Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children
by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
National science showcase by NCERT
Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children is a competition by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) for students in Grade 6 to 12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Grade 6 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
Multi-day national exhibition (typically 3 days)
Format
Both · Teams of 2
Time needed
Project preparation across the academic year, plus on-site presentation at district, state, and (if selected) national rounds
About this opportunity
The Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) is NCERT's annual national science exhibition, inviting school students to showcase original projects in STEM. This flagship event, formerly JNNSMEE, promotes scientific inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving aligned with India's developmental priorities and the National Education Policy 2020.
Students from Class VI to XII develop innovative models and projects based on annual themes, progressing through district and state-level rounds to reach the national exhibition. Participants gain valuable experience, present to a national audience of experts, and receive recognition and certificates from NCERT.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 6 to 12
- Age range
- 11 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Student must be enrolled in a recognised school in India
- Exhibit must first be selected through district and state-level rounds (or through a participating organisation such as KVS, NVS, CBSE, DAE schools, or NCERT DMS)
- Original project, model, or innovation built by the student (ready-made exhibits not allowed)
- Written exhibit description of up to 1,000 words covering purpose, scientific principles, materials, working, and applications
Students from Class 6 to 12 enrolled in recognized schools across India are eligible. Participants must develop original STEM projects and qualify through district and state-level exhibitions or through participating organizations like KVS, NVS, CBSE, DAE schools, or NCERT DMS. Projects must align with the annual theme and include a detailed write-up.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Aligned with NCERT curriculum and the National Education Policy 2020. The annual theme for 2025-26 is "STEM for Viksit and Atmanirbhar Bharat".
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
NCERT participation certificates
Participants receive certificates of participation and merit recognition from NCERT, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Focus on original, student-developed projects
- Multi-stage selection process from district to national level
- Alignment with National Education Policy 2020
- Encourages creative use of indigenous resources
Rounds & format
The competition is conducted in two phases. The first phase involves district-level and state-level exhibitions (RSBVP) or parallel exhibitions by organizations like KVS, NVS, CBSE. Selected exhibits from these rounds proceed to the second phase, the National Exhibition (RBVP), organized by NCERT.
How entries are judged
Originality and creativity of the exhibit, scientific principle and technical soundness, relevance to the announced theme and sub-theme, practical utility and societal/environmental relevance, and quality of write-up and oral presentation.
Selection process
Selection at each level is based on originality and creativity of the exhibit, scientific principle and technical soundness, relevance to the announced theme and sub-theme, practical utility, societal/environmental relevance, and quality of write-up and oral presentation.
How to apply
- 1Develop an original exhibit aligned with the announced theme and one of the sub-themes
- 2Participate in the school and district-level science exhibition
- 3Selected exhibits proceed to the State Level (RSBVP) or organisation-level exhibition (KVS, NVS, CBSE, DAE, NCERT DMS)
- 4States and participating organisations forward selected entries to NCERT
- 5NCERT selects exhibits for display at the National Exhibition (RBVP)
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Participation in the exhibition is generally free of cost, with no registration fees mentioned by NCERT.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children?
Students in Grade 6 to 12. Children aged 11 to 18.
What will my child gain from Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children?
National-level platform to showcase scientific talent. Opportunity to develop original STEM projects and innovations. Enhance scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and presentation skills. Receive participation and merit recognition from NCERT. Connect classroom learning with real-world challenges.
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