Mumbai: The Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), a National Centre of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), will celebrate National Science Day – NSD 2026 – with a wide range of engaging and educational activities for students on February 27, 2026, at its campus in Mumbai.
The NSD 2026 celebrations are expected to bring together students, teachers, parents, and science enthusiasts for a day dedicated to learning and discovery.
National Science Day, observed across India every year on February 28, commemorates the discovery of the Raman Effect by eminent Indian physicist C. V. Raman in 1928.
Through NSD 2026, HBCSE aims to honour this milestone in Indian scientific history while encouraging young learners to develop a deeper interest in science and mathematics.
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NSD 2026: Enriching Experience for Students
The NSD 2026 programme at HBCSE-TIFR promises a vibrant and enriching experience for students from primary to higher secondary levels.
The event will feature a diverse array of science exhibits, hands-on experiments, interactive games, puzzles, quizzes, sunspot observation sessions, and rocket demonstrations.
These activities under NSD 2026 are designed to nurture scientific temper, curiosity, and a spirit of inquiry among students.
As part of NSD 2026, participants will have the opportunity to explore experiential learning modules in an interactive environment.
The initiative seeks to foster deeper engagement with science and mathematics while making complex concepts accessible and enjoyable for young learners.
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Students, teachers, parents, and members of the public are invited to participate in NSD 2026 at the HBCSE campus in Mumbai. The organisers have encouraged interested participants to register online at tinyurl.com/NSD-2026.
Further details regarding NSD 2026, including the institute’s address and programme updates, are available on the official website of HBCSE-TIFR https://www.hbcse.tifr.res.in/.
The National Science Day celebration aligns with HBCSE’s continued commitment to promoting excellence in science and mathematics education from the primary school to the undergraduate level.
Through initiatives like National Science Day, the institute contributes significantly to the development of scientific literacy and scientific talent across the country.
