September 2026 Current Affairs Questions and Answers
This September 2026 current affairs quiz includes important national events, government initiatives, awards, science and technology, international observances and sports achievements. The questions are useful for SSC, Railway, RRB NTPC, Group D, and other competitive examinations.
Fact-check note: This article is updated with information available up to 30 September 2026. Candidates should revise the final monthly current-affairs updates before their examination.
You can also revise the previous month’s updates in our August 2026 Current Affairs for SSC and Railway Exams
National Affairs and Government Initiatives
1. When is Teachers’ Day observed in India?
Answer: 5 September
Explanation: Teachers’ Day is observed in India on 5 September to mark the birth anniversary of former President and philosopher Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. The President of India also presented the National Awards to Teachers in September 2026. (Press Information Bureau)
2. Which edition of Rashtriya Poshan Maah was launched in September 2026?
Answer: The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah
Explanation: The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah was launched in September 2026. It focused on nutrition awareness, balanced and protein-rich diets, maternal nutrition and the role of Anganwadi Centres. (Press Information Bureau)
3. On which date is Hindi Diwas observed in India?
Answer: 14 September
Explanation: Hindi Diwas is observed on 14 September because the Constituent Assembly adopted Hindi as the Official Language of the Union on 14 September 1949.
4. Where was the 18th BRICS Summit scheduled to be held in September 2026?
Answer: New Delhi, India
Explanation: India hosted the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 12 and 13 September 2026. It was also India’s fourth BRICS chairship.
Read the article: 18th BRICS Summit 2026
5. What was the theme of SEMICON India 2026?
Answer: “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem”
Explanation: The fifth edition of SEMICON India was held from 17 to 19 September 2026 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi. The event focused on semiconductors, chip manufacturing, research, design and investment. (Press Information Bureau)
6. How many countries participated in SEMICON India 2026?
Answer: 52 countries
Explanation: SEMICON India 2026 recorded more than 51,000 registrations and participation from 52 countries. It included more than 600 exhibitors and resulted in 56 memoranda of understanding, announcements and strategic initiatives.
7. Which organisation conducts the National Film Awards in India?
Answer: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation: The National Film Awards recognise excellence in feature films, non-feature films and writing on cinema. The 72nd National Film Awards honoured achievements in Indian cinema for the year 2024.
Read the article: 72nd National Film Awards 2026
8. Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2024?
Answer: Actor Anant Nag
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu presented the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 to veteran actor Anant Nag for his contribution to Indian cinema and his long career in theatre and films.
9. How many members were included in the reconstituted Central Board of Film Certification in September 2026?
Answer: 18 members
Explanation: The Government reconstituted the Central Board of Film Certification with 18 members. The CBFC is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. (https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetail.aspx?PRID=2311000®=48&lang=2)
10. Which ministry is responsible for the Central Board of Film Certification?
Answer: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation: The CBFC certifies films for public exhibition under the Cinematograph Act, 1952, the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024 and related guidelines.
11. Which city hosted the Hyderabad Liberation Day celebrations in September 2026?
Answer: Secunderabad
Explanation: Hyderabad Liberation Day celebrations were organised at the Secunderabad Parade Ground. The event commemorated the integration of the erstwhile Hyderabad State into the Indian Union. (The Hindu)
12. Which cultural festival was announced by the Ministry of Culture for October 2026?
Answer: BRICS Theatre Festival 2026
Explanation: The Ministry of Culture announced the BRICS Theatre Festival 2026 in New Delhi from 12 to 14 October 2026. The announcement was an important cultural-affairs update from September.
13. How many Lalit Kala Akademi Awards were announced at the 65th National Exhibition of Art?
Answer: 20 awards
Explanation: The Lalit Kala Akademi announced 20 awards during the 65th National Exhibition of Art in September 2026. The Akademi is India’s National Academy of Art under the Ministry of Culture.
Read the article: Lalit Kala Akademi Awards 2026 Winners List
14. What was the theme of the International Day of Peace 2026?
Answer: “Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day”
Explanation: The International Day of Peace is observed every year on 21 September. The 2026 theme highlighted the importance of peace-building through cooperation, dialogue and everyday action. (United Nations)
15. What was the theme of World Tourism Day 2026?
Answer: “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism”
Explanation: World Tourism Day was observed on 27 September 2026. The theme focused on using digital technology and artificial intelligence to transform tourism.
Read the article: World Tourism Day 2026
16. Which edition of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ was broadcast on 27 September 2026?
Answer: The 138th episode
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through the 138th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on 27 September 2026.
Economy and Digital Payments
17. What Merchant Discount Rate was proposed for selected UPI transactions above ₹2,000?
Answer: 0.4%
Explanation: NPCI’s frequently asked questions on selected UPI person-to-merchant transactions mentioned a baseline MDR of 0.4% for transactions above ₹2,000, with a cap of ₹300 for high-value purchases. (The Economic Times)
18. Which organisation operates and facilitates UPI services in India?
Answer: National Payments Corporation of India
Explanation: NPCI is the umbrella organisation that facilitates UPI, Bharat Bill Payment, RuPay, FASTag, NACH and other retail digital-payment systems in India.
Sports Current Affairs
19. Which Indian team retained the Asian Games gold medal in kabaddi?
Answer: The Indian men’s kabaddi team
Explanation: The Indian men’s kabaddi team retained the Asian Games gold medal in September 2026. Kabaddi remains one of India’s strongest traditional sports at the Asian Games.
20. Which Indian team won gold in women’s kabaddi at the Asian Games 2026?
Answer: The Indian women’s kabaddi team
Explanation: The Indian women’s kabaddi team won the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026. The Prime Minister praised the achievement in an official message.
21. Who won the silver medal in women’s singles squash at the Asian Games 2026?
Answer: Anahat Singh
Explanation: Indian squash player Anahat Singh won the silver medal in the women’s singles event at the Asian Games 2026.
22. Who won the silver medal in men’s singles squash at the Asian Games 2026?
Answer: Abhay Singh
Explanation: Abhay Singh won the silver medal in men’s singles squash at the Asian Games 2026.
23. Which Indian athlete won a historic silver medal in the men’s marathon?
Answer: Sawan Barwal
Explanation: Sawan Barwal won a historic silver medal in the men’s marathon at the Asian Games 2026.
24. Who won the silver medal in men’s shot put at the Asian Games 2026?
Answer: Tajinderpal Singh
Explanation: Tajinderpal Singh won the silver medal in men’s shot put at the Asian Games 2026. He is one of India’s leading field athletes.
25. Which Indian athlete won bronze in the men’s decathlon?
Answer: Tejaswin Shankar
Explanation: Tejaswin Shankar won the bronze medal in the men’s decathlon at the Asian Games 2026. The event tests athletes across multiple track and field disciplines.
26. Who won the bronze medal in the women’s 3,000-metre steeplechase?
Answer: Parul Chaudhary
Explanation: Parul Chaudhary won the bronze medal in the women’s 3,000-metre steeplechase at the Asian Games 2026.
27. Who won the silver medal in men’s high jump?
Answer: Sarvesh Kushare
Explanation: Sarvesh Kushare won a historic silver medal in men’s high jump at the Asian Games 2026.
28. Who won the silver medal in women’s long jump?
Answer: Ancy Sojan
Explanation: Ancy Sojan won the silver medal in women’s long jump at the Asian Games 2026.
29. Which Indian pair won bronze in mixed doubles table tennis?
Answer: Manush Shah and Diya Chitale
Explanation: Manush Shah and Diya Chitale won the bronze medal in the mixed doubles table tennis event at the Asian Games 2026.
30. Who won the silver medal in the women’s 25-metre pistol individual event?
Answer: Esha Singh
Explanation: Esha Singh won the silver medal in the women’s 25-metre pistol individual event at the Asian Games 2026. Her performance added to India’s strong showing in shooting.
Source: Hindustan Times
Quick Revision Points
- Teachers’ Day: 5 September
- Hindi Diwas: 14 September
- International Day of Peace: 21 September
- World Tourism Day: 27 September
- 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah: September 2026
- SEMICON India 2026 venue: Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
- SEMICON India 2026 theme: Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem
- Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024: Anant Nag
- BRICS Summit 2026: New Delhi
- UPI MDR for selected transactions above ₹2,000: 0.4%
- 138th Mann Ki Baat: 27 September 2026
- Men’s Asian Games kabaddi gold: India
- Women’s Asian Games kabaddi gold: India
- Women’s singles squash silver: Anahat Singh
- Men’s singles squash silver: Abhay Singh
Practice Tip for SSC and Railway Candidates
Revise these questions in three rounds:
- First round: Read the question and answer together.
- Second round: Cover the answers and attempt the quiz yourself.
- Final round: Revise names, dates, themes, venues, awards and sports medals separately.