Singapore Chemistry Olympiad (SChO)

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Singapore National Institute of Chemistry, NUS Department of Chemistry and Ministry of Education

Theory Round 2 (following the usual November pattern)approximate

November 1, 2026 (UTC+8)

Singapore's senior chemistry competition for JC1 students, used as the first round of selection for Singapore's International Chemistry Olympiad team. About 150 students sit a theory only exam, and roughly 25 advance to a training programme that narrows to the four students who represent Singapore at IChO.

Registration

Format: In person
Age: 16-17
Participation: Individual
Location: Singapore
Entry fee: Free
Prize: Advancement to the IChO training programme; the top four finishers represent Singapore at the IChO.

Timeline

Theory Round 2 (following the usual November pattern)approximateNovember 1, 2026 (UTC+8) source
IChO training programme (following the usual February to June pattern)approximateFebruary 1, 2027 (UTC+8) source

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