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SOF National Science Olympiad (NSO) 2024-25

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Eligibility

Class 1 to 12 students

Region

India

Award

Up to ₹50,000 and other benefits

Deadline

Closed

About The Program

SOF National Science Olympiad (NSO) 2024-25 is an opportunity provided by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)* for students of Class 1 to 12. The Olympiad is being organised to give students a platform to showcase their talent and knowledge of science at the national level. The selected students stand a chance to receive up to ₹50,000 and other benefits. 

*SOF is an educational organisation established to promote Science, Mathematics, Computer Education, English, Social Studies, General Knowledge and professional courses.

Source: Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be studying in Class 1 to 12 in a recognised institution/school
Benefits

The selected candidates will receive awards in the following ways:- 

International level awards: 

  • A total of 12 first-rank holders will receive ₹50,000 each, a gold medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance.
  • A total of 12-second rank holders will receive ₹25,000 each, a silver medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance.
  • A total of 12 third-rank holders will receive ₹10,000 each, a bronze medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance.

Zonal Level Awards:

  • A total of 312 first-rank holders will receive ₹5,000 each, a gold medal, and a certificate of zonal excellence.
  • A total of 312 second rank holders will receive ₹2,500 each, a silver medal, and a certificate of zonal excellence.
  • A total of 312 third-rank holders will receive ₹1,000 each, a bronze medal, and a certificate of zonal excellence.
  • A total of 2184 awards comprising gifts worth ₹500 each and a certificate of zonal excellence will be given to students who will rank from 4th to 10th.
  • A total of 4680 awards comprising a certificate of zonal excellence will be given to students who will rank from 11th to 25th.
  • All the participants ranking above 26 plus will receive merit certificates.
How can you apply?

The eligible candidates can apply for the olympiad by using the steps below:- 

Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.)
Step 3: The students are requested to contact the school to apply for the opportunity.

Note:- The prospectus containing the registration forms will be sent to all schools registered with SOF. The schools that have not registered can also request for prospectus by sending an email to - 'info@sofworld.org' or by calling - (0124)-4951200. The schools must return the registration forms to SOF, duly filled in and complete in all respects by the due date at the address below:

Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
1st Floor, Plot no. 99, 
Sector - 44, Gurugram (Haryana) India
Pin Code - 122003 

Important Dates
                                    Application and Exam Timeline
Application Deadline   3rd October 2024
Exam Date 18th October 2024
                                                       Phase 2
Application Deadline  28th October 2024
Exam Date 12th November 2024
                                                          Phase 3
Application Deadline  28th November 2024
Exam Date 3rd December 2024
Selection Criteria

The winners will be selected on the basis of marks and performance in the Olympiad.

Terms and Conditions
  • There will be separate question papers for each class.
  • The olympiad will be conducted in English language.
  • No fee is required from the institution to become a registered examination center.
  • A minimum of 10 students must be registered from each school for SOF NSO.
  • The Olympiad will be conducted during school hours.
  • Individual registrations by students are not accepted.
  • The Olympiad will be based on CBSE, ICSE/ISC, and the State Board syllabus.
  • SOF will register the applicant school and the students based on the Students' Registration Sheet (SRS) received from the School.
  • Schools in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal are required to pay a registration fee of ₹125*(including GST)/US$9 for other countries, per student/olympiad towards the cost of the examination.
  • Schools may charge an additional  ₹25/US$1 for other countries per student towards the honorarium of incharge, remuneration to teachers to teach and guide, and for other expenses.
  • No fee is payable for students suffering from any major physical disability, or an Indian student whose parent was martyred during defense operations.
Contact Details

Science Olympiad Foundation
1st Floor, Plot no. 99, Sector - 44,
Gurgaon (Haryana) - 122003
Email Id: info@sofworld.org | Phone number: 9312680855, 9312680857

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