National Level Science Olympiad 2026

The National Level Science Olympiad (NLSO) 2026 is a national-level science assessment and benchmarking exam using the Scientific Aptitude Index (SAI) to measure conceptual understanding, application, reasoning, and interpretation. The exam paper contains 50 multiple-choice questions totaling 150 marks, with a 90-minute duration. Results are reported as an SAI score and performance band to help students, schools, and parents understand strengths and improvement areas. The programme is run under the National Scientific Assessment Test framework by ScienceX.

Standardized Scientific Aptitude Index (SAI) score, performance band, section scores, percentile/rank and a student report showing strengths and improvement areas.

School-level participation; intended for students participating through their schools.

Schools register students; registration options and instructions are provided through ScienceX school registration pages and forms.