IGSO 2027: the 2nd International General Science Olympiad, Bangkok, Thailand
17–21 March 2027 at Al Meroz Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand. Seven age categories, two segments (Olympiad and Project Presentation) and US$6,000 in cash prizes, plus medals, trophies and certificates. The only registration open today is the free Preliminary Round, closing 20 November 2026.
Categories
- Wonderist: Classes 1–2, ages 6–7
- Explorers: Classes 3–4, ages 8–9
- Innovators: Classes 5–6, ages 10–11
- Vanguard: Classes 7–8, ages 12–13
- Pioneers: Classes 9–10, ages 14–16
- Trailblazers: Classes 11–12, ages 17–19
- Scholars: University, ages 20–24
Project Presentation fields
- Astronomy & Space Science
- Technology & Applied Science
- Earth & Environmental Science
- Biological & Life Sciences
- Chemical & Materials Science
- Physics, Energy & Engineering
Prizes
- Olympiad medals: US$2,450 (7 categories × $350)
- Project medals: US$2,450 (7 categories × $350)
- Perfect Scorer: US$500 (A perfect 60 / 60 in the Olympiad)
- Institution · Partner · Creativity: US$600 ($200 each)
Special cash awards
- Perfect Scorer $500: Only for a perfect 60 / 60 in the Olympiad.
- Best Institution $200: The school with the strongest results.
- Best Partner $200: Our most outstanding partner.
- Best Creativity $200: The boldest, most original project.
Honour awards
- Best International Delegation: Free Full Package for the leader at the next IGSO.
- Best Mentor / Coach: Free Event Entry to the next IGSO.
- Rising Star: Top young scientist, Classes 1–4.
Five days in Bangkok
- 17 March: Arrival & welcome. Airport pickup · check-in from 12:00 · badges and gift kit
- 18 March: Competition day & river cruise. Olympiad and project judging · evening dinner cruise
- 19 March: Explore Bangkok. Guided full-day tour of temples and landmarks
- 20 March: Prize-giving ceremony. Results · medals · secret threshold reveal · special awards
- 21 March: Breakfast & departure. Check-out by 12:00 · airport transfers
Packages
- Early-bird full package: US$650
- Standard full package: US$750
- Event Entry: US$200
Frequently asked questions
Which registration is open right now?
The Preliminary Round. It is free, closes on 20 November 2026, and the preliminary exam is on 30 November 2026. International Round registration and payment details will be announced separately.
Can I join the International Round without the hotel package?
Yes. Event Entry ($200) covers the competition, ceremony and gifts.
Can my parents come?
Yes. Each guardian needs at least the $200 Event Entry to enter the venue.
Can I enter both segments?
Yes. The Olympiad and one project are both included.
Can team members be in different categories?
Yes. The whole team competes in the team leader's category.
Can we enter a project that won somewhere else?
Yes. Tell the judges what you have improved since.
Can one student enter two projects?
Yes. Each extra project has an extra entry fee.
Do we send anything before the event?
Yes: your presentation slides (PPTX or PDF), through the submission page, before the deadline. Bring everything else to Bangkok.
Can a teacher or parent help us present?
No. Adults can help you prepare, but only students present and answer.
What if my experiment didn't work?
Bring it. Honest results, and what you learned from them, earn marks.
What if my visa is refused?
70% refund with the official rejection letter.
Is the food halal?
Yes. All hotel dining is halal-certified.
Where do I study?
Syllabus, books, sample questions and mock tests are on our website and Learnect.