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Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ)
by The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM)
Rs 25,000 O.P. Jindal Award
Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ) is a competition by The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) for students in Class 11–12, open to students across India. Registration closes 25 Aug 2026. It is free to take part.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 11–12
Fee
Free
Duration
2 days (national finals at IGCAR Kalpakkam)
Format
Team · Teams of 2
Time needed
Chapter-level selection (varies by chapter) followed by 2-day national event at Kalpakkam
Key Dates
- Registration opens
- 1 Jun 2026
- Registration closes
- 25 Aug 2026
- Competition
- 11 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
- Results
- 15 Nov 2026
Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu
About This Opportunity
The Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ) is a national-level materials science quiz for school students, organized annually since 1990 by the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), Kalpakkam Chapter at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. Named after Prof. Brahm Prakash — a Padma Shri awardee, pioneer of India's space metallurgy, and first Director of ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre — the quiz promotes awareness of metallurgy and materials science among students of Classes XI and XII.
Teams of two students represent IIM chapters from across India, competing through chapter-level selections, preliminary rounds, semifinals, and a Grand Finale featuring 10+ rounds of audio-visual questions, crossword puzzles, and innovative formats. Questions test curiosity, passion, and awareness rather than rote recall, covering topics from extractive metallurgy to advanced materials like ceramics, polymers, and semiconductors.
Beyond the quiz, participants enjoy guided tours of nuclear facilities at IGCAR (including MAPS, FBTR, and PFBR), attend the prestigious Brahm Prakash Memorial Lecture by eminent scientists, and can compete in the Essay cum Elocution Contest. Winners receive the Rs 25,000 O.P. Jindal Award and international prizes from The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS). Free accommodation, meals, and Chennai airport/railway station transfers are provided to all participants.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 11–12
- Age Range
- 16 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students must be enrolled in Class XI or XII at a recognized school in India.
Prerequisites
- Interest in materials science, metallurgy, and general science
- Selection through IIM chapter-level preliminary quiz
Additional requirements
- Must be selected through respective IIM chapter-level quiz selection rounds
- Maximum 2 teams per school and 2 teams per IIM chapter
Open to Class XI and XII students across India. Teams of 2 students represent their IIM chapter after qualifying chapter-level selection rounds. Maximum 2 teams per chapter.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
What's covered
Covers six major areas: materials history and extractive metallurgy; atomic structure, bonding, and crystallography; mechanical properties and metal processing; corrosion and electrodeposition; non-destructive testing methods; and advanced materials including ceramics, polymers, composites, biomaterials, and semiconductors.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Rs 25,000
Grand Finale winner receives Rs 25,000 O.P. Jindal Award (sponsored by Jindal Steel Company). Runner-up receives Rs 10,000. NMD Award winner receives Rs 25,000 + Certificate, runner-up Rs 15,000. Elocution Contest winner receives Rs 20,000, runner-up Rs 10,000. Additional USD 500 in prizes from The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS/IOMMMS).
Prizes
O.P. Jindal Award & TMS Prizes
Winners receive the prestigious O.P. Jindal Award at the Grand Finale and are honored at National Metallurgist Day (NMD) celebrations on November 14.
Certificate
Participation & Winner Certificates
All participants receive participation certificates. Winners and runners-up receive special certificates presented at National Metallurgist Day celebrations.
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Recognition
National Recognition at NMD
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Only national-level quiz dedicated to materials science for school students
- Hosted at IGCAR Kalpakkam with guided tours of nuclear facilities
- Named after Prof. Brahm Prakash, pioneer of India's space metallurgy
- International prizes from The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS)
- Free accommodation, meals, and travel for all participants
Rounds & format
Chapter-level selection round (format varies by chapter), followed by national Grand Finale at IGCAR Kalpakkam with Preliminaries (parallel sessions), Semifinals, and Grand Finale featuring 10+ rounds of audio-visual questions, crossword puzzles, dump charade, and innovative formats.
How entries are judged
Questions test curiosity, passion, and awareness of materials science rather than rote recall. Audio-visual rounds and creative formats assess lateral thinking.
Selection process
Winning and runner-up teams from each IIM chapter's selection round qualify for the national Grand Finale. In regions without IIM chapters, schools can directly register (maximum 2 teams per region).
How to apply
- 1Contact your nearest IIM chapter for chapter-level selection quiz details
- 2Qualify the chapter-level selection round (format varies by chapter — written exam, quiz, or both)
- 3Winning and runner-up teams from each chapter qualify for the national Grand Finale
- 4Chapter coordinators handle registration and travel arrangements for qualified teams
Fees & financial support
Fee details
No registration fee mentioned for the national event. Free accommodation, meals, and Chennai airport/railway station transfers are provided to all participants. IIM chapters typically fund travel for their teams.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ)?
The registration deadline is 25 Aug 2026.
Is Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ) free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ)?
Students in Class 11–12. children aged 16-18.
What will my child gain from Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ)?
Rs 25,000 O.P. Jindal Award for Grand Finale winners. International prizes from The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS). Guided tours of nuclear facilities at IGCAR Kalpakkam. Brahm Prakash Memorial Lecture by eminent scientists. Free accommodation, meals, and Chennai airport transfers for all participants. National recognition at NMD celebrations on November 14.
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