Space Quiz Competition 2026 at Darshan University
Astronomy Wing, Student Activity Center, Darshan University, Rajkot, Gujarat
📌About the Event
The Space Quiz Competition was organized by the Astronomy Wing of Darshan University as part of its World Space Week 2026 celebrations in Rajkot, Gujarat. The university hosted four days of astronomy and space-science activities from 5 to 8 October 2026, following the global World Space Week theme “Rocket Revolution.” The Space Quiz, conducted on the opening day, was designed to test students’ knowledge of space science, astronomy and exploration through an engaging combination of MCQs and rapid-fire questions.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Organizer: Astronomy Wing, Student Activity Center, Darshan University
- Theme of World Space Week 2026: Rocket Revolution
- Mode: Offline / On-campus
- Venue: Seminar Hall, G Block, Darshan University, Rajkot, Gujarat. The university’s SAC calendar lists the overall World Space Week venues as Seminar Hall G-301 and Auditorium-5. sac.darshan.ac.in
- Quiz format: Questions include multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and rapid-fire rounds, aimed at testing participants’ knowledge of space and astronomy.
📅 Important Dates
- World Space Week programme: 5–8 October 2026
- Space Quiz Competition: 5 October 2026
- Competition timing: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
🎯 Eligibility & Rules
- Eligibilty:
- Open to students of Darshan University. The Student Activity Center states that all university students are eligible to participate in events conducted by its various wings. sac.darshan.ac.in
- Participants were required to complete the event registration according to the official announcement/brochure.
- The Space Quiz included MCQ-based questions and rapid-fire questions covering space-related knowledge.
- Participants were expected to demonstrate their understanding of areas such as space science, astronomy, space exploration and related developments.
- The quiz was conducted physically at the university campus.
🏆 Benefits for the Participants
- Darshan University’s Student Activity Center states that e-certificates are awarded to registered participants after successful participation in SAC events. sac.darshan.ac.in
- Participants get an opportunity to test and showcase their knowledge of astronomy and space science during World Space Week.
- Participation also provides exposure to the university’s wider astronomy-focused programme and its Rocket Revolution theme.