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INPhO

Indian National Physics Olympiad

Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
Olympiad stage (national/international)
Annual (a new selection cycle is announced each year)

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About This Exam

Talent Certifications Physics Olympiads
Conducted byHomi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
Exam typeOlympiad stage (national/international)
FieldPhysics
Who can applyStudents selected from NSEP on score, with state-wise representation, in two class groups (Class 12; Classes 10-11). Selected students must register on the HBCSE site.
Age / classClass 10, 11 or 12
How oftenAnnual (a new selection cycle is announced each year)
StagesStage 2 of 5: an advanced written examination held by HBCSE at centres across India; problems are unconventional and of a difficulty comparable to the international Olympiads.
What it leads toTop INPhO performers are called to the Physics Orientation-Cum-Selection Camp (OCSC).
Talent categoryOlympiads
PathwayNSEP > INPhO > OCSC (Physics) > IPhO
RecognitionGovernment
LevelNational
AchievementCertificate of Merit for scores at or above that of the last student selected for the camp.
NSEP→ INPhO →OCSC Physics

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Details checked against official sources on 25 Sep 2026. Always confirm against the current official notification before applying. [1] [2] [3]

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