Vietnam Biology Olympiad (VBO)

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Quality Control Department, Ministry of Education and Training, Vietnam

Round 1, regional and provincial rounds (following the usual October to November pattern)approximate

November 1, 2026 (UTC+7)

A three round national biology competition run since 1994, starting with regional and provincial rounds each autumn before national rounds in early and mid spring. About 5,000 students from 63 provinces enter the first round, and the strongest performers are trained toward Vietnam's team for the International Biology Olympiad.

Registration

Format: In person
Age: 15-18
Participation: Individual
Location: VN
Entry fee: Free
Prize: Advancement through provincial and national rounds; selection for Vietnam's IBO team.

Timeline

Round 1, regional and provincial rounds (following the usual October to November pattern)approximateNovember 1, 2026 (UTC+7) source
Round 3 national round (following the usual March to April pattern)approximateApril 1, 2027 (UTC+7) source

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