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National Anveshika Experimental Skill Test (NAEST)
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Class 9–12
Fee
Free
Duration
Approximately 4-5 months (June to September/October)
About This Opportunity
The National Anveshika Experimental Skill Test (NAEST) is an annual, unique physics competition organized by the National Anveshika Network of India (NANI), a unit of the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT), in collaboration with Shiksha Sopan and the Centre of Continuing Education, IIT Kanpur. Led by the eminent physicist and Padma Shri awardee Dr. H. C. Verma, NAEST aims to foster a culture of experimentation and scientific inquiry among Indian students.
The competition is designed to assess and nurture keen observational, analytical, and experimental skills in physics, aligning with the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasizes joyful, experiential, and competency-based learning.
It is open to students across India, from Class 9 to postgraduate levels, providing a unique platform to explore physics beyond textbooks and develop a deep understanding through practical application.
NAEST has been conducted annually since 2014, evolving to include online and offline rounds to maximize participation and accessibility across the nation.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 9–12
- Age Range
- - years
- Location
- Nationwide
NAEST is open to Indian students in two categories: Junior (Classes 9–12) and Senior (B.Sc/M.Sc). Students must be from any recognized Indian board or college. Previous national toppers can't apply. Age: approx. 13–18 (Junior) and 18–26 (Senior).
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Benefits
- Enhances practical experimental skills in physics through hands-on experience.
- Fosters scientific thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
- Offers national recognition, prestigious awards, and certificates.
- Opportunity to learn directly from Dr. H. C. Verma and his esteemed team.
- Promotes joyful, experiential, and competency-based learning in physics, aligning with NEP 2020.
- Encourages innovation and creativity in experimental design.
- Free participation at all stages, making it accessible to all eligible students.
- Scholarship of ₹50,000 to ₹80,000 per year for junior category toppers to support higher education.
Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced (as it involves experimental design, analysis, and innovative problem-solving).
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