[content_box title=”Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad Award Ceremony will be conducted from 9.00 am to 11.00 am on Thursday 30 January 2014 at Mahaweli Centre Auditorium, 69, Ananda Cumaraswamy Mawatha (Nelum Pokuna Mawatha), Colombo 07. ” color=black] Location Map of Mahaweli Center
Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad 2013 was conducted from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon on Sunday 30 June 2013 at the following Centers:
Check your results based on your examination center.
Based on the results, 12 Gold, 15 Silver, 22 Bronze Medals and 32 Merit certificates are to be awarded.
Your name is here? We will contact you to inform you on the date of the Award Ceremony, which will be held in December 2013. Please send sms with your name and school to 077-1115565 to confirm your participation. If you have any queries, please contact Chaturanga (071-5519678) or Trishan (077-1115565), Olympiad Coordinating center at University of Sri Jayewardeneprua.
Gold Medal Winners (12)
IBO Eligibility: Yes = Can participate and No = Cannot participate at International Biology Olympiad based on Birthday as stated below
Silver Medal Winners (12)
IBO Eligibility: Yes = Can participate and No = Cannot participate at International Biology Olympiad based on Birthday as stated below
Bronze Medal Winners (12)
Merit Certificate Winners (32)
Best three students will also be felicitated with other National Olympiad winners (such as Physics, Mathematics Olympiad) at World Science Day Ceremony, organized by National Science Foundation.
Those who score more than 50% of the marks will be awarded a merit certificate from IOB. You will receive your certificate by post in due course.
Participation at International Biology Olympiad 2014 in Bali, Indonesia
IBO 2014, Bali
Four students will be selected to participate at the International Biology Olympiad 2014, to be held in Bali, Indonesia from 6-13 July 2014, after the Second Round examination of the Sri Lanka Biology Olympiad 2013, which would be conducted for the eligible gold and silver medallists.
To participate International Competition the contestants should be born on the 1st of July of 1994 or later (below 20 years of age).
Frequently Asked Questions — National Competition Guide
About the Olympiad
1What is the Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad (SLBO)?
The Sri Lankan Biology Olympiad is a national competition organized by the Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka, designed to identify and nurture talented students in Biology. Winners will have the opportunity to represent Sri Lanka at the International Biology Olympiad.
2When is the SLBO 2026 examination?
The examination will be held on Sunday, 2nd August 2026 as an online examination.
Eligibility
3Who can apply?
Students studying for the 2026 or 2027 G.C.E. A/L examinations, both local and international, can apply.
4Is there an age limit?
There is no age limit for the local competition. However, students selected for the International Biology Olympiad must be below 20 years of age on 30th June 2027.
5Can private candidates apply?
Yes. Private candidates are fully eligible to apply.
6Can repeat candidates apply?
Yes. Students sitting for A/L examinations for the second or third time are also eligible to apply.
Application & Payment
7What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs. 1,800.00. Please note that this fee is non-refundable.
8How should I make the payment?
Payments should be made directly to the Institute of Biology bank account:
Account Name: Institute of Biology
Account Number: 086-1-001-4-1191763
Bank: Peoples Bank, Thimbirigasyaya Branch
9What is the application deadline?
Applications should be submitted on or before 10th July 2026.
Examination Details
10What is the format of the examination?
The examination is conducted online and consists of 50 MCQ and True/False questions.
11What languages are available?
Students can sit for the examination in Sinhala, Tamil, or English medium.
12What equipment do I need?
You will need a mobile device or laptop with internet access.
13What subject areas are covered?
The examination covers the following topics:
Chemical and Cellular Basis of Life
Evolution and Diversity of Organisms
Functioning Plant
Functioning Animal
Genetics
Environment
14Are Units 6–10 of the A/L syllabus included?
No. Questions from Units 6–10 of the local G.C.E. A/L syllabus will not be asked.
Awards & Opportunities
15What awards are given?
Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals will be awarded based on performance. Certificates will also be awarded to high-performing students.
16What international opportunities are available?
Four students will be selected to represent Sri Lanka at the 38th International Biology Olympiad (IBO), to be held in Warsaw, Poland, from July 18 to July 26, 2027.
Contact
17Who can I contact for more information?
SLBO Coordinating Centre
Department of Forestry and Environmental Science
University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda
