Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition

Are you ready to explore a world of unique experiments, exciting theories, and incredible discoveries? Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Spardha offers you the opportunity to discover the wonders of science and unleash your inner scientist! Since 1981, the Mumbai Science Teachers' Association has been organizing this competition to encourage students to take an interest in science, develop a scientific attitude, and identify young scientific talent.

The Dr. Homi Bhabha Exam is the perfect method to elucidate scientific concepts and establish a solid groundwork for future studies. With an exhaustive syllabus discussing numerous topics, this competition will challenge your intellect and make you soar to new heights. It also assists participants in getting ready for major entrance examinations like NEET and admission into best institutes like the IITs.

This blog has compiled all the essential details you need to know to participate in this exam, including eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and the rewards and results.

1.0Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition 2025-26

Dr Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Spardha is a high-level competition organized by the Mumbai Science Teachers Association (MSTA) since 1981. The competition seeks to foster scientific thinking and scientific knowledge among students in 6th and 9th classes of English and Marathi-medium schools. Students from all boards are eligible to participate in the competition. Approximately 40,000 students from Maharashtra appear for the examination annually.

2.0Exam Schedule for DHBBC Competition

Stay updated with the latest Dr Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition exam schedule. Mark your calendars and ensure you are fully prepared for the upcoming events. 

3.0DHBBC Syllabus 2025-26

To maximize your chances of success in the DHBBC 2025-26, familiarize yourself with the syllabus thoroughly. Focus your study and preparation primarily on the Maharashtra State Board science textbooks, as most questions will be derived from these sources. Additionally, supplement your studies with content from ICSE, IB, and CBSE books to cover any extra material that may be included.

Questions will also cover general science knowledge and everyday scientific concepts. The table given below details the topics and subjects included in the competition. 

4.0Eligibility Criteria for the DHBBC 2025-26 Exam

The Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition is organized exclusively for students in the 6th and 9th grades. Regardless of the educational board they belong to (SSC / CBSE / ICSE / IB, and more), students are invited to showcase their scientific prowess through a series of evaluations.

The competition evaluates participants based on their performance in three key components: 

• A Written Test
• A Practical Test
• An interview

5.0Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition Registration

Take your chance to participate in the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition! Register yourself for the competition and secure your spot. 

Students can register for the competition online, either through their school or independently. Semi-English section students have the option to choose either English or Marathi as their preferred medium, based on their comfort level. The chosen medium will remain consistent for all subsequent stages of the competition, with no changes allowed as per GBSTA regulations.

Note: Registration through private classes or academies is strictly prohibited.

Student Registration Through Already registered School

1. Visit msta.in and click on 'Apply online for Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition'.
2. Log in using your school login ID and password of last year.
3. Update your school profile and choose three centre preferences from the dropdown list. After providing all details correctly, click on 'AGREE AND SUBMIT'.
4. Click on 'Pay Students Fees'. Input the number of students; the amount will be calculated automatically.
5. You can order the official book for the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition (each book costs Rs. 250/-). Specify the number of books required by standard and medium in the appropriate boxes; the total amount will be calculated automatically.
6. Click on 'PAY NOW' to proceed to the Razorpay payment gateway and select your payment method. After paying the fees, log out and re-login after half an hour.
7. Click on 'Add Students' to enroll the students. Add students individually, making sure all information is accurate.

Note: You can edit the school profile and student information and replace student photos until the last date of registration. After August 10th, no further edits will be allowed.

New School Registration

1. Go to msta.in and click on 'Apply online for Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition'.
2. If your school was not registered last year, click on 'New School Registration'. Fill in all the school details accurately, without using abbreviations or symbols. Provide the complete postal address of the school, including the pincode. Note that GBSTA is not responsible for delays in correspondence due to incomplete addresses. Certificates will be dispatched to this address only.
3. Select three preferred centers from the dropdown list.
4. Your login ID and password will be displayed on your screen and will also be sent via SMS to the in-charge teacher's mobile number and emailed to the school. This login ID and password are unique to each school but will be the same for all students (6th and 9th grade) in the school. Save these credentials for future communications.
5. Click on 'Pay Students Fees'. Enter the number of students; the amount will be calculated automatically.
6. You can order the official book for the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition (each book costs Rs. 250). Specify the number of books required in the appropriate box; the total amount will be calculated automatically. 
7. Click on 'PAY NOW' to proceed to the Razorpay payment gateway and choose your payment method. After paying the fees, log out and then log back in after half an hour.
8. Click on 'Add Students' to register the students. Add students one by one, ensuring all information is correct.

Note: You can edit the school profile, student information, and replace student photos until the last date of registration. No edits will be allowed after August 10th. Once you receive your login ID and password, have the student list ready in the specified format.

9. After paying the fees, log back in after half an hour to add students. 
10. Ensure you have the following for each student:

• Passport size photo (Maximum 2 MB in jpg, png, jpeg format)
• Student's email address
• Student's mobile number (WhatsApp)

11. After entering the student details, click on 'Expert to Excel'. Print the list of registered students. Confirm the details with the students. If any corrections are needed, use the edit option available until August 10, 2023. You can edit the school profile, student information, and replace student photos until the last date of registration. To edit student information, click on the edit option, make the necessary changes, and submit.

Schools are requested to pay the competition fee online & then register their students.

How to Pay the Competition Fee Online?

You can follow the below steps to complete the online fee process: 

1. Collect a fee of Rs. 320 per student. Keep Rs. 20 per student as a school processing fee.
2. Pay the balance Rs. 300 per student online through the payment gateway.
3. Click on 'PAY NOW' to go to the Razorpay payment gateway.
4. Select your own payment option (Net banking, Debit Card, UPI apps).
5. Enter all the necessary details. Click on 'PAY NOW' to proceed with the payment.

Individual Student Registration

1. Go to msta.in and click on 'Apply online for Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition'. Click on 'New Individual Registration'.
2. Enter your mobile number in the appropriate boxes. You will receive an OTP. Enter the OTP in the provided boxes to verify your mobile number. 
3. Complete the form with the student's details.
4. Upload the student’s passport size photo and school bonafide certificate by clicking on the provided buttons (Photo size: Maximum 2 MB in jpg, png, jpeg). If you fail to upload the photo and certificate, your registration will be incomplete. To complete the process, you can log in again and follow the same steps until successful.
5. You can order the official book for the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition (each book costs Rs. 250). If you select the option to order the book, the amount will be automatically calculated, including courier charges of Rs. 50.
6. Click on 'PAY NOW' to be directed to the Razorpay payment gateway. Choose your payment method and enter your account details. Click on 'PAY NOW' to complete the transaction.
7. If your registration is successful, a confirmation will appear on the screen, and you will receive an SMS and email. You can log in using your registered mobile number and OTP to view your registered data. The same login process can be used to view your results.

Note: You can edit the school profile, student information, and replace student photos until the last date of registration. No edits will be allowed after August 10th.

6.0The Homi Bhabha Competition Exam Pattern

Understand the exam pattern of the Homi Bhabha Competition to prepare effectively. Familiarize yourself with the exam's structure, duration, and marking scheme. This knowledge will help you strategize your approach and perform your best on competition day. 

Find the latest exam pattern for the DHBBC competition below, and start preparing accordingly.

7.0Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Fee Structure

Here is the registration fee structure for the Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition. 

• For all regions and all types of schools (with regular fee), the registration fee is Rs. 320 
• For individual student registration (students who are not able to register their name through school), the registration fee is Rs. 500/.

8.0Dr. Homi Bhabha Balvaidnyanik Competition Result

After putting in your hard work and effort, the results will reveal how well you fared in the competition. Keep an eye on the official website for the latest updates on the results declaration. Soon, the result of the theory competition will be declared.