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Competitions, Olympiads & Scholarships for Class 9

Olympiads, competitions and scholarships that are genuinely open to Class 9 students in India, each one checked against the organizer's official information. WiWit lists 850 verified class 9 competitions in India from 435 organizations. They include options 285 available online, 275 free to enter.

Class 9 opens the senior-school catalogue: national talent and scholarship examinations, olympiad selection ladders that lead to international teams, research and innovation competitions, and internships and fellowships that accept school students. It is also the stage where results start to carry weight beyond school. The listings here are filtered to contests genuinely open at Class 9, with rounds, mode and fee shown, so preparation goes to contests the child can actually enter this year.

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Competitions, Olympiads & Scholarships for Class 9 at a glance

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Compare class 9 competitions on WiWit
OpportunityOrganizerEligibilityModeFee
World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International ChampionshipWorld Robot Olympiad (WRO) AssociationGrade 3 to 12In-Person$265
Indian Space Talent Search Exam (ISTSE) - National Competitive ExamAntariksh SocietyGrade 3 to 10Online₹300
Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Creative Writing ContestBow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, IncGrade 6 to 12OnlineFree
Ocean Awareness Interactive & Multimedia Contest By Bow SeatBow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, IncGrade 6 to 12OnlineFree
Bharat Ko Jano Quiz CompetitionBharat Vikas ParishadGrade 6 to 12HybridNot listed
All India Maths Science (AIMS) Talent Examination for School StudentsCentre for ExcellenceGrade 1 to 10In-Person₹140
Advanced Placement (AP) Arts ExamsCollege BoardGrade 9 to 12In-Person$129
Advanced Placement (AP) History and Social Science ExamsCollege BoardGrade 9 to 12In-Person$129
Advanced Placement (AP) World Languages and Cultures Exams for Indian StudentsCollege BoardGrade 9 to 12In-Person$129
STEMS (Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences)Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI)Grade 8 to 12Online₹100
International Business Olympiad (IBO) by EAEExtracurricular Activity Excellence International Pte. Ltd.Grade 9 to 12OnlinePaid
ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Offline Scholarship OlympiadA2 Software Management & Consultancy Services Private LimitedGrade 1 to 10In-Person₹200
ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Online Scholarship Olympiad for Indian StudentsA2 Software Management & Consultancy Services Private LimitedGrade 1 to 10Online₹399
Eduno National IT/AI Olympiad (NITO)Eduno Tech India Pvt LtdGrade 3 to 12Hybrid₹350
Pencil Power Drawing Competition (PPDC) - Drawing OlympiadFab Software Stock (India)LKG, UKG & Grade 1 to 12Online₹270
Competition

World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship

by World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Association

The World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship is a global robotics competition where top student teams from around the world compete after qualifying through national events. It fosters creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in young minds.

For children ages 8 to 19
In-person event
$265 registration

What your child could gain:

Robotics design and constructionProgramming and codingProblem-solving
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Competition

Indian Space Talent Search Exam (ISTSE) - National Competitive Exam

by Antariksh Society

The Indian Space Talent Search Exam (ISTSE) is a national-level online competitive exam organized by Antariksh Society, supported by Bharat Astrospace, to promote space education and scientific thinking among students from Class 3 to Class 10.

For children ages 8 to 15
Join from home
₹300 registration

What your child could gain:

Mental AbilityLogical ReasoningProblem-solving
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Competition

Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Creative Writing Contest

by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, Inc

The Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest invites students aged 11-18 worldwide to explore environmental issues through creative writing. Participants can win cash awards up to $1,000 USD and join a global community dedicated to ocean conservation.

For children ages 11 to 18
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Creative WritingResearchCritical Analysis
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Competition

Ocean Awareness Interactive & Multimedia Contest By Bow Seat

by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, Inc

The Ocean Awareness Contest invites students aged 11-18 worldwide to explore critical environmental issues through creative expression, including visual art, writing, film, music, dance, and multimedia. Participants can win cash awards and global recognition.

For children ages 11 to 18
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Creative expressionResearch and critical analysis of environmental issuesProblem-solving through artistic interpretation
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Competition

Bharat Ko Jano Quiz Competition

by Bharat Vikas Parishad

A quiz on India for school students in Grades 6 to 12, run by Bharat Vikas Parishad. It starts with a written test in schools, then quizzes at branch, state, region and national level.

For children in Grade 6 to 12
Online or in-person

What your child could gain:

General KnowledgeMemoryQuick Recall
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Competition

All India Maths Science (AIMS) Talent Examination for School Students

by Centre for Excellence

The All India Maths Science (AIMS) Talent Examination is a national competition for students in grades 1 to 10, focusing on strengthening math, science, and reasoning skills through an objective-type exam. It helps prepare students for future competitive exams.

For children ages 6 to 16
In-person event
₹140 registration

What your child could gain:

Problem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingLogical Reasoning
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Competition

Advanced Placement (AP) Arts Exams

by College Board

AP Arts Exams offer high school students in India a chance to earn college credit and advanced placement at universities worldwide. These exams assess college-level mastery in subjects like Art History, Music Theory, and Design, enhancing university applications.

For children ages 14 to 18
In-person event
$129 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingAnalytical skillsCreative expression
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Competition

Advanced Placement (AP) History and Social Science Exams

by College Board

AP History and Social Science Exams offer Indian high school students a chance to earn college credit and advanced placement at universities globally, including in India. These exams demonstrate college-level readiness and enhance university applications.

For children ages 14 to 18
In-person event
$129 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingAnalytical reasoningHistorical analysis
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Competition

Advanced Placement (AP) World Languages and Cultures Exams for Indian Students

by College Board

AP World Languages and Cultures Exams allow Indian high school students to earn college credit and advanced placement at universities globally by demonstrating college-level language proficiency.

For children ages 14 to 18
In-person event
$129 registration

What your child could gain:

Reading comprehensionListening comprehensionWriting
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Competition

STEMS (Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences)

by Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI)

The Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences (STEMS) is an annual, nationwide online examination by Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) for students in grades 8 to undergraduate level.

For children ages 13 to 18
Join from home
₹100 registration

What your child could gain:

Academic creativityResearch interestDeeper understanding of mathematical sciences
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Competition

International Business Olympiad (IBO) by EAE

by Extracurricular Activity Excellence International Pte. Ltd.

The International Business Olympiad (IBO) is a global online competition for high school students interested in business and entrepreneurship, featuring individual and team rounds with exams and case presentations.

For children ages 14 to 18
Join from home
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Business acumenStrategic thinkingFinancial literacy
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Competition

ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Offline Scholarship Olympiad

by A2 Software Management & Consultancy Services Private Limited

ISTSE on paper, for Grades 1 to 10. Students take the exam in their own school, and the school registers them.

For children ages 6 to 15
In-person event
₹200 registration

What your child could gain:

Problem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingLogical Reasoning
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Competition

ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Online Scholarship Olympiad for Indian Students

by A2 Software Management & Consultancy Services Private Limited

ISTSE online, for Grades 1 to 10. Your child takes the exam from home on a device with a camera, and a parent registers directly on istse.org.

For children ages 6 to 15
Join from home
₹399 registration

What your child could gain:

Conceptual understandingAnalytical skillsProblem-solving
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Competition

Eduno National IT/AI Olympiad (NITO)

by Eduno Tech India Pvt Ltd

A national-level competition for students in classes 3-12 to showcase proficiency in Information Technology, Computers, and Artificial Intelligence.

For children ages 8 to 18
Online or in-person
₹350 registration

What your child could gain:

Computational ThinkingProblem-SolvingLogical Reasoning
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Competition

Pencil Power Drawing Competition (PPDC) - Drawing Olympiad

by Fab Software Stock (India)

A national-level online drawing olympiad for students from preschool to Grade 12, with an open category for adults to showcase artistic talent.

For children ages 3 to 18
Join from home
₹270 registration

What your child could gain:

CreativityArtistic ExpressionVisual Communication
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Competition

FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) - Scholarship & Admission Test

by FIITJEE

The FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) is a national-level admission-cum-scholarship test for students aiming for competitive exams like JEE Main, JEE Advanced, NEET, NTSE, and Olympiads. It offers significant scholarships for FIITJEE programs and cash awards.

For children ages 10 to 17
Online or in-person
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

IQAnalytical SkillsAptitude
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Competition

GYS Charaka Science Medal

by GETA Service Trust

A national online science quiz for Indian students in grades 6-10. Participation is free and offers cash prizes, medals, and certificates.

For children in Grade 6 to 10
Join from home
Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Scientific KnowledgeCritical ThinkingTime Management
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Competition

ASMO (Asian Science & Mathematics Olympiad) India National Round

by Global Olympiads Academy

ASMO India, organized by Global Olympiads Academy, is a prestigious online competition for students in Grades 1-12 to excel in Science, Mathematics, and English, offering a pathway to international recognition.

For children ages 6 to 18
Join from home
₹1,500 registration

What your child could gain:

Advanced Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingAnalytical Reasoning
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Competition

GC International Mathematics Olympiad (GIMO)

by GeniusCerebrum

The GeniusCerebrum International Mathematics Olympiad (GIMO) is a global online competition for students from Preschool to Grade 12.

For children ages 3 to 18
Join from home
₹300 registration

What your child could gain:

Logical reasoningProblem-solvingAnalytical thinking
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Competition

Techradiance Jr World Cup - Coding Hackathon

by Harbour Edutech Pvt Ltd (Techradiance)

National online coding challenge for young innovators to solve real-world problems, showcasing programming, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

For children ages 8 to 18
Online or in-person
₹700 registration

What your child could gain:

CodingProblem-SolvingLogical Thinking
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Competition

Humming Bird Mathematics Olympiad (HMO)

by Humming Bird Education Ltd.

An international mathematics competition for Classes 1-12 that assesses analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills.

For children ages 6 to 18
Online or in-person
₹150 registration

What your child could gain:

Mathematical ReasoningProblem-SolvingAnalytical Thinking
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Competition

Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) India

by HUSO Organisation India

Test your STEM knowledge and problem-solving skills in the prestigious Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) India. Foster your passion for science and innovation, and compete for a fully funded Harvard summer camp.

For children ages 12 to 16
Online or in-person
₹2,000 + 18%GST

What your child could gain:

Advanced problem-solvingAnalytical and critical thinkingScientific inquiry
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Competition

International Academic Bowl Asian Championship by IAC

by International Academic Competitions (IAC)

A team-based, buzzer-format quiz contest for school teams across Asia. It covers multiple subjects, fostering quick thinking and teamwork.

For children ages 6 to 18
In-person event
$195 for one student, 280 for a team of 2, 365 for a team of 3 or more

What your child could gain:

General KnowledgeTeamworkCritical Thinking
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Competition

International Environmental Science Olympiad (IESO) by IAC

by International Academic Competitions (IAC)

Global competition by IAC for students in grades 3-12, testing environmental science, sustainability, and ecological problem-solving skills.

For children ages 8 to 17
In-person event
$1,175 registration

What your child could gain:

Environmental science knowledgeProblem-solvingAnalytical skills
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Frequently asked questions

How many class 9 competitions are listed on WiWit?

WiWit currently lists 850 verified class 9 competitions in India from 435 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.

Can my child take part in class 9 competitions online?

Class 9 competitions are available in multiple modes: 285 run online, 353 are in person, 212 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.

Are there free class 9 competitions?

Yes, 275 of the 850 class 9 competitions listed are free to enter. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.

Which competitions are open to Class 9 students?

Yes. Several fellowships, research programmes and internships accept Class 9 students. The table separates competitions from programmes so each is easy to find.

How do I know a listing really accepts Class 9?

Every listing shows the grades the organizer states, and WiWit checks that against the official source before publishing. The comparison table shows the eligible grades for each opportunity, so a wide-sounding range can be confirmed before you spend time on it.

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