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🌿 State Level · Inaugural Edition · 2026

Assam Botany
Olympiad

A state-level examination celebrating plant science for higher secondary and undergraduate students across all districts of Assam.

4th October, 2026 Examination Date
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Time
All Districts Examination Centres
₹ 200/- Exam Fee

Nurturing the Next Generation of Botanists

The Botanical Society of Assam, established in 1992, is organising the inaugural state-level Assam Botany Olympiad for higher secondary and undergraduate students. The initiative seeks to raise awareness and knowledge on various aspects of Botany among young learners while nurturing their interest in the subject.

By encouraging active participation and healthy competition, the Olympiad also aims to prepare students to meet the standards of national-level entrance examinations, thereby contributing to their academic growth and future scientific pursuits.

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Botanical Society of Assam

Promoting botanical study, research & conservation across NE India since 1992.

1992 Established
33+ Years of service
All Assam Reach

Everything You Need to Know

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Examination Date

The Assam Botany Olympiad will be held on 4th October 2026 (Sunday) from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM simultaneously across all districts of Assam.

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Eligibility

Open to Higher Secondary (Class 11 & 12) and Undergraduate students with Botany as one of their subjects. Only H.S. and U.G. students are eligible.

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Examination Fee

Application fee is ₹200/-. Fill the online form available on bsassam.com. Last date: 31st July 2026.

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Exam Pattern

The examination will be MCQ-based, covering the syllabus of plant science aligned with NCERT Biology textbooks for the respective levels.

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Awards & Recognition

Cash prizes, trophies, and certificates for rank holders. District-level awards for top 5 in each category. E-certificates of participation for all.

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Examination Centres

Centres will be set up in all districts of Assam. Students should apply online to confirm their nearest centre.

Three Levels of Competition

Choose the level that matches your current academic standing.

Level I

Class 11 Students

Higher Secondary – First Year

Covers Class 10 Biology syllabus and Class XI Chapters covering classification, plant morphology, anatomy, and physiology.

Chapters: XI – 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Level II

Class 12 Students

Higher Secondary – Final Year

Covers both Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT Biology syllabus including reproduction, genetics, ecology, and biotechnology.

Chapters: XI – 1,2,3,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13 & XII – 1,4,5,8,9,10,11,12,13
Level III

Undergraduates

12th Pass with Botany as Subject

Same syllabus as Level II but with more in-depth and critical questions demanding higher analytical and applied knowledge.

Chapters: Same as Level II (advanced difficulty)

Recognition at Every Level

🏆 State-Level Honours

  • 1 Top 10 scorers at the state level in each category will be awarded prize money, trophy, and certificates.
  • 2 Award certificates to the top 5 rank holders of each district of Assam in each category.
  • 3 All participating students will receive e-certificates of participation.

🌿 What You Win

  • 💵 Cash prizes for top state-level rank holders in every category
  • 🏅 Trophies recognising botanical excellence
  • 📜 Merit certificates for state and district rank holders
  • ✉️ E-participation certificates for all registered candidates

Mark Your Calendar

Now Open

Online Applications Begin

Fill the application form at bsassam.com/olympiad/student/

31st July 2026

Last Date of Application

Deadline to complete and submit the online application form with payment of ₹200/-

Prior to exam

Admit Cards Issued

Admit cards / hall tickets to be made available through the portal

4th October 2026 (Sunday)

Assam Botany Olympiad 2026

Examination held across all districts of Assam, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Post-Exam

Results & Awards

Results announced and e-certificates along with prize distribution to be conducted

Steps to Register

1

Visit the Official Portal

Go to bsassam.com/olympiad/student/

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Select Your Level

Choose Level I (Class 11), Level II (Class 12), or Level III (UG) based on eligibility.

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Fill the Online Form

Enter personal and academic details as required in the application form.

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Pay ₹200/- & Submit

Complete the payment of ₹200/- examination fee to confirm your registration before 31st July 2026.

The Faces Behind the Olympiad

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Prof. Pradip Kumar Baruah

President, BSA
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Prof. Nilakshee Devi

Secretary, BSA
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Dr. Niraj Agarwala

Coordinator, ABO 2026
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Dr. Jintu Sarma

Co-coordinator, ABO 2026
🕐 Application closes: 31st July 2026

Ready to Test Your Botanical Knowledge?

Join students from across all districts of Assam in celebrating plant science.

Apply Online — ₹200/-