CBSE has released a notification on National Automobile Olympiad 2025 for students in grades 6-12. Register by July 31!
About the Notification
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in partnership with the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), is pleased to launch the National Automobile Olympiad (NAO) 2025. This prestigious initiative is designed to promote and nurture automotive skills among school students across the country.
Recognising the crucial role of the automotive industry in the national economy and its growing need for a skilled workforce, this Olympiad serves as a timely and valuable platform for students to develop their technical acumen and explore future career possibilities in this vital sector.

Objectives and Format of NAO 2025
The Olympiad aims to:
- Encourage practical and theoretical understanding of the automotive domain.
- Provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, technical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
- Bridge classroom learning with real-world industry challenges.
The structure of the Olympiad includes a range of activities such as written assessments, hands-on demonstrations, and analytical tasks. Participants will also gain exposure to emerging trends in the automotive industry and engage with subject-matter experts.
Eligibility
Students from Class VI to Class XII enrolled in CBSE-affiliated schools.
Registration Fee
Participation is free of cost.
Benefits for Students
Participation in the National Automobile Olympiad offers multiple educational and developmental advantages:
- Enhances studentsβ cognitive and practical skills in applied science and technology.
- Provides a platform for national-level academic exposure.
- Aligns with CBSEβs emphasis on holistic education and skill-based learning.
- Encourages students to explore diverse career paths in the automotive and engineering sectors.
Call to Action for Schools
Heads of CBSE-affiliated institutions are encouraged to inform and motivate eligible students to register for the Olympiad. Facilitating student participation in NAO 2025 will contribute meaningfully to their academic development and vocational orientation.
How to Register?
Interested participants can register through this link.
Deadline
The deadline for registration is July 31, 2025.
Contact Information
For further information or assistance, please write to this email: nep@asdc.org.in