NSMQ 2026: The battle for academic supremacy begins as 157 schools prepare for national glory

Only three schools will survive the long academic marathon to compete for the ultimate prize at the grand finale on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Across classrooms, libraries and science laboratories, students are sharpening their minds, revising formulas, testing their knowledge and preparing for one of Ghana’s most anticipated academic battles, the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) 2026.

With past champions setting high standards and new contenders eager to announce themselves on the national stage, the 2026 edition promises another thrilling display of brilliance, strategy and academic excellence.