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NSO Syllabus for Class 7 (2023) – National Science Olympiad

Update on: 25 Apr 2023, 10:44 AM

NSO Syllabus for Class 7

The National Science Olympiad (NSO) for class 7 will help students deepen their understanding of science, develop their problem-solving skills, learn to work under pressure, and gain confidence. They can also help students develop specific skills that will be useful in future science courses and careers, such as research skills, communication skills, teamwork skills, and more. The syllabus for Class 7 includes a mix of physics, chemistry, and biology topics, as well as questions on logical reasoning and higher-order thinking skills. You can find the NSO syllabus for class 7 in the table below.

Why Science Olympiad for Class 7?ย 

Science olympiads are designed to be challenging and fun, and they can help students develop a love of learning about science.ย This can make them really interested in these subjects and give them a good start for future learning. One cool thing about it is that it helps students to improve at solving problems. It’s not just for school but also for everyday life. When students do well in the NSO, it makes them feel proud and want to do even better in school and other things they try.

Plus, if students do really well in the NSO, they can get prizes like scholarships. These prizes can give them more chances to do great in their studies. So, the NSO is not just a competition; it’s a fun way to learn, get smarter, feel confident, and maybe even win some fantastic prizes.

Also, Check –ย 10 Best Ways for Parents to Prepare Their Young Kids for Olympiads

NSO Syllabus for Class 7 (2023)

The NSO Syllabus consists of three sections,

NSO Science Olympiad Class 7 Syllabus
Section โ€“ 1Section โ€“ 2Section โ€“ 3
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.HeatHigher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section โ€“ 2.
Motion and Time
Electric Current and its Effects
Winds
Storms and Cyclones
Light
Acids
Bases and Salts
Physical and Chemical Changes
Weather
Climate and Adaptations of Animals to Climate
Fibre to Fabric
Nutrition in Plants and Animals
Respiration in Organisms
Transportation in Plants and Animals
Reproduction in Plants
Natural Resources and Their Conservation (Soil, Water: A Precious Resource, Forests our Lifeline, Wastewater Story)

Marking Scheme for NSO Class 7

The marking scheme for Class 7 is given below

SectionTotal no of Questions Marks per Question Total Marks
Section โ€“ 1: Logical Reasoning 10110
Section โ€“ 2: Science 35135
Section โ€“ 3: Achievers Section 5315
Grand Total 50560

Science Olympiadย (NSO)ย Preparation Tips for Class 7

A checklist for students to use as they prepare for the NSO to assist them

  • Start your preparation early and set realistic goals.
  • Study from the NSO syllabus mentioned above.
  • Use good study materials and begin practice answering questions fromย Science olympiad books for class 7 based on the current syllabus and pattern
  • Studying with other students can help you to stay motivated and to learn from each other

To know more in detail on preparation tips for NSO, refer to –ย How to Prepare For National Science Olympiad (NSO)?

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