Dear Parents and Students, As educators and mentors, we often look for platforms that do more than just test academic knowledge—we look for initiatives that spark true curiosity, build scientific temperament, and shape future innovators. We are thrilled to bring you Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM)—India's largest digital-based science talent search examination for school students, jointly initiated by Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA), NCERT (Ministry of Education), and NCSM (Ministry of Culture). 📅 IMPORTANT DATES AT A GLANCE * Registration Closes: extended up to 15th October 2026. * Study Material Released: August 20, 2026 * Mock Tests Begin: September 1, 2026 * Level-1 Online Exam Dates: * Classes VI & VII: November 16 and/or November 19, 2026 * Classes VIII & IX: November 17 and/or November 20, 2026 * Classes X & XI: November 18 and/or November 21, 2026 * (Exam Window: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM | Duration: 90 Minutes) * Level-1 Result Declaration: November 30, 2026 🎯 WHO CAN APPLY? (ELIGIBILITY) * Students: Studying in Classes VI to XI. * Boards: CBSE, ICSE, IB, and State Boards. * Exam Venue: Conveniently from home or school using a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop (Android/Windows). 💡 WHY VVM? Beyond ranks and certificates, VVM offers holistic growth: * Connect with Roots: Learn about India’s rich scientific heritage and traditional-to-modern contributions. * Prestigious Mentorship & Exposure: Winners get hands-on training and internships (1 to 3 weeks) at premier national labs like ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, and BARC. * Scholarships & Awards: Cash prizes at state/national levels, plus the Bhaskara Scholarship (Rs. 2, 000/- per month) for National Winners (Himalayans). 📝 SELECTION PROCESS & EXAM PATTERN (LEVEL-I) Students undergo a multi-level evaluation starting right from their devices: * Registration Fee: Rs. 200/- (via online payment gateway). * Question Paper Format (100 MCQs | Total: 400 Marks): * Section-A (30 Mins | 40 Questions | 160 Marks): Focuses on Indian Contributions to Science and Life Stories of Tri-Shakti (Anna Mani, Asima Chatterjee, and Rohini Godbole). No negative marking! (Note: Students must score $ge$ 50% in Section-A for Section-B to be evaluated). * Section-B (60 Mins | 60 Questions | 240 Marks): Covers NCERT/State Board Science & Mathematics/Biology syllabi and Logic & Reasoning. Includes negative marking of -1 mark for incorrect answers. 🚀 HOW TO REGISTER 1. Visit the official website: [https://www.vvm.org.in](https://www.vvm.org.in) 2. Register under the Individual Student Category (or via your school if participating in bulk). 3. Complete the profile, pay the nominal fee of Rs. 200/-, and download the official VVM Exam App to start practicing mock tests right away! Let’s guide our young minds to look beyond textbooks and step into the world of real scientific discovery!