Empowering Future Biologists & Bioinformaticians
Organized by BioPC - A Bioinformatics Lab of Research & Training
A national-level competition promoting scientific excellence and modern bioinformatics.
The Biology & Bioinformatics Olympiad 3.0 is a national-level competition organized by BioPC. Following the tremendous success of the previous edition, which attracted nearly 3,000 participants from universities across Bangladesh, BioPC is proud to launch the third edition.
The Olympiad aims to inspire students in the life sciences, promote scientific excellence, and provide a platform for exploring modern biology and bioinformatics through competitive learning and problem-solving.
More than a competition - it's a platform to challenge yourself, develop scientific thinking, and connect with passionate learners nationwide.
Open to undergraduate and graduate students from any recognized university studying Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacy, Zoology, Botany, MBBS, Environmental Science, or any other Life Science discipline. Students from all universities and all academic years are welcome!
Round 1 is a free online screening exam. Round 2 is an advanced campus round for participants who qualify.
Free, fully online screening round conducted through Google Meet, TestMoz, and LiveMCQ.
Subjects: Botany and Zoology, at a level suited to early-year undergraduate students.
Exam date: 31 July 2026
Advanced round held on campus at University of Chittagong (CU), for participants who qualify through Round 1.
Date: To be announced later.
Basic Biochemistry: Biomolecules (Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids), Enzymes & Enzyme Kinetics, Vitamins & Minerals, ATP & Bioenergetics, Protein Structure & Folding, Metabolism (Glycolysis, TCA Cycle, Electron Transport Chain), Hormonal Regulation, pH & Buffer Systems, Basic Human Nutrition.
Cell Biology: Cell Structure (Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic), Cell Organelles, Cell Membrane & Cellular Transport, Cell Cycle & Cell Division, Cytogenetics, Cell Signalling.
Molecular Biology & Genetics: DNA & RNA Structure, Central Dogma, DNA Replication, Transcription, Translation, Gene Expression & Regulation, Chromatin, Nucleosomes & Histones, DNA Repair Mechanisms, Mutations, Genetic Code, PCR, Mendelian Genetics, Linkage & Crossing Over.
Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology: Recombinant DNA Technology, Gene Cloning, Vectors (Plasmid & Viral), Restriction Enzymes & Ligase, Transformation, Transgenic Organisms, CRISPR-Cas9, Gene Therapy, GMOs & Biosafety, Tissue Culture, Protein Engineering, Synthetic Biology, Vaccines, Industrial & Medical Biotechnology.
Microbiology & Immunology: General Microbiology, Bacteriology, Virology, Algology, Mycology, Parasitology, Microbial Diseases, Sterilisation & Disinfection, Antibiotic Resistance, Antigen-Antibody Interaction, Humoral Immunity.
Bioinformatics & Applied AI: Introduction to Bioinformatics, Biological Databases (NCBI, ENSEMBL, PubMed), DNA/RNA/Protein Sequence Analysis, Sequence Alignment, FASTA, BLAST, Gene Expression Analysis, Protein Structure & Interaction, Primer Design, Basics of Programming, Machine Learning Basics, Data Analysis & Biostatistics, AI Applications in Healthcare & Drug Discovery, Bioethics.
Pharmacy: Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics, Drug Action Mechanisms, Drug Development, Toxicology, Basic Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Common Diseases & Symptoms.
Botany: Plant Physiology, Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Biochemistry, Plant Diseases, Plant Anatomy, Plant Morphology, Plant Reproduction, Plant Taxonomy, Evolution of Plants (Algae, Bryophyte, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms, Angiosperms), Economic Botany, Plant Ecology, Forestry and Wildlife Resources of Bangladesh.
Zoology: Digestive System, Blood & Circulatory System, Respiratory System, Kidney & Excretory System, Nervous System, Reproductive System, Immune System, Endocrine System, Locomotion and Organ Movement, Common Human Diseases, Taxonomy, Evolution, Animal Behavior.
Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Organic Chemistry & Functional Groups, Acids & Bases, Solutions, Gases & Liquids, Analytical Chemistry.
Agriculture & Environmental Science: Plant Growth & Development, Soil Science, Crop Science and Crop Improvement, Agricultural Biotechnology, Ecosystem & Biodiversity, Conservation, Climate Change, Environmental Pollution and Monitoring.
Public Health: Determinants of Health, Epidemiology (Incidence, Prevalence, Morbidity, Mortality), Communicable & Non-Communicable Diseases, Disease Prevention (Primary, Secondary & Tertiary) and Screening, Nutrition & Nutritional Deficiencies, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Environmental Health, Maternal & Child Health, Mental Health, One Health.
Fisheries: Fish Biology, Fish Physiology, Aquaculture, Fish Nutrition, Fish Diseases & Health Management, Water Quality Management, Fish Ecology, Fisheries Management, Fish Genetics & Breeding, Aquatic Biodiversity & Conservation, Capture Fisheries & Fishing Gear, Fish Processing & Post-Harvest Technology, Fisheries Resources of Bangladesh.
Scientific History & General Knowledge: History of Biology, Major Scientific Discoveries, Famous Scientists, Nobel Prizes in Life Sciences, Important Inventions, Scientific Organizations, Current Scientific Affairs.
Registration Opens: Open Now
Registration Deadline: 29 July 2026
Round 1 Exam: 31 July 2026
Round 2 Final: Date to be announced later
Closing Time: 11:59 PM (BST)
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Open to undergraduate and graduate students of Life Sciences. Participants must submit accurate name, institution, and contact details.
Only official Google Meet, TestMoz, LiveMCQ, or announced links are valid for the Online Elimination Round.
Registration closes strictly on 29 July 2026. Round 1 will be held on 31 July 2026. Qualified participants must attend the Round 2 campus round at the University of Chittagong (CU) on the date announced later.
Head Coordinator, BioPC
Genetics Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Chittagong
Head of Extracurricular Activities, BioPC
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong
Head of IT and Media Team, BioPC
Soil Science, University of Chittagong
Head of Outreach Team, BioPC
Zoology, University of Chittagong
Head of Question Making Team, BioPC
Pharmacy, Dhaka International University
Head of Cultural Affairs, BioPC
Fisheries Faculty, Bangladesh Agricultural University
Head of Promotional Team, BioPC
Botany, University of Chittagong
Deputy Head of Cultural Affairs, BioPC
Genetics Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Deputy Head of Promotional Team, BioPC
Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of science and technology, Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry, Tejgaon College under NU
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, Jagannath University
Member, BioPC
Microbiology, Bangladesh Agricultural University
Member, BioPC
Bbtech, USTC
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology Chittagong (USTC)
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biotechnology, Brac University
Member, BioPC
Bioinformatics Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Mathematics, Bangladesh Agricultural University
Member, BioPC
EEE (Biotechnology), Manarat International University (MIU)
Member, BioPC
Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Jahangirnagar University
Member, BioPC
Fisheries, University Of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry & Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology
Member, BioPC
Botany, Govt Bangla College
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University
Member, BioPC
Botany, Begum Badrunnessa Government Girls College
Member, BioPC
Botany, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, National University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University, Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, Manarat International University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, Southern University Bangladesh
Member, BioPC
Zoology, National University
Member, BioPC
Microbiology, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Jagannath University
Member, BioPC
Botany, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University Of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Microbiology, University Of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Botany, Govt. Bangla College affiliated with the University of Dhaka
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry, Tejgaon College under NU
Member, BioPC
Fisheries, University Of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, University Of Information Technology and Sciences (UITS)
Member, BioPC
Chemistry, Hazi Mohammad Mohsin College
Member, BioPC
Marine Science, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University
Member, BioPC
Botany, Begum Badrunnessa Government Girls College
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Biotechnology, USTC
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Marine Science, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Mathematics, Shahjalal University of Science & Technology (SUST)
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University, Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Botany, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Bbtech, USTC
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology Chittagong (USTC)
Member, BioPC
Biotechnology, Brac University
Member, BioPC
Bioinformatics Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Mathematics, Bangladesh Agricultural University
Member, BioPC
EEE (Biotechnology), Manarat International University (MIU)
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, East West University
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry & Biotechnology, University of Science and Technology Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, International Islamic University
Member, BioPC
Botany, Begum Badrunnessa Government Girls College
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, Manarat International University
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Jagannath University
Member, BioPC
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Islamic University Bangladesh
Member, BioPC
Botany, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Computer Science and Mathematics, Bangladesh Agricultural University
Member, BioPC
Environmental Science, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Urban and Regional Planning, Jahangirnagar University
Member, BioPC
Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Chittagong
Member, BioPC
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, National University
Member, BioPC
Microbiology, BRAC University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, Dhaka International University
Member, BioPC
Pharmacy, University of Science and Technology Chittagong
BRAC University Society for Biotechnology - BUSB
BMB Higher Studies & Research Club, Cox's Bazar City College
USTC PHARMA SCIENCE CLUB
MIU EEE Club
MIU Pharmacy Club (MIUPC)
Everything you need to know about the 3rd Biology & Bioinformatics Olympiad.
Online round is completely free. If you qualify for the second round, you will have to pay a little fees for offline program support.
The registration deadline is 29 July 2026 at 11:59 PM (BST).
The online round will be conducted through Google Meet, TestMoz, and LiveMCQ.
The final round will be held at the University of Chittagong (CU).
Questions may come from Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Environmental Science, and related Life Science fields.
Yes. The Olympiad will include both fundamental and advanced-level questions so students from different academic backgrounds can participate comfortably.
No. The Olympiad is an individual competition.
Participants with the highest scores in the online elimination round will qualify for the offline final round.
Participants should ensure a stable internet connection, a charged device, and access to the required platforms before the exam starts.
Absolutely. Students from all academic years are encouraged to join.
Registration is completely free. Deadline: 29 July 2026 at 23:59:59 BST.
Time remaining until 29 July 2026 at 23:59:59 BST
50 MCQ questions · 50 marks · 50 minutes · no negative marking. The exam opens automatically at 9:00 PM on exam day. Open the exam hall beforehand, enter your details, and wait on the countdown screen.
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