Competition Guidelines

Participation Requirements

Essential information and guidelines for participating in ARBIChO 2026

Eligibility

Age and academic requirements

Registration

Process and deadlines

Rules

Competition guidelines

Documents

Required paperwork

Eligibility Requirements

Academic Requirements

Must be enrolled in secondary education during the 2024-2025 academic year
Not enrolled in any university-level courses
Not holding a secondary school graduation certificate as of January 1, 2025
No more than two participations in previous ARBIChO competitions

Country Representation

Each country may send one team
Teams must be officially endorsed by their national chemistry organization or education ministry
Maximum of 4 students per country
Students must be citizens or legal permanent residents of the country they represent

Competition Rules

Team Composition

4 student participants
2 mentors
Additional teams (up to three) may join; a participation fee applies to each of them
Students must compete in their respective age divisions

Language Requirements

The official languages of the Olympiad are Uzbek and English. Participants may complete the exam in their native language.

Code of Conduct

Academic Integrity

No external resources during examinations
Independent work on all tasks
No communication during competition rounds
Strict adherence to examination rules

Behavioral Standards

Respect for all participants and staff
Punctual attendance at all events
Proper laboratory safety compliance
Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity

Required Documents

For Students

Valid passport copy
Recent photograph
School enrollment verification
Parent/guardian consent form
Medical information form
Travel insurance confirmation

For Mentors

Valid passport copy
Recent photograph
Professional credentials
Institution endorsement letter
Emergency contact information
Code of conduct agreement

Ready to participate in ARBIChO 2026?

Contact Organizing Committee