The International Chemistry Competition (IChC) is a global chemistry challenge designed for high school and university students who are curious about how matter and chemical processes shape the world. As an accessible, research-oriented, and internationally connected program, IChC allows participants to explore chemistry beyond the standard curriculum through real-world problem formats.

Students compete across three rounds, and the total prize pool is 1500 USD, along with international medals (1st, 2nd, 3rd Prizes), national awards, and Gold, Silver, and Bronze Honours for high-scoring finalists. All participants receive official certificates.

With only a pen, paper, and internet access required, students can participate from anywhere in the world. IChC introduces participants to modern chemistry topics, real scientific research, and a supportive global community of young scientists, teachers, mentors, and alumni.

International Chemistry Competition Contest

Aim and Benefits of International Chemistry Competition Contest

• International Recognition: All participants receive official digital certificates, with finalists and top performers earning special distinctions.
• Cash Prizes (Total: 1500 USD): The top achievers in the Final Round receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prizes, awarded globally: 1. Prize Senior: 250 USD, 2. Prize Senior: 175 USD, 3. Prize Senior: 125 USD, 1. Prize Youth: 200 USD, 2. Prize Youth: 150 USD, 3. Prize Youth: 100 USD, 1. Prize Junior: 175 USD, 2. Prize Junior: 125 USD, 3. Prize Junior: 100 USD
• National Awards: The best participants from each country receive national honorary certificates.
• Honours System: High-scoring finalists receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze Honours based on performance.
• Special Awards: Additional awards are available for outstanding teachers, schools, and local student representatives.
• Career & Academic Support: Access to an international alumni network, study opportunities, scholarship information, and mentorship.
• Skill Development: Participants gain experience in research-based problem solving, advanced physics topics, scientific reasoning, and analytical thinking.

Requirements for International Chemistry Competition Contest Qualification

• Open to all high school and university students worldwide.
• Participants are grouped into three age categories:
  • Junior: Grade 10 or below (under 16)
  • Youth: Grades 11–13 (16–18/19)
  • Senior: University level (19+)
• Students in all age groups solve the same problems, but qualification thresholds differ.
• Requires only basic equipment (paper, pen, internet access).
• Solutions may be submitted in any supported language on the IPhyC website (e.g., English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, etc.).

Interview date, Process and Venue for International Chemistry Competition Contest

1. Qualification Round

• Five physics problems of varying difficulty and topics
• Participants may collaborate during this round
• Submission deadline: 29 March 2026

2. Semi-Final Round

• Completed as a supervised or digitally monitored exam
• Includes reading two real scientific research papers

3. Final Round

• Digitally monitored exam with questions covering all major fields of physics
• Conducted globally on a unified exam day
• Top results determine international and national prize winners

Application Deadline

March 29, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to International Chemistry Competition on outreach.eduharbour.com to apply

• Download the problem sheet.
• Solve 5 creative problems.
• Submit your solutions online.

Participation Instructions

• Write your solutions by hand on sheets of paper or type them on a computer.
• Submit your solutions online by the deadline shown on the website. Website: https://intchc.org/submission
• You do not need to include the problem statements in your solution document.
• Show your work to receive full marks. Maximum points: 25.
• Clearly label each problem and highlight your final answers.
• You need to score at least 15/17/20 points as Junior/Youth/Senior to qualify for the Semi-Final Round. See https://intchc.org/age-groups for details.

If you have questions, reach out to: info@intchc.org

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