Vanda National Junior Science Olympiad (VNJSO)
VNJSO Registration Here!
Vanda contests comprises of Vanda National Junior Science Olympiad (VNJSO) – previously Vanda Science National and VANDA International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO) – previously VANDA Science Global Finals held annually around the globe. It is designed to focus on the studentโs ability to think critically and creatively to pick out hidden information to aid them in solving the question.
It follows the Singapore School Science Syllabus with a focus on higher order thinking skills. This allows participants to do better compared to pure-Olympiad papers since they are familiar with most of the topics.
Science Questions in the competition have a strong foundation in scientific knowledge and methodology which include the development of reasoning and analytical skills, decision and problem solving skills, flexible to respond to different context and possessing an open and inquiring mind that is willing to explore new territories and learn new things which are aligned to the desired 21st century competencies.
VNJSO and VIJSO are open to all Grade 3 to Grade 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5) Malaysian students.
Malaysian students who have won Gold/ Silver/ Bronze Award in Vanda Science will be invited to join STEAM AHEAD 2024: VANDA International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO). Contest entry is available on a first come first served basis, so register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Why Vanda Science?
Ignite Your Passion. Vanda ignites studentsโ hidden passion for science! Vanda provides a range of interesting content in questions to spark their curiosity and encourages them to venture deeper into the world of science.
An Opportunity for All. Vanda exposes students to a Science Olympiad Competition that follows closely to their syllabus and their level of content learned. This gives them the confidence to take part in more challenging science competitions and start scoring A*s in Science.
Reaching Greater Heights. Vanda helps students to be comfortable with various science Olympiad papers in the right environment. Vanda wants students to utilize this experience to continue to take part in more challenging Science Olympiad Competitions in the future.
<DOWNLOAD STEAM AHEAD INFO BOOKLET HERE>
Date
VNJSO 2025
Grade Level: 3 to 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5)
Language(s): English
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School: 24-25 April 2025 (Paper- Based)
Individual: 26 April 2025 , Online
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ก๐: 21 March 2025!
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ: https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
STEAM AHEAD 2025- Vanda International Junior Science Olympiad (VIJSO) – previously VANDA Science Global Finals :-
Grade Level: 3 to 11 (Primary 1 to Secondary 5)
Language(s): English
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: 12-16 December 2025 @ TBC
๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: 13 October 2025
๐๐ป๐ณ๐ผ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐พ๐๐ฒ๐๐: TBC
Format
25 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
| Section | Questions | Correct Answer | Wrong Answer | No Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1-10 | +2 points | -1 point | 0 point |
| B | 11-20 | +3 points | 0 point | 0 point |
| C | 21-25 | +4 points | 0 point | 0 point |
Total: 80 points (To avoid negative scores, each student will begin with 10 points)
Language(s): English
Duration: 90-minute
*Only Scientific Calculators are permitted for Secondary level students.
Syllabus Content (Pri 3 – Pri 6) <– Click to view
Syllabus Content (Sec 1 – 4/5) <– Click to view
Sample Questions
- Grade / Primary 3 & 4
- Grade / Primary 5 & 6
- Grade 7 & 8/ Secondary 1 & 2
- Year 9 & 10/11/ Secondary 3 &4/5
Awards
The top 40% of the participants will receive an award certificate and a medal. Others will receive e-Certificates.
| ^Perfect Score | Full marks |
| ^Gold Award | Top 8% |
| Silver Award | Next 12% |
| Bronze Award | Next 20% |
| Honorable Mention | Next 10% |
| Certificate of Participation | Next 50% |
^qualifies as a significant award for International Junior Honor Society (IJHS)
HOW TO REGISTER?
VNJSO 2025
Grade Level: 3 to 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5)
Language(s): English
๐๐ข๐ก๐ง๐๐ฆ๐ง ๐๐๐ง๐
School: 24-25 April 2025 (Paper- Based)
Individual: 26 April 2025 , Online
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ก๐: 21 March 2025!
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ: https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
How to Register?
Step 1:ย Make payment via https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
*You will receive an Instant Receipt via Email with the Bill ID
You may pay for more than 1 child/ student at once by increasing the quantity. Just put in the same Bill ID during registration.
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Step 2:ย After payment, you will be re-directed to the Registration Form automatically. Fill up the Form. Donโt miss this step! ๐
For SCHOOL Bulk Registration: Click to download School Bulk Registration Form
All participating schools MUST have at least 10 students taking part.
All participants MUST register according to CURRENT Year Level in school.
IMPORTANT!!!ย VANDA Scienceย Registrations submitted without meeting minimum requirements will beย automatically voided/ disqualifiedย andย no refundย will be entertained.
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