Macmillan Budding Scientist (MBS) is a nation-wide programme designed to spark scientific curiosity and temper in students of Grades 6–8. In partnership with the Indian Institute(s) of Technology (IITs), MBS provides a platform for young learners in grades 6, 7 and 8 to define challenges in their environment, ideate for solutions, develop prototypes and test them.
Students engage with the scientific community, develop a structured approach to inquiry, and get a chance to present their ideas at an IIT campus—offering a glimpse into the life of an IITian.
#IgniteCuriosity with MBS and nurture the next generation of problem-solvers.
Apply scientific acumen to real life challenges and provide solutions to them!
Classes6 to 8 |
Maximum 3 Teams
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Classes6 to 8 |
Team Size3 students & 1 coordinating teacher |
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Internet of Things & Artificial intelligence |
Environmental Science |
Biological Sciences |
Physical Sciences |
Chemical Sciences |
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Smart home solutions, Natural Language Processing (NLP) | Solutions for water/air purification, noise pollution etc. |
Treatment of injuries, diseases, vaccinations etc. |
Improving efficiency of machines/tools etc. | Identifying adulterants |
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First Prize₹25000along with the certificate of achievement and study materials. |
Second Prize₹20000along with the certificate of achievement and study materials. |
Macmillan will honour the contribution of the scientific mentor and the Head of the concerned institution for fostering scientific talent in awardees. Certificate of Participation for all students. |

Mr. Sudhanshu Shekhar

Mr. John Stephen

Farahat Hasan

Jayan Kambrath

Ms. Dhriti Malhotra

Mr. Anand Victor

Mrs. Anmol Badjatia

Ms. Geetika Ahuja

Smt. Lakshmi Arulaalan

Sr. Ann Joicy
Macmillan Education India Private Limited

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