Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan
vidyarthi vigyan
📌About the Event
Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) is India’s largest digital science talent search examination. It is a joint initiative by Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA), NCERT, and the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM). Designed for students from Class VI to XI, VVM aims to identify “ignited minds” and nurture a scientific aptitude among the youth.
ℹ️ Program Overview
- Category: National Science Talent Search Examination.
- Organizers: VIBHA, NCERT (Ministry of Education), and NCSM (Ministry of Culture).
- Mode: App-Based Online Exam (Windows/Android only; iOS is not supported for the exam app).
- Eligibility: Students in Classes VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, and XI studying in India.
- Fee: ₹200 (Individual/School registration).
📅 Critical Timeline (2026-27 Cycle)
The 2026-27 session was officially launched on April 3, 2026.
| Event | Tentative Date |
| Registration Opens | April 03, 2026 |
| Study Material Upload | August 20, 2026 |
| Mock Test Starts | September 01, 2026 |
| National Camp (Previous Cycle) | May 16–17, 2026 (at IIT Gandhinagar) |
| Main Examination (Level-I) | November 16 & 19, 2026 |
💰 Rewards & Scholarships
VVM offers prestigious recognition and financial support for top performers:
- 🥇 National Winners: Cash prizes of ₹25,000 (1st), ₹15,000 (2nd), and ₹10,000 (3rd) per class.
- 🎓 Bhaskara Scholarship: A 1-year scholarship for national winners.
- 💼 Internships: Opportunities to visit and intern at premier national research laboratories like ISRO, DRDO, or BARC.
- 📜 Certificates: Merit and participation certificates at District, State, and National levels.
📝 Registration Process
(A) Individual Registration
- Sign Up: Fill in personal details (Name, Class, District) at vvm.org.in.
- Verify: OTP verification via Email ID.
- Pay: Complete payment of ₹200 via the online gateway.
- Dashboard: Access study materials and mock tests post-payment.
(B) School/Institute Registration
- Coordinator: Principal appoints an Exam Coordinator.
- Registration: Register school details and verify via OTP.
- Bulk Add: Coordinator can add students individually or via Excel upload.
- Payment: School can pay in bulk (Online or Offline).
- Note: Schools can retain ₹30 per student as a service charge and remit ₹170 to VVM.
📖 Examination Pattern
The exam focuses on indigenous science and logical reasoning rather than just textbook knowledge:
- Section A (40%): Indian Contribution to Science & Life Stories of Indian Scientists (VVM Study Material).
- Section B (60%): Textbooks (NCERT Curriculum) & Logic/Reasoning.