Homi Bhabha Exam
Become a Young Scientist
Take on the challenge of the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition, a prestigious four-stage science talent search for students of the 6th and 9th standards.
The Four Stages to a Medal
This unique competition tests more than just knowledge; it assesses your scientific aptitude, reasoning, practical skills, and research abilities across four challenging phases.
Written Test
A 90-minute, 100-mark MCQ exam. The top 7.5% of students qualify for the next phase.
Practical Test
A 30-minute, 30-mark hands-on test involving science experiments for both standards.
General Interview
A 5-7 minute interview to assess your scientific curiosity and general awareness.
Action Research Project
Submission and evaluation of a research project, followed by an interview on your work.
Eligibility Criteria
- Standards: Students currently in Std. 6th or 9th only.
- Medium: Open for both English & Marathi medium students.
- Boards: All boards are welcome, including SSC, CBSE, ICSE, and IB.
Syllabus Focus
- Std. 6th: Focus is on Std. 4-6 syllabus, with 60% weightage on 6th Std concepts.
- Std. 9th: Focus is on Std. 7-9 syllabus, with 60% weightage on 9th Std concepts.
- 10% of questions are based on general knowledge in science for both standards.
The Rewards of Excellence
Top performers are recognized as "Balvaidnyanik" (Young Scientists) and are awarded medals and scholarships for their outstanding achievement.
Gold Medal
Awarded to the Top 10%
Silver Medal
Awarded to the Next 60%
Bronze Medal
Awarded to the Remaining Finalists
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We provide specialized coaching that focuses on conceptual understanding, practical training, and interview preparation to guide you through all four stages of the Homi Bhabha exam.