National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP)
Organised by IAPT / HBCSE TIFROfficial Website ↗
First stage of the HBCSE Physics Olympiad pathway. Tests Class 11–12 Physics plus advanced topics. Top performers qualify for INPhO and eventually represent India at the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO).
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
The pathway
How registration works
Through school or IAPT registered centre
Register at iapt.net.in
Pay fee online
School must be registered first
No individual registration allowed.
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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