The events
Eight ways to compete
A flagship microbiology quiz surrounded by a constellation of creative contests — together, a multi-day life-science fiesta.
MicrobiOlympiad
The flagship inter-collegiate microbiology quiz
A two-stage quiz — an online MicrobioLogical Contest (screening) followed by a fast-paced, face-to-face final — run separately for FY, SY and TY undergraduates, plus a dedicated PG track.
- Online prelims + offline finals
- Year-wise UG tracks + PG
- Four live rounds
Allied competitions
Open to participating life-science students — medals and certificates for the top performers in each.
MicrobioSlate
Theme-based scientific essay writing
A scientific essay-writing contest on a microbiology theme, judged by a panel; top performers earn medals and certificates.
MicrobioCanvas
Scientific painting & drawing
A theme-based painting and drawing competition that turns microbial science into art.
MicrobioPodium
Scientific presentations
Theme-based scientific presentations where students communicate research and ideas to a panel of judges.
MicrobioRead
Reading & comprehension
Activities designed to enhance reading skills and scientific comprehension; every participant receives a certificate.
MicrobioSoft
R programming for data analysis
Hands-on sessions introducing students to the R programming language for data analysis and computational tasks.
MicrobioTalk
Lectures by leading microbiologists
An online lecture series featuring successful microbiologists sharing their research and career journeys — from NASA space biology to microbiome research.
MicrobioStreetPlay
Health & hygiene street plays
Street-play performances that raise public awareness about health and hygiene; participation certificates for all.