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.

I

Written Test

A 90-minute, 100-mark MCQ exam. The top 7.5% of students qualify for the next phase.

II

Practical Test

A 30-minute, 30-mark hands-on test involving science experiments for both standards.

III

General Interview

A 5-7 minute interview to assess your scientific curiosity and general awareness.

IV

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.

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Gold Medal

₹ 3,000

Awarded to the Top 10%

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Silver Medal

₹ 2,000

Awarded to the Next 60%

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Bronze Medal

₹ 1,000

Awarded to the Remaining Finalists

Begin Your Scientific Journey with Aarohaan

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.