The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) has officially announced the results for the National Science Olympiad (NSO) Level 1 for the academic year 2025-26. Students from Classes 1 to 12 who participated in the exams held in November and December 2025 can now download their digital scorecards.
SOF NSO 2025-26 Key Highlights
| Event Details | Date / Information |
|---|---|
| NSO Level 1 Result Date | January 12, 2026 |
| NSO Level 2 Exam Date | Feb 8, 2026 (General) / Feb 15, 2026 (MH) |
| Mode of Result | Online (Roll Number Based) |
| Level 2 Eligibility | Classes 3 to 12 Only |
How to Check NSO Level 1 Results Online
To view your performance and rank, follow these steps:
- Visit the official result portal: results.sofworld.org/results.
- From the drop-down menu, select “SOF NSO 2025-26”.
- Enter your Roll Number using the format: SchoolCode-Class-RollNo (e.g., AN1025-08-005).
- Complete the captcha/math verification.
- Click on “View Results” to see your International, Zonal, and School ranks.
Who Qualifies for NSO Level 2?
For students in Class 3 to Class 12, qualification for the Level 2 exam is based on the following criteria:
- Global Top 5%: Top 5% of candidates, class-wise, who appeared for the Level 1 exam.
- Zone/State Top 25: Top 25 rank holders from each Zone and each Class.
- School Level: Class Topper where at least 10 students from a class appeared and scored minimum 50% marks.
Note: Students of Class 1 & 2 are judged solely on Level 1 performance; no Level 2 exam is conducted for them.
Student Performance Report (SPR)
Every participant receives a comprehensive SPR. It provides a deep dive into your scientific strengths:
- Section A: Marks and Rank achieved at School/City/Zonal/International levels.
- Section B: Past Year-wise performance graph.
- Section C: Correct answers vs. Student’s answers for every question.
- Section D: Percentile score analysis compared to the rest of the world.
Awards and Scholarships
International toppers are awarded cash prizes up to ₹50,000, gold medals, and trophies. Zonal toppers receive cash awards and medals of excellence. All participants receive a Certificate of Participation.