NSECNational → InternationalScience
National Standard Examination in Chemistry (NSEC)
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First stage of HBCSE Chemistry Olympiad pathway. Tests Physical Organic and Inorganic Chemistry beyond Class 12. Top performers represent India at IChO.
Eligibility
Class 11–12
Fee
₹200 approx
Reg. Opens
Aug–Sep
Exam Date
Nov 22 2026
Level
National → International
Pathway Stage
National Entry
About this olympiad
First stage of HBCSE Chemistry Olympiad pathway. Tests Physical Organic and Inorganic Chemistry beyond Class 12. Top performers represent India at IChO.
The pathway
Stage 1 of 5 (NSE
INO
OCSC
PDC
IChO)
How registration works
1
Through school or IAPT registered centre
2
Register at iapt.net.in
3
School must be registered first.
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.
Notify Me
Get notified when NSEC 2026 registration opens.
Quick Facts
TypeScience Olympiad
International?Yes
Govt Recognized?Yes
Online Exam?No
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