The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) announced the results for the National Science Olympiad (NSO) Level 1 exam for the 2025-26 academic year on January 12, 2026 . Students who took the exam can now check their scores online. The results are available on the official SOF website at results.sofworld.org . Schools will also receive the results directly.
The SOF National Science Olympiad Level 1 exams were held on three different dates: November 13, November 27, and December 11, 2025 . This exam is a popular competition that encourages students to improve their scientific knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Key Dates for NSO 2025-26
Here are the important dates related to the SOF NSO Level 1 results and the upcoming Level 2 exam:
| Event | Date |
| NSO Level 1 Exam Dates | November 13, November 27, December 11, 2025 |
| NSO Level 1 Result Declaration | January 12, 2026 |
| NSO Level 2 Exam Date (General) | February 8, 2026 |
| NSO Level 2 Exam Date (Maharashtra) | February 15, 2026 |
How to Check NSO Level 1 Result 2025-26
Students can easily check their SOF NSO Level 1 results by following these simple steps:
- Go to the official SOF results website: results.sofworld.org/results .
- Look for the section to enter your exam details.
- Type in your unique roll number . This is the number you used during the exam.
- You might see a small math problem or a set of letters to type. This is called a captcha. Solve it or type the letters correctly.
- Click the 'Submit' button.
- Your NSO Level 1 result for 2025-26 will appear on your screen.
- It is a good idea to download and save your result. You can also print a copy for your records.
About the National Science Olympiad (NSO)
The National Science Olympiad (NSO) is an annual competition organized by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF). Its main goal is to promote science among school students and help them develop their scientific reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Lakhs of students from different schools across India participate in this exam every year.
The NSO is conducted in two levels. Level 1 is the first stage, which most students participate in. Those who perform well in Level 1 then qualify to appear for Level 2.
What's Next: NSO Level 2 Exam
Students who have qualified in the Level 1 exam will now prepare for the NSO Level 2 exam. The Level 2 exam is a more challenging stage, designed to test deeper understanding and application of scientific concepts.
The SOF has set the date for the NSO Level 2 exam 2026 as February 8, 2026 . However, for students in Maharashtra, the Level 2 exam will be held on February 15, 2026 . Qualified students should keep these dates in mind and start their preparations accordingly.
It is important for all students to carefully check their results and note down their scores. For those who qualified, focus on preparing for the Level 2 exam to achieve further success in the National Science Olympiad.
