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NSMQ 2026: Check out the 147 schools battling in 49 preliminary contests

The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is set to begin its preliminary stage, with 147 schools preparing to battle for qualification to the next round of the prestigious academic competition.
The national championship begins on Thursday, August 20, 2026, with the preliminary stage featuring 49 contests involving three schools in each contest.
The preliminary stage marks the beginning of the journey towards the NSMQ national title, with participating schools expected to test their knowledge and speed across science and mathematics-related questions.
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