your understanding of the key finance concepts covered in the learning sessions. It is mandatory for qualification to the final case submission stage.

Q8. How will I select my case?

All registered participants will receive brief synopsis of both cases before selection, helping you choose the one that aligns with your interests.

Q9. Whom can I contact for queries?

For any questions, please reach out to us at ey.learningsolution@in.ey.com

EY Case Study Challenge – Season 3

EY Learning Solutions launches Season 3 of its Case Study Challenge with the theme ‘Strategic Finance: Crafting Capital, Creating Value’.

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About the challenge

This challenge is designed to help students develop a strategic mindset and learn to solve real-world business problems.
To ensure every participant can perform their best, EY Learning Solutions will provide:

Curated pre-reads and learning material on strategic finance concepts
Exclusive live sessions with EY experts to guide you through key financial strategies and frameworks

The challenge unfolds across five interactive phases:

Registration: Sign up individually and join the competition
Case study selection: Choose one case from two engaging real-world scenarios
Learning and preparation: Go through EY-curated content, pre-reads, and expert sessions to strengthen your understanding
Diagnostic assessment: Test your grasp through a short quiz (mandatory for qualification)
Case submission: Apply your learnings and present your final solution

Who can participate

Students enrolled in any undergraduate or postgraduate program — across any discipline — are welcome to participate.

Case options

Step into the role of a decision-maker evaluating a major energy investment. This case focuses on forecasting financials, analyzing project feasibility, and understanding how investment and funding decisions shape long-term value in a rapidly changing energy sector.

Each participant will receive case synopsis before selection to make an informed choice.
Explore the strategic and financial aspects of a potential merger. This case involves evaluating business valuation, determining a fair acquisition structure, analyzing the impact on earnings, and recommending strategies for post-merger growth and diversification.

Each participant will receive case synopsis before selection to make an informed choice.

Key dates


Activity	Date
Registration opens	12 December 2025
Registration closes	12 January 2026
Learning and live sessions	20 January – 8 February 2026
Diagnostic assessment	14 February 2026
Final submission	28 February 2026
Results announcement	15 March 2026

Rewards and recognition

Winner:

Two-month pro bono internship with EY India*
Gift hamper worth INR10,000
Six-month access to one EY Virtual Academy eLearning program

First runner-up:

Two-month pro-bono internship with EY India*
Gift hamper worth INR5,000
Six-month access to one EY Virtual Academy eLearning program

Second runner-up:

Two-month pro-bono internship with EY India*
Gift hamper worth INR2,500
Six-month access to one EY Virtual Academy eLearning program

Top 10 performers also receive six-month eLearning access to any EY Virtual Academy program.
All participants attending the live sessions will receive an EY Certificate of Participation and a 20% scholarship on EY Virtual Academy courses.

Registration fee

INR2,000 + GST

Evaluation criteria

Submissions will be evaluated on:

Diagnostic assessment performance
Application of concepts learned in pre-reads and sessions
Relevance and practicality of the proposed solution
Depth of analysis and creativity
Clarity, structure and presentation

Guidelines

Individual participation only
One submission per participant
Late submissions or resubmissions not accepted
Absence from the diagnostic quiz will lead to disqualification
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited
Use the same registered email ID throughout the challenge

How to register

Registrations open from 12 December to 12 January 2026

For queries, contact us at ey.learningsolution@in.ey.com

Hear it from past challengers

The challenge helped me connect theory with real-world business strategy and enhanced my analytical thinking.

Shivam Mishra

IIT Kanpur

A perfect blend of learning and application — the experience improved my decision-making and presentation skills.

Aashish Kumar

HAL Management Academy

Applying my learnings in the final dashboard round was both challenging and rewarding.

Upasna Gola

Jain University

Note: The results announced by EY Learning Solutions shall be determined exclusively at their discretion. Said decision shall not be subject to reassessment, modification, or alteration under any circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The EY Case Study Challenge – Season 3 is a national-level competition where students analyze real-world business scenarios and craft innovative financial strategies. This season focuses on Strategic Finance, helping participants understand how businesses make key decisions to drive growth and value creation.
Absolutely. The challenge is open to students from all academic backgrounds. All registered participants will receive EY-curated pre-reads and attend live sessions with EY experts on key strategic finance concepts, frameworks, and practical applications before they solve the case.

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