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International Test of Science & Technology

Academic Assessment

An international subject-focused assessment designed to develop scientific understanding, curiosity, reasoning and the ability to apply science to real-world situations.

At a Glance

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  • For: Classes 1–10

  • Mode: Offline

  • Medium: English

  • Duration: 60 Minutes

  • Questions: 30 (1–4) / 35 (5–10)

  • Type: Objective / MCQ

  • Level: Pre + Mains

What is ITST?

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The International Test of Science & Technology (ITST) is designed to understand how well students understand, reason with and apply scientific concepts rather than simply recall facts from textbooks. The assessment encourages students to observe, question, connect scientific ideas and use their understanding to solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.

Why does it matter?

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Science is not only about remembering facts, definitions and formulas. International Test of Science & Technology helps students develop the ability to: • Understand scientific concepts • Observe and interpret information • Connect cause and effect • Apply scientific knowledge • Reason logically • Think about real-world situations scientifically The aim is to encourage students to think like young scientists—not simply remember like a textbook.

What does it assess?

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  • Scientific Understanding — Understanding concepts, principles and scientific relationships.
  • Observation & Interpretation — Observing information, diagrams, situations and patterns and drawing meaningful conclusions.
  • Scientific Reasoning — Using evidence and logical thinking to explain why something happens.
  • Application — Applying scientific knowledge to everyday and unfamiliar situations.
  • Problem Solving — Using scientific understanding to analyse situations and identify appropriate solutions.

How does it work?

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  • Age- and class-appropriate questions
  • Objective assessment format
  • Questions designed around concepts, reasoning and application
  • No negative marking
  • Conducted through participating schools
  • Pre level followed by Mains for qualifying students

How to Participate?

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  1. 1Register. Students of Classes 1–10 can enrol in the International Olympiad through participating schools.
  2. 2Submit. Fill the parent consent form and submit it with the applicable fee to your class teacher.
  3. 3Prepare. Access the physical workbook (hard copy will be given as opted), syllabus, sample papers and preparation resources through the Genie App.
  4. 4Appear. Take the exam at the designated school/examination centre.
  5. 5Discover. Receive your result and performance insights. You may also receive awards, prizes etc as applicable

What happens after the assessment?

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AssessmentResultAcademic Health ReportRecognition

Students receive their assessment results along with performance insights designed to help parents and schools understand core strengths and areas for improvement.

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Recognition & Opportunities

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  • International Level
  • National Level
  • Zonal Level
  • School Level
  • Class Level
  • Genius Student of The Year (Overall Champion)
  • Olympiad Champions (3 in Nos.)
  • Scholarships & surprise gifts

Frequently Asked Questions

International Test of Science & Technology

ITST is an international science and technology assessment designed to evaluate conceptual understanding, scientific reasoning, observation, application and problem-solving.

Students from Classes 1–10 can participate through participating schools.

ITST is aligned with age-appropriate scientific learning while placing greater emphasis on understanding, reasoning and application rather than simple recall.

No. There is no negative marking.

The Pre level is the qualifying assessment. High-performing students are shortlisted for the Mains level according to the applicable qualification criteria.

No special coaching is required. Students should focus on understanding concepts, observing scientific situations and practising application-based questions.

Detailed syllabus, sample papers, previous-year papers and preparation resources are available through the Genie App.

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