KAMP — NCSM Science Activity Programme (NASTA)
Organised by National Council of Science Museums (NCSM)Official Website ↗
NCSM's science activity competition promoting hands-on science. Students build and demonstrate models and projects. Government-supported. Different from paper-based olympiads — practical science focus.
Eligibility
Class 6–10
Fee
Nominal — varies by state
Reg. Opens
Jun–Jul–Aug
Exam Date
Sep–Oct 2026 (district level)
Level
District → State → National
Pathway Stage
National Entry
About this olympiad
The pathway
How registration works
Through school or district education office
Contact nearest NCSM science centre
Available through government and aided schools.
How to prepare
Understand the syllabus
Focus on the core concepts of the Science curriculum with a higher weightage on analytical problems.
Solve past papers
Practice with previous years' question papers to understand the exam pattern and marking scheme.
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Get notified when KAMP / NASTA 2026 registration opens.
Quick Facts
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National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB)
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