International Biology Olympiad (IBO)

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IBO Coordinating Centre and the annual host country

IBO 2027 (host to be confirmed)approximate

July 12, 2027 (UTC)

An annual biology competition for secondary school students, combining a written theory exam with hands on laboratory practicals. Each country sends a national team of up to four students selected through its own biology olympiad.

Registration

Format: In person
Age: 13-19
Participation: Individual
Location: International
Entry fee: Free
Prize: Gold, silver or bronze medal awarded by score.

Timeline

IBO 2026 (Vilnius, Lithuania)July 12, 2026 (UTC+3) source
Results announced (IBO 2026)July 19, 2026 (UTC+3) source
IBO 2027 (host to be confirmed)approximateJuly 12, 2027 (UTC) source

Country pathways

Real national qualifier pathways into this competition, where one exists.

India official site

Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO)approximateJanuary 24, 2027 source

Visit the official site