✅ Key Facts for Class 11–12

• Eligibility: HBBVS is only for Std. 6 and Std. 9 (any board), conducted in English & Marathi mediums.
• Why this page? Many XI–XII students search “Homi Bhabha for class 11/12”. Use this page to confirm eligibility and pick the best alternatives below.

📅 Official HBBVS 2025–26 Schedule (for Std. 6 & 9 — reference)

• Registration (Schools): 1 Jul – 31 Jul 2025 (regular); 1–18 Aug 2025 (late).
• Registration (Individual): 1 Jul – 18 Aug 2025.
• Level I (MCQ Written): Sat, 8 Nov 2025, 2:00–4:00 PM.
• Level II (Practical): Std 6 — 4 Jan 2026; Std 9 — 18 Jan 2026.
• Level III & IV (Project Interview + General Interview): Sun, 15 Mar 2026 (Mumbai).
• Prize Distribution: Sun, 5 Apr / 12 Apr 2026 (as notified).

📝 Pattern & Medium

• Levels: Level I (MCQ), Level II (Practical), Level III (Action Research Project Interview), Level IV (General Interview).
• Medium: English / Marathi (Semi-English can choose either).

🔁 Best Alternatives for Class 11–12 (Science)

• NSEP / INPhO (Physics)
• NSEC / INChO (Chemistry)
• NSEB / INBO (Biology)
• NSEA / INAO (Astronomy)
• IOQM → INMO (Mathematics)
• KVPY / INSPIRE Successor
• INSPIRE–MANAK (XI–XII eligible)

🔎 FAQ — HBBVS for XI–XII

• Is HBBVS open to Class 11 or 12? No, only Std. 6 and 9.
• Can XI–XII appear privately? No, eligibility is strictly Std. 6/9 as per organizer rules.
• Which exam is closest to HBBVS hands‑on style? For XI–XII, try NSEs → INO pathways (Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Astronomy) featuring descriptive/practical components at later stages.

🔗 Official Links

• MSTA Eligibility (Terms & Conditions): msta.in/terms-and-conditions
• Competition Schedule 2025–26: msta.in/schedule-2025-2026

📝 Disclaimer

This page targets Class 11–12 students seeking HBBVS. All eligibility/schedule info is from the official MSTA pages linked above. Always check latest notices on msta.in before planning.