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NSO Syllabus for Class 8 (2023) – National Science Olympiad

Update on: 26 Apr 2023, 11:23 AM

NSO Syllabus for Class 8

The National Science Olympiad (NSO) for class 8 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 8 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 in the table below.

Why Science Olympiad for Class 8?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 8 (2023)

The NSO Syllabus consists of three sections,

NSO Science Olympiad Class 8 Syllabus
Section โ€“ 1Section โ€“ 2Section โ€“ 3
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.Crop Production and ManagementHigher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section โ€“ 2.
Microorganisms
Synthetic Fibres and Plastics
Metals and Non-metals
Coal and Petroleum
Combustion and Flame
Conservation of Plants and Animals
Cell
Reproduction and Endocrine System
Force and Pressure
Friction
Sound
Chemical Effects of Electric Current
Some Natural Phenomena
Light
Stars and the Solar System
Pollution of Air and Water

Marking Scheme for NSO Class 8

The marking scheme for Class 8 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 8

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 8 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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