IBO (INTERNATIONAL BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD)

The international biology olympiad is held all over the globe annually. It is conducted for the students of classes 11th and 12th. It is held in all the nations, and every country sends almost the five best students in the international examination. First, students must clear the essential examinations such as zonal, state, national, and international. Later, students are qualified to give exams on the international stage. This examination is an excellent platform for students who want to determine and empower their ability in the field of biology. The IBO (International biology olympiad) combines two science examinations- NSEB and INOB. 

Eligibility criteria of IBO (INTERNATIONAL BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD)

• The students of classes 11th and 12th can examine IBO. 
• The top 4 students in nationals are then able to give examinations in internationals. 
• It is one of the most prestigious biology examinations held all over the country once a year. 
• Students can register for the national examination, and after qualifying, they can quickly appear in the international test. 
• Except for the membership of the IBO associated, there are no such criteria regarding the examination, such as age, minimum marks, etc.

Exam pattern of IBO (INTERNATIONAL BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD)

• The IBO question paper is considered one of the most rigorous examinations. 
• The question paper comprises both theoretical and practical content. Each section covers 50% of weightage.
• The theoretical section consists of cell biology, molecular biology, plant anatomy and physiology, animal anatomy and physiology, genetics and evolution, ecology, and biosystematics.
• The practical section consists of the topics- of science process skills, physical skills, biological methods, physical and chemical methods, microbiological methods, and statistical methods. The participants are ranked according to their scores, and the best students are served with scholarships, awards, certificates, etc.

Syllabus of IBO (INTERNATIONAL BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD)

IBO (International biology olympiad) is one of the most famous and competitive exams. The students are provided the questions which are pretty complicated and logical. Therefore, the students preparing for the exam should understand the syllabus briefly to reduce the chance of blunders. The IBO examination is held in two parts- theoretical and practical. 

Part 1- theoretical section

Part 2- practical section

Types of skills	topics
Science process skills	Observation Measurement Grouping of classification Relationship finding Calculation Data organization and presentation include: Graphs, tables, charts, and photographs Prediction/ projection Hypothesis formulation Variable identification and control Experiments include:  Experimental designs Experimenting Results/data recording Drawing conclusions Representing numerical results with appropriate accuracy (correct number identification)
Basic biological skills	Observation of biological objects using magnifying glasses Work with microscope Work with stereomicroscope Drawing of preparations Precise explanation of biological drawings with the help of the table of physical terms marked with a numerical code
Biological methods	Cytological method Method to study plant anatomy and physiology Ethological methods Ethological and environmental methods Taxonomic methods
Physical and chemical methods	Separation of techniques: chromatography, filtration, configuration Standard tests for different methods such as monosaccharides, lipids, proteins Titration Measuring quant by drip and strip methods Dilution methods Pipetting, including the use of microscopes Microscopy, together with the proper use of counting chambers Determination of absorption of lights Gel electrophoresis
Microbiological methods	Preparing nutrient media Aseptic techniques( flaming and heating glass material)
Statical methods	Probability and probability distribution Application of different statical methods such as mean, mode, median, percentage, variables, standard deviations, standard errors, t-test, chi-square test

IBO Registration

• The students who wish to give the exam can fill out their registration forms from the official website of IBO. 
• The students must have qualified for the zonal and national level of examination before registering for the international exam. In addition, the participants must be members of the official IBO association.
• The students participated in the national examination before appearing in the internationals. 
• Students can register their nation and all the basic and essential details to get registered for the examination.

IBO Results 

• The IBO examination is usually held during July, and the result is declared 4-6 weeks after the completion of the examination. 
• Students can visit the official website to know the results, or it is also declared offline.
• The students get all the required details, such as name, rank, marks, division, etc., through the result.
• The officials calculate the result of both the theoretical and practical sections separately to know about the toppers.
• The medals, certificates, and scholarships are later provided after the result declaration. 

FAQs

• What is the use of the biology olympiad?

The biology olympiad uses the biology olympiad to find students with great ability and knowledge in the field of biology.

• What is the benefit of the biology olympiad?

The biology olympiad helps to enhance their aptitude and improve their knowledge and skills.

• Is there any age limit for the IBO examination?

There is no such age limit in the examination, but the participant must be a student up to class 12th.

• What are the passing marks in the olympiad?

The student must qualify with 50 % marks.