Science Olympiads & Competitions for Kids in India
Science olympiads and competitions let children apply physics, chemistry, biology and general science to real problems, from school-level quizzes to national and international olympiads. WiWit lists 580 verified science olympiads & competitions in India from 316 organizations. They include options spanning Grade 1 to 12, 182 available online, 205 free to enter. Last reviewed July 2026.
Science competitions give curious children a reason to go deeper than the textbook, designing experiments, reasoning about how the world works, and competing with peers across the country. The listings here cover general-science olympiads as well as subject-specific contests in physics, chemistry, biology and environmental science, for grades across primary, middle and senior school. Some are written exams with multiple rounds; others are project, research or model-based competitions. Every opportunity on this page has been verified against the organizer's official source, so you can quickly see which science competition suits your child's grade, the subjects it covers, and whether it runs online or in person.
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Science Olympiads & Competitions for Kids in India at a glance
| Opportunity | Organizer | Eligibility | Mode | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program for Indian High School Students | U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) | Grade 8 to 11 | In-Person | Free |
| International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) by SOF for Indian Students | Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) | Grade 1 to 10 | In-Person | ₹170 |
| EcoInnovators Ideathon | Global Learning Council | Grade 8 to 12 | Hybrid | Free |
| Dakshana Scholar Program: Free IIT-JEE & NEET Coaching | Dakshana Foundation | Grade 11 to 12 | In-Person | Free |
| e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition | e-Yantra, IIT Bombay | Grade 7 to 12 | Online | ₹3,000 |
| National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Online | Unified Council | Grade 1 to 10 | Online | ₹354 |
| Georgetown Forensic Investigation Academy – Summer Program | Georgetown University | Grade 8 to 12 | In-Person | $6,465 |
| Young Indians Parliament | CII Young Indians (Yi) | Grade 9 to 12 | Hybrid | ₹399 |
| Young Technology Scholars Plus (YTS+) | Plaksha University | Grade 9 to 12 | In-Person | ₹1,05,000 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Exam (SIN) | University of Waterloo | Grade 9 to 12 | Online | Paid |
| Shastrarth National Youth Parliament & MUN | E-Justice India | Grade 6 to 12 | In-Person | ₹2,000 |
| Tata Social Enterprise Challenge (TSEC) | Tata Sons Private Limited | Ages 0 to 100 | Hybrid | Free |
| The India Quiz – My India, My Pride By Twinning Owl | Twinning Owl Learning Platform Pvt Ltd | Grade 3 to 12 | Online | ₹99 |
| FLAME University Summer Immersion Program (FUSIP) | FLAME University | Grade 9 to 12 | In-Person | ₹50,000 |
| Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science Workshops | Nehru Science Centre Mumbai | Grade 3 to 12 | In-Person | Paid |
Program
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program for Indian High School Students
by U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA)
The YES Program offers Indian high school students a fully funded scholarship to live and study in the U.S. for an academic year, fostering cross-cultural understanding and leadership skills.
For children ages 15 to 17
In-person event
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
English Language FluencyIntercultural CommunicationLeadership
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Competition
International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) by SOF for Indian Students
by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
The International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) by SOF is an annual competition for students in classes 1-10, designed to enhance general knowledge, current affairs, and life skills. It offers a platform for students to test their awareness and critical thinking.
For children ages 6 to 15
In-person event
₹170 registration
What your child could gain:
General KnowledgeCurrent AffairsProblem Solving
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Competition
EcoInnovators Ideathon
by Global Learning Council
National innovation challenge where school students build sustainability apps using AI-powered vibe coding, organized by GLC and Schoolnet India.
For children ages 13 to 18
Online or in-person
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
AI and Machine LearningVibe CodingApp Development
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Program
Dakshana Scholar Program: Free IIT-JEE & NEET Coaching
by Dakshana Foundation
Dakshana Scholar Program offers fully sponsored residential IIT-JEE & NEET coaching for talented, economically disadvantaged students.
For children ages 16 to 18
In-person event
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
Advanced problem-solvingTest-taking disciplineConceptual depth in PCM and PCB
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Competition
e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition
by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay
An online project-based competition by e-Yantra, IIT Bombay where school students create 3D virtual museum exhibits of historical artifacts using photogrammetry and digital design.
For children ages 12 to 17
Join from home
₹3,000 registration
What your child could gain:
3D ModelingPhotogrammetryDigital Design
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Exam
National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Online
by Unified Council
A national online competitive exam for students in Classes 1-10, assessing science, mathematics, and general knowledge from home.
For children ages 6 to 15
Join from home
₹354 registration
What your child could gain:
Logical ReasoningAnalytical ThinkingProblem Solving
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Program
Georgetown Forensic Investigation Academy – Summer Program
by Georgetown University
A two-week immersive academy at Georgetown University for high school students, exploring forensic investigation techniques in Washington D.C.
For children ages 13 to 18
In-person event
$6,465 registration
What your child could gain:
Crime scene analysisEvidence collection and documentationForensic photography
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Program
Young Indians Parliament
by CII Young Indians (Yi)
National civic leadership program where Class 9 to 12 students simulate parliamentary roles, debate national issues, and progress through chapter, regional, and national rounds.
For children ages 14 to 17
Online or in-person
₹399 registration
What your child could gain:
Public speakingParliamentary debatePolicy reasoning
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Camp
Young Technology Scholars Plus (YTS+)
by Plaksha University
Two-week residential summer programme at Plaksha University in Mohali for Classes 9-12 across robotics, data, and biology tracks.
For children ages 14 to 17
In-person event
₹1,05,000 registration
What your child could gain:
Robotics and autonomous systems thinkingBioengineering experimentationData analysis and decision modelling
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Exam
Sir Isaac Newton Exam (SIN)
by University of Waterloo
Annual Grade 12 physics contest from University of Waterloo's CEMC. 90-minute exam with 12 multiple-choice and 3 long-answer questions, written in May at participating schools worldwide.
For children ages 14 to 18
Join from home
Registration fee applies
What your child could gain:
Advanced physics problem-solvingConceptual reasoningQuantitative analysis
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Program
Shastrarth National Youth Parliament & MUN
by E-Justice India
National Youth Parliament and MUN conference with cash prizes, gold medals, and committees for Classes 6-12 and college students
For children ages 11 to 18
In-person event
₹2,000 registration
What your child could gain:
OratoryCommunicationConfidence
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Competition
Tata Social Enterprise Challenge (TSEC)
by Tata Sons Private Limited
National social entrepreneurship competition by Tata Sons and IIM Calcutta with cash prizes up to Rs. 10 Lakhs and seed funding of up to Rs. 1 Crore.
For children ages 0 to 100
Online or in-person
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
Business planningPitchingSocial enterprise management
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Competition
The India Quiz – My India, My Pride By Twinning Owl
by Twinning Owl Learning Platform Pvt Ltd
The India Quiz is a national online general knowledge competition for students in grades 3-12, celebrating India's rich culture, history, and heritage. It aims to foster national pride and enhance awareness about diverse aspects of the country.
For children ages 8 to 18
Join from home
₹99 registration
What your child could gain:
General KnowledgeResearch SkillsExploration
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Program
FLAME University Summer Immersion Program (FUSIP)
by FLAME University
A 10-day residential program at FLAME University Pune for grades 9-12, offering interdisciplinary liberal education through academic sessions, performing arts, and field visits.
For children ages 14 to 17
In-person event
₹50,000 registration
What your child could gain:
Critical ThinkingLeadershipTeamwork
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Workshop
Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science Workshops
by Nehru Science Centre Mumbai
Hands-on vacation science workshops at Nehru Science Centre Mumbai across robotics, AI, drones, electronics and astronomy.
For children ages 8 to 17
In-person event
Registration fee applies
What your child could gain:
Scientific reasoningHands-on experimentationRobotics fundamentals
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Program
IIT Madras School Connect Program
by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT),Madras
An 8-week online certification program by IIT Madras CODE offering 17 introductory courses in Data Science, AI, Aerospace, and more for Classes X-XII.
For children ages 15 to 17
Join from home
₹500 registration
What your child could gain:
Data ScienceArtificial IntelligenceElectronic Systems
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Program
GenWise GW Explorers Program
by GenWise (Ei Study)
A two-week academic enrichment program for gifted students in grades 6-7, covering STEM and humanities through hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
For children ages 11 to 12
In-person event
₹1,50,000 registration
What your child could gain:
Scientific inquiry and experimental designMathematical reasoningCritical thinking
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Program
GenWise GW Wizards - Gifted Summer Program
by GenWise (Ei Study)
Three-week residential gifted program for Grades 8-10 at MAHE Manipal, offering specialized courses in neuroscience, engineering, astrophysics, and creative writing.
For children ages 13 to 15
In-person event
₹2,00,000 registration
What your child could gain:
Scientific ResearchEngineering DesignCritical Thinking
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Scholarship
Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST and OBC Students
by Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal
A West Bengal government pre-matric scholarship for SC, ST, and OBC students in Class 9 and Class 10, providing financial support through the OASIS portal.
For children ages 13 to 18
Join from home
Free to participate
Scholarships & Awards
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Competition
D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge - Category 1
by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India
Year-long national biotechnology innovation challenge by DBT for school students, with monthly submission cycles and government-recognized certificates.
For children ages 11 to 18
Join from home
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
InnovationDesign ThinkingScientific Communication
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Course
Basic Course in Ornithology
by Bombay Natural History Society
Eleven-month hybrid ornithology program for students with Class 10 qualification, combining bird science with expert-led field sessions through BNHS's Centre for Environmental Conservation in Mumbai.
For children ages 16 to 17
Online or in-person
₹14,150 registration
What your child could gain:
Bird identificationBird ecologyBird behavior analysis
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Course
Leadership Course in Biodiversity Conservation by BNHS
by Bombay Natural History Society
Eleven-month hybrid program for Classes 11 and 12, combining biodiversity fieldwork with scientific research and conservation policy.
For children ages 16 to 18
Online or in-person
₹14,150 registration
What your child could gain:
Scientific Research WritingConservation AdvocacyBiodiversity Fieldwork
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Program
Research Science Institute (RSI) at MIT
by Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
RSI is a tuition-free five-week research program at MIT for exceptional high school students to conduct original scientific research under the mentorship of leading scientists and engineers.
For children ages 16 to 18
In-person event
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
Scientific research methodologyData analysisAcademic writing
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Program
SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme
by Sports Authority of India
SAI scheme that adopts traditional wrestling akhadas to nurture young wrestlers aged 8 to 14 with stipend, kit, equipment, coaching, and competition exposure.
For children ages 8 to 14
In-person event
Free to participate
What your child could gain:
Wrestling techniqueStrength and conditioningCompetitive sports discipline
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Competitions (424)
- Design Championship - Game Design Competition
- Advanced Placement (AP) Math and Computer Science Exams
- Advanced Placement (AP) Science Exams for Indian Students
- AICEeCC - Audio
- AICEeCC - New Media
- AICEeCC - Video & Animation
- All India Astronomy Quiz by Aryabhat Foundation for Madhya Pradesh Students
- All India Maths Science (AIMS) Talent Examination for School Students
- Annual Inter-School Earthquake Safety Quiz Competition by IIT Kanpur
- Antariksha National Space Quiz
- Anveshana Science and Engineering Fair
- Aryabhatta Talent Search Test in Mathematics and Science (ATSTMS)
- Asia Pacific Linguistics Olympiad (APLO)
- Asian Regional Space Settlement Design Competition (ARSSDC)
- Asiarope Science Olympiad
- ASMO (Asian Science & Mathematics Olympiad) India National Round
- ASTP Space Settlement Contest
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Aurorae Category
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Galaxies Category
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Our Moon Category
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Our Sun Category
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - People and Space
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Planets, Comets and Asteroids
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year - Skyscapes Category
- Astronomy Photographer of the Year Competition - Stars and Nebulae Category
- Bebras India Computational Thinking Challenge
- Best Delegate Model UN Conference
- Bharat Innovation Challenge By LPU
- BIEA International STEM Youth Innovation Competition
- Big Bang Edge Test by FIITJEE – Online & Offline Modes
- BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition
- Biodesign Challenge (BDC)
- BITS Aarohan
- BITS Pilani International Model United Nations (BITSMUN) Conference
- Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Creative Writing Contest
- Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Poetry & Spoken Word Contest
- Breakthrough Junior Challenge - Science & Math Video Competition
- British Council Your World Video Competition
- Cadet Taekwondo Championship – Junior Poomsae By Karnataka Taekwondo
- Cadet Taekwondo Championship – Senior Kyurugi By Karnataka Taekwondo
- Cadet Taekwondo Championship – Sub-Junior Kyurugi by Karnataka Taekwondo
- Cambridge Asia Schools British Parliamentary Championship (CASBPC) (Online)
- Cambridge Asia Schools British Parliamentary Championship (CASBPC) Offline
- Cambridge Re:think Essay Competition
- CBSE Heritage India Quiz
- CBSE National Science Exhibition
- Civil Services Olympiad (CSO) by Samyak IAS Academy
- Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO)
- Classmate All Rounder Competition by ITC Junior Category
- CMS VATAVARAN Environment and Wildlife Film Festival - Under 16
- Codeavour - Track 1 (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
- Codeavour - Track 2 (Wellness Wave AI Robo Challenge)
- Codeavour - Track 3 (Robo Soccer League)
- CodeQuest - Environmental Innovators Competition by Kr8ivity League - India
- Community Projects Competition by FPSPI
- Conrad Challenge
- CREST Cyber Olympiad (CCO)
- CREST International Drawing Olympiad (CIDO)
- CREST Reasoning Olympiad (CRO) - Grades 1-10
- CREST Science Olympiad (CSO)
- D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge - Category 1
- Design Championship - 3D Design Competition
- Design Championship - App Design Competition
- Design Championship - Coding Competition
- Design Championship Graphic Design Competition
- Design Championship Web Design Competition
- Dhirubhai Ambani International Model United Nations (DAIMUN) Conference
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam National Talent Troopers Competition
- Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition(DHBBVC)
- e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition
- EcoInnovators Ideathon
- Eduno Computer, IT & AI Olympiad
- Eduno General Knowledge Olympiad (EGKO)
- Eduno Science Olympiad
- EHF International A.I. Olympiad (IAIO)
- EHF International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGO) Offline
- EHF National Biotechnology Olympiad (NBTO) Offline
- EHF National IIT-NEET Olympiad (NINO)
- EHF National Space Science Olympiad (NSSO) Offline
- Ei ASSET Science Exam
- Ei ASSET Talent Search (Ei ATS) Exam
- FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) - Scholarship & Admission Test
- Fortis Psych-Ed Quiz - National Psychology Competition
- FPSPI Global Issues Problem Solving (GIPS) Competition
- Frank Anthony Memorial All-India Inter-School Debate Competition
- Future Blue Youth Council By Bow Seat
- Future Tech Olympiad by 1M1B
- GC International STEM Olympiad (GISTO)
- Global Future Space Scholars Meet (GFSSM)
- Global Science Olympiad (GSO) by UEPL
- Globe Science and Environment Olympiad (GSEO)
- Go Coderz Coding Competition - Group D (Grades 9-10)
- Green Olympiad by TERI - Environmental Quiz
- GYS Avishkar Awards - National Science Project Competition
- GYS Charaka Science Medal
- GYS Samasya Khoj - National Problem Identification Contest
- GYS Swaminathan Science Day Talent Test
- Harvard Undergraduate Science Olympiad (HUSO) India
- Hashtag Kalakar Global Poetry & Creative Writing Competition
- Hindustan Aeromodelling Competition (HAC)
- Hindustan Olympiad
- HPE CodeWars
- Humming Bird Cyber/Computer Olympiad (HCO)
- Humming Bird General Knowledge Olympiad (HGO)
- Humming Bird Science Olympiad (HSO)
- Humming Bird Social Science Olympiad (HSSO)
- I CAN School Challenge by Design for Change
- IAPT National Standard Examination in Junior Science (NSEJS)
- IIT Kharagpur Young Innovators Program (YIP)
- India AI Olympiad (INAIO)
- India STEM Innovation Challenge - Senior STEM Innovator
- India STEM Innovation Challenge (Junior STEM Innovator ) by India Stem Mission
- India STEM Innovation Challenge (Medior STEM Innovator) by India Stem Mission
- Indian Academic Championship (INDAC) - Academic Bowl
- Indian Academic Championship (INDAC) Science Bee
- Indian Debating League (IDL)
- Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO)
- Indian National Earth Science Olympiad (INESO) - Pathway to IESO
- Indian National Olympiad in Informatics (INOI)
- Indian National Young Physicists' Tournament (INYPT)
- Indian Nationals Space Settlement Design Competition (INSSDC)
- Indian Robotic Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Techies
- Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Explorers
- Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Innovators
- Indian Robotics Olympiad ROBO Adventures Innovators Online
- Indian Robotics Olympiad ROBO Adventures Techies Online
- Indian Schools Debating Championship (ISDC)
- Indian Science And Engineering Fair (INSEF) By SSI
- Indian Space Science Olympiad (ISSO)
- Indian Space Talent Search Exam (ISTSE) - National Competitive Exam
- Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO) General Knowledge International Olympiad (GKIO) - Offline Exam
- IndiaSkills Junior - IT Software Solutions for Business
- IndiaSkills Junior - Fashion Technology
- IndiaSkills Junior - Mobile Robotics Competition
- IndiaSkills Junior - Solar Energy
- IndiaSkills Junior - Web Technologies
- Innopreneurs Junior Idea Innovation Olympiad
- Innovation Festival & Western India Science Fair
- INSPIRE MANAK Awards - National Science & Innovation Competition
- International Academic Bee Asian Championship by IAC
- International Academic Bowl Asian Championship by IAC
- International Aerospace Olympiad (IAO) by Spacetrix Aerospace
- International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC)
- International Biology Olympiad (IBO) for Indian High School Students
- International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO)
- International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ) by RACI
- International Competency Test (ICT) by CTF for Class 9 & 10 Students
- International Computer Olympiad (ICO) by Indian Talent Olympiad
- International Computer Olympiad (ICO) by Indian Talent Olympiad (Offline)
- International Computer Science Competition (ICSC)
- International Computer Science Olympiad (ICSO) by SOF
- International Diplomatic Forum Model United Nations (IDFMUN) Online Conference
- International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO)
- International Environmental Science Olympiad (IESO) by IAC
- International Foundation Computer Olympiad (IFCO) for Indian Students
- International Foundation General Knowledge & Current Affairs Olympiad (IFGCO)
- International Foundation Science Olympiad (IFSO) by IOF
- International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) by SOF for Indian Students
- International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition
- International GENIUS AI Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Art Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Coding Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Entrepreneurship Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Music Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Robotics Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International Genius Science Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International Genius Short film Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Speech Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International Geography Bee Asian Championships by IAC
- International GK Qualifier (IGQ) by National Olympiad Foundation
- International Green Warrior Olympiad (IGWO)
- International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)
- International Medicine and Disease Olympiad (IMDO)
- International Neuroscience Olympiad (INO)
- International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) for Indian Students
- International Physics Olympiad (IPhO)
- International Psychology Olympiad (IPsyO)
- International Research Olympiad (IRO)
- International Science Bee Asian Championships for Indian Students
- International Science Olympiad (ISO) - Offline by Indian Talent Olympiad
- International Science Olympiad (ISO) by IOA
- International Science Olympiad (ISO) by SOF
- International Science Olympiad (ISO) Online by Indian Talent Olympiad
- International Science Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (ISOCSEA)
- International Science Qualifier (ISQ) by NOF for Indian Students
- International Social Studies Olympiad (ISSO) by SOF
- International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC)
- International Young Physicists’ Tournament (IYPT) - Physics World Cup
- Interschool Science Quiz Contest
- IRIS National Fair - STEM Research & Innovation Competition
- ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Offline Scholarship Olympiad
- ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Online Scholarship Olympiad for Indian Students
- ITO General Knowledge International Olympiad Online
- ITO National Essay Olympiad (NESO) Offline
- ITO National Social Studies Olympiad (NSSO) Offline
- ITO National Social Studies Olympiad (NSSO) Online
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 11 Lateral Entry
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Class 9 Admission
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium State Level Science Quiz for Karnataka Students
- Jignyasa - National Science Model Making Competition
- John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize - Philosophy
- John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize - Politics
- John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize - Science and Technology
- JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest
- Junior Makeathon by Shaastra IIT Madras - India's Innovation Challenge for School Students
- Kalam Talent Search Exam (KTSE)
- Kruu Play Innovation Challenge
- L&T National STEM Challenge
- LogIQids Mental Aptitude Olympiad
- M(IT)^2 - MIT Informatics Tournament
- MahaQuizzer by KQA
- MAHE National Monsoon Photography Contest
- MCTC - Math & Computer Olympiad
- MegaWhats by KQA
- Meity - National Cyber Security Cartoon Story Board Competition
- Mekathlon - International Autonomous Sumo Bot Competition
- Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition
- Mekathlon Manual Sumo Bot Competition
- Mekathlon Racer Robo Competition for School Students
- Mekathlon Robo Soccer Competition
- Mekathlon Robotics Innovation Challenge
- Microsoft Imagine Cup Junior ICJ Challenge
- MindSweep - International Solo Quizzing Championship by KQA
- Moon Camp Challenge by ESA
- MTO International STEM Olympiad - Science Category
- MTO International STEM Olympiad - Technology and Engineering Category
- MWRC MakeX India Bug Hunter Coding Competition
- Narmada Bal Ghar (NBG) Essay Writing Competition
- NASA Space Apps Challenge India
- National Anveshika Experimental Skill Test (NAEST)
- National Astronomy & Science Olympiad (NASO)
- National Astronomy Challenge (NAC)
- National Automobile Olympiad (NAO)
- National Children's Science Congress (NCSC)
- National Cyber Security Drawing & Painting Competition By Meity
- National Cyber Security Technical Papers Competition By MeitY
- National Genius Search Examination (NGSE) for Indian Students
- National Interactive Science Olympiad (NISO) Offline By EHF
- National Junior Informatics Olympiad (NJIO) By SIMCC
- National Meteorological Olympiad by India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- National Olympiad of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (NOPESS)
- National Robotics League (NRL)
- National Scholarship Exam (NSE) by NICE Foundation
- National Science Drama Festival (Competition) by NCSM
- National Space Day Quiz
- National Space Innovation Challenge (NSIC)
- National Standard Examination in Astronomy (NSEA)
- National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB) - Gateway to International Biology Olympiad
- National Standard Examination in Chemistry (NSEC) - Gateway to International Chemistry Olympiad
- National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP)
- National Student Innovation Challenge (NSIC)
- National Students' Science Seminar by NCSM
- Nature inFocus Photography Contest - Young Photographer Category
- NBG Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Competition for Indian Students
- NBG Innovation Competition for School Students
- NCSM Ideathon on Science Galleries
- NEO science Olympiad - Biology category
- NEO Science Olympiad - Chemistry Category
- NEO Science Olympiad - Natural Science Category
- NEO Science Olympiad - Physics Category
- NIF's National Biennial Competition for Green Grassroots Innovations
- NSS "Live in a Healthy Space" Design Competition
- NSS Gerard K. O'Neill Space Settlement Contest
- NSS Roadmap to Space Student Art Contest - Envisioning Humanity's Future in Space
- NSS spUN Debate Program
- Ocean Awareness Digital Art Contest by Bow Seat
- Ocean Awareness Film Contest By Bow Seat for Students
- Ocean Awareness Handcrafted Category Contest
- Ocean Awareness Interactive & Multimedia Contest By Bow Seat
- Ocean Awareness Music and Dance Contest
- OFLY Be the Aviator Challenge
- Online Indian Knowledge System Olympiad by CSU
- Otomatiks Robotica - Drone Race Competition
- Otomatiks Robotica - ROBO RACE Competition
- Otomatiks Robotica - ROBO SUMO - National Robotics Competition
- PANINI Linguistic Olympiad (PLO)
- Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (Bal Shakti)
- Prince Olympiad
- Prof. Brahm Prakash Memorial Materials Quiz (BPMMQ)
- QUEST STEAM Quiz Competition
- Raman Young Science Innovator (RYSI) Award
- Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RBVP) - National Science Exhibition for Children
- Rashtriya Military School (RMS) Common Entrance Test (CET) for Class VI & IX Admissions
- Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)
- RoboCup Junior India - CoSpace Challenge
- RoboCup Junior India - OnStage Competition
- RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge
- RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Maze Challenge
- Robofest India - Building Bridges Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division
- Robofest India - RoboMed Junior Division
- Robofest India - Vision Centric Challenge (VCC)
- Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India Building Bridges Senior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India Exhibition Senior Division: Open Robotics Showcase
- Robofest India Junior Division - Exhibition
- Robofest India RoboArts Senior Division: Robotics in Visual & Performing Arts
- Robofest India RoboMed Senior Division: Autonomous Medical Robotics Project Competition
- ROBOQuest - National Robotics Competition by Kr8ivity League
- Robotica - National Working Model Competition
- Robotics for Good Youth Challenge - Innovate for a Better World
- Robotics for Good Youth Challenge India
- Saadhana Entrance Exam by Rashtrotthana Trust for Girls' Residential NEET/CET Coaching
- Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - AI Living for India
- Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Environmental Sustainability
- Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education
- Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Sport and Tech
- Sanskrit Olympiad by CSU
- School Innovation Marathon (SIM) - India's Largest Innovation Challenge
- Science In Focus (SIF) by FAST India
- Science Promotion Orient Test (SPOT) by VSSF
- Science Without Borders® Challenge
- SilverZone International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad (IAIO)
- SilverZone International Informatics Olympiad (iiO)
- SilverZone International Olympiad of Science (iOS)
- SilverZone International Talent Hunt Olympiad (iTHO)
- SilverZone Smart Kid General Knowledge Olympiad (SKGKO)
- SilverZone STEM Innovation Olympiad (STEM)
- Sketch for Survival Junior (12 to 16 Years)
- Sketch for Survival Junior (7 and Under)
- Sketch for Survival Junior (8-11 Years)
- Smart India Hackathon Junior (SIH Junior)
- Spin Your Science (SYS) - National Science Fiction Writing Competition
- Standard Examination in High School Science (SEHSS)
- STEM Quiz by GUJCOST
- STEMCult by Kr8ivity League
- STEMpreneur National Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition by Kr8ivity League
- STEMS (Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences)
- Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP) India
- STTAR National Students Olympiad (NSO)
- Tapas Entrance Exam for IIT JEE Residential Program by Rashtrotthana Trust
- Tata Power Club Enerji National Competition - Energy Q Quiz
- Tata Social Enterprise Challenge (TSEC)
- Tata Steel Young Astronomer Talent Search (YATS)
- TCS InQuizitive
- Techfest Olympiad by IIT Bombay (TFO)
- Technothlon - International School Championship by IIT Guwahati
- Technovation Girls Competition - Tech & Entrepreneurship for Girls
- Techradiance Jr World Cup - Coding Hackathon
- Techradiance Jr World Cup - Mini Humanoid Championship
- Techradiance Jr. World Cup - Fastest Line Follower Championship Category
- The Earth Prize
- The Hindu Young World Quiz
- The IEOM High School STEM Competition
- The India Quiz – My India, My Pride By Twinning Owl
- The Paradigm Challenge
- The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition
- The Sanctuary Wildlife Awards - Young Naturalist Category
- The STEAM Cup
- The World Scholar's Cup - Scholar's Challenge
- The World Scholar's Cup - Team Debate Competition
- The World Scholar's Cup - Tournament of Champions at Yale University
- The World Scholar's Cup (WSC) - Collaborative Writing Competition
- The World Scholar's Cup (WSC) - Scholar's Bowl
- THINQ Quiz by Indian Navy
- TSL International Student Competition - Sustainability
- UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads International Photo Contest
- Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO)
- Unicus Global Science Olympiad (UGSO)
- Unicus Science Olympiad (USO)
- Unified Cyber Olympiad (UCO) Offline
- Unified Cyber Olympiad (UCO) Online
- USA Computing Olympiad (USACO)
- Vanda International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO)
- VANDA National Junior Science Olympiad (VNJSO) for Indian Students
- Veer Baal Diwas Poetry Competition
- Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) - India's Largest Science Talent Search Examination
- Viksit Bharat Buildathon for School Students
- Vishwaroop National Quiz Competition
- VIT Mathematical Model Exhibition
- VIT Mathematical Poster Presentation Competition
- Vivo Ignite
- Wild Wisdom Global Challenge (WWGC)
- Wipro Earthian - National Sustainability Education Program
- World of 8 Billion Video Contest
- World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship
- World Skill Challenge - DRONEX (Big Drone Flying Competition)
- World Skill Challenge - DRONEX KIDS
- World Skill Challenge - IDEA TANK Entrepreneur Challenge
- World Skill Challenge - Mystery Makers Design & Thinking Competition
- World Skill Challenge - ROCKETMANIA
- World Skill Challenge - STARS & BEYOND Quiz Competition
- World Skill Challenge - TECH FOR GOOD Robotics Competition
- World Skill Challenge - Tech Throttle BattleBot Competition
- World Skill Challenge - Throttle Titans (RC Plane Flying Competition)
- World Skill Challenge - WING WARRIORS
- World Skill Challenge Tech Throttle - RC Car Racing Challenge
- World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest
- WRC Bots Combat Championship
- WRC Drone Racing Circuit (DRC) by AICRA
- WRC Drone Soccer Challenge by AICRA
- WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge
- WRC Fastest Line Follower Robotics Competition
- WRC Innovation Contest
- WRC Maze Solver Challenge
- WRC RC Craft Challenge
- WRC Robo Hockey Challenge By AICRA
- WRC Robo Race Challenge - National Robotics Competition
- WRC RoboSoccer Challenge
- WRC Sumobot Challenge by AICRA
- WRC Water Rocket Challenge
- WriteToWin – Monsoon Environmental Article Writing Competition
- WriteToWin – Spring Environmental Article Writing Competition
- WriteToWin – Summer Environmental Article Writing Competition
- WriteToWin – Winter Environmental Article Writing Competition
- WRO India Future Engineers Robotics Competition
- WRO India Future Innovators Robotics Competition
- WRO India RoboMission
- WRO India RoboSports Robotics Competition
- XPERTSTEM International Biology Challenge
- XPERTSTEM International Chemistry Challenge
- XPERTSTEM Natural Science Challenge
- XPERTSTEM Physics Challenge
- XPERTSTEM Technology & Coding Challenge
- YMUN South Asia
- YONEX-SUNRISE All India Sub Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament for U-15 & U-17 Players
- Young Astronomy Photographer of the Year
- Young Reporters for Environment (YRE) India Competition
- Young Scientist India (YSI) Innovation Challenge
- Youth Climate Conclave Photography Competition
- Youth For Earth
- Youth Ideathon by Think Startup
- Zonal Computing Olympiad (ZCO)
- Zonal Informatics Olympiad (ZIO)
Scholarships (15)
- Arvind Foundation Scholarship
- Atul Maheshwari Scholarship by Amar Ujala Foundation
- CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme for Single Girl Child
- Dakshana Navodaya COE Selection Test (NCST)
- Education Scholarship Scheme for Army Personnel (ESSA)
- JBNSTS Junior Scholarship Program
- JM Sethia Merit Scholarship Scheme for Indian Students
- Maharashtra State Scholarship Exam for 5th Std
- National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)
- NTPC Utkarsh Merit Scholarship
- Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST and OBC Students
- Shri Tulsi Tanti Scholarship Program
- SOF Defence Services Academician Scholarship (DSAS) for Indian Students
- Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Program for Indian Students
- Tata Trusts Means Grant
Programs (86)
- Research Science Institute (RSI) at MIT
- 3A Club by Spacetrix Aerospace
- AFS Global STEM Accelerators (Young Women)
- Ahmedabad Grand Challenges Programme
- Ashoka Young Changemakers (AYC) Program India
- Avanti Fellows JEE/NEET Free Coaching Program
- BBSBAFPA Pre-Armed Forces Preparatory Program
- Best Delegate Model UN Clubs
- BeyondQuantum - Free Online Quantum Physics & Research Program
- Bharat Scouts and Guides (BSG) Youth Development Program
- BITM Innovation Hub Membership Program for School Students
- Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program
- Bow Seat's True Blue Fellowship
- CHEMUN — Chennai Model United Nations
- Conserve My Planet Program by SEIF
- Dakshana Scholar Program: Free IIT-JEE & NEET Coaching
- FLAME University Summer Immersion Program (FUSIP)
- GenWise GW Explorers Program
- GenWise GW Wizards - Gifted Summer Program
- Georgetown Forensic Investigation Academy – Summer Program
- Harvard Model United Nations India
- IIT Madras School Connect Program
- India MUN National Conference
- India's Young Forest Ambassador Challenge
- Introduction to Quantum Computing: Quantum Algorithms and Qiskit (NPTEL-SWAYAM)
- IPMUN Regional Model United Nations Conference
- ISRO YUVIKA (Yuva Vignani Karyakrama) - Young Scientist Programme for Class 9 Students
- Ivy League Model United Nations Conference India (ILMUNC India)
- Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program for Indian High School Students
- Kids for Tigers – The Sanctuary Tiger Programme
- Kishore Sabha
- Krea Summer School
- LaunchX Online Innovation Program (Summer Session)
- Lodha Genius Programme
- Lumiere Research Scholars Program - (Individual Research)
- MANASVI
- Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)
- MUNISH — Model United Nations International School of The Hague
- National Entrepreneurship Challenge (NEC) Junior by E-Cell, IIT Bombay
- National Green Corps Programme (NGC-ECO-Club)
- National Service Scheme (NSS) for Youth Development and Community Engagement
- Navars Scientist Programs (Young, Junior & Senior)
- NEIMUN Conference: Model UN for Youth Leaders in Northeast India
- NIAS Education for the Gifted and Talented (NIAS-EGT) Programme
- NIAS Maiya Prodigy Fellowship Programme
- Non-Trivial Research Foundations Program
- Non-Trivial Summer Research Fellowship for High Schoolers
- One Year Professional Program in Culinary Arts by Pankaj Bhadouria Culinary Academy
- Penn Arts and Sciences High School Programs
- Pioneer Global Problem-Solving Institute
- Pioneer Research Institute (Mentorship Program)
- Polygence Core Research Program
- Prajna Prabodhan Varg Gifted Education Program
- RDIAS Global Summit MUN
- Research Science Initiative India (RSI India)
- Rise Global Challenge for Young Leaders
- Robo Siksha Kendra - STEM and Robotics Tinkering Labs
- SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme
- Sankalp Open School Remedial Program for Children with Learning Disabilities
- Sci-Tech Spins for Schools by IIT Delhi
- Science Over Weekends (SOW) Program by Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Bengaluru
- Shastrarth National Youth Parliament & MUN
- Sky Observation Programme
- SOAR – Skilling for AI Readiness
- Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS)
- The Junior Academy by NYAS - STEM Innovation Program
- The Science Society by Infosys Science Foundation
- Thiel Fellowship - Global Grant for Young Innovators & Entrepreneurs
- THIMUN Singapore International Model United Nations Conference
- THIMUN The Hague International Model United Nations Conference
- Two-Year Pre-NDA Preparatory Program at MRSAFPI Mohali
- Two-Year Pre-NDA Residential Program at SPI Aurangabad
- Vigyan Jyoti Programme for Meritorious Girls in STEM
- Vigyan Pratibha
- Wharton Global Youth Program
- Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
- YLAC High School Achievers (HSA) Program
- Young Indians Parliament
- Young Researchers for Social Impact (YRSI) Program
- Young Scholars Programme - Innovators in Science and Technology (IST)
- Young Sustainability Scholar (YSS) Accelerated Program
- Young Tinker Space
- Youth Climate Conclave (YCC)
- Youth for Understanding (YFU) Intercultural Exchange Programs for Indian Students
- Youth4Climate Initiative
- YUVAi (Youth for Unnati and Vikas with AI) - National AI Skilling Program
Courses (7)
Workshops (14)
- AEROGO Quadcopter Drone Building Workshop
- Aerogo Rubber Powered Glider Workshop
- Best Delegate Model UN Virtual Workshops for Indian Students
- Chuck Glider Workshop - Learn Aeromodelling and Flight Principles with Aerogo
- Edutech STEM and Robotics Workshop
- Hands-On Laboratory Workshops
- ISDS Masterclass Series
- ISRO Space Mission Workshop by ESRO MAGICA
- National Bal Bhavan Summer Fiesta
- Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science Workshops
- OFLY International Aviation Workshop
- Pluto Drone Building Workshop by AEROGO in Bengaluru
- VITM Physics Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
- Wandering Applied Rationality Program (WARP)
Camps (25)
- Barcelona International Youth Science Challenge (BIYSC)
- BNHS Students' Nature Camp at Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve
- Eco-Champs Environmental Program by Bhumi
- Episteme - Residential STEM Immersion Program
- European Summer Program on Rationality (ESPR) for Mathematically Talented Students
- Experient Science Labs Summer Camp
- IISER Bhopal Summer Outreach Camp
- INME Expeditions & Activity Led Camps
- INME Outdoor Initiation Camps
- INSPIRE Internship Science Camp
- International Astro Space Camp (Residential) by Genex Space
- IUCAA Summer Astronomy Camp for School Students
- LoDEStonE - Residential Program on Sustainable Design & Innovation
- National Science Centre Summer Hobby Camps Delhi
- Nehru Science Centre Innovation Hub
- OFLY Aviation Summer Camp LEAP
- Program on AI and Reasoning (PAIR) Summer Camp
- Raising A Mathematician Training Program (RAM TP) - Residential Math Camp
- Science Quest (SQuest) IIT Palakkad
- SPARC (Summer Program for Applied Rationality and Cognition)
- Summer Science Program (SSP)
- Wolfram Summer Research Program for High School Students
- Young CEO Bootcamp by ThinkStartup
- Young Entrepreneurs’ Boot Camp (YEB) by BITS Pilani
- Young Technology Scholars Plus (YTS+)
Exams (8)
- Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO)
- Certificate of Experimental Skills by Nehru Science Centre Mumbai
- College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) for Admission To Class 6
- National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Offline
- National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Online
- PhysicsBowl
- Sir Isaac Newton Exam (SIN)
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Frequently asked questions
- How many science olympiads & competitions are listed on WiWit?
- WiWit currently lists 580 verified science olympiads & competitions in India from 316 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.
- Which grades can take part in science olympiads & competitions?
- The science olympiads & competitions listed here span students from Grade 1 to Grade 12. The comparison table shows the eligible grades for each listing, so you can scan for your child's grade.
- Can my child take part in science olympiads & competitions online?
- Science olympiads & competitions are available in multiple modes: 182 run online, 252 are in person, 146 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.
- Are there free science olympiads & competitions?
- Yes, 205 of the 580 science olympiads & competitions listed are free to enter. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.
- What is the difference between a science olympiad and a science fair?
- A science olympiad is usually an exam- or problem-based competition testing scientific reasoning, often with school, national and international rounds. A science fair or project competition asks children to build and present original work. WiWit lists both. The type is shown on each card.
- At what age can children start science olympiads?
- Many general-science olympiads start as early as Grade 1 to 3 with age-appropriate papers, while subject-specific physics, chemistry and biology olympiads are aimed at senior-school students. The comparison table below shows the eligible grades for each listing.