TAPIR Science Competition 2026
The TAPIR Science Competition (TAPIR Science) is an exciting and educational platform designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for science among young learners across Malaysia and beyond. Named after Malaysia’s iconic national animal, the tapir — a symbol of uniqueness and conservation — this competition encourages students to explore the wonders of science through inquiry, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.
The TAPIR Science Competition (TAPIR Science) covers key scientific disciplines in alignment with the Malaysian national curriculum (KSSR & KSSM). Participants will engage with real-world scenarios, hands-on challenges, and thought-provoking questions aimed at developing their scientific knowledge and reasoning skills.
Whether in a classroom, at home, or online, the Tapir Science Competition provides a fun, meaningful, and rewarding experience for all budding scientists. Join us as we nurture the next generation of environmental stewards, innovators, and science leaders!
First Round Competition Info
Exam Date: 24-5-2026 Sunday until 26-5-2026, Tuesday
** MUST join according to timetable
Registration Fee: Joining competition is FREE for selected Malaysia students.
Mode: Online competition
You need a computer equipped with functioning mic and camera with fast & stable internet connection.
Venue: at home / own place ** quiet environment ** plain background without any image or photo
Category: Year 1 (Standard 1) – Year 11 (Form 5) (According to school year after 12th January 2026.)
The maximum number of participants for each category is as follows:
Primary school: standard 1 – 4, each 5 participants, standard 5 & 6, each 10 participants. A maximum of 40 participants from the same primary school.
Secondary school: Form 1 – 4, each 5 participants, Form 5 is 10 participants. A maximum of 35 participants from the same secondary school.
Registration is open from 27th April 2026 until 3rd Mei 2026.
Registration is limited to 6000 participants only.
Registration will be closed earlier if the number of registrations reaches 6000 participants before the registration deadline.
Language Of Paper: Malay + Chinese + English (within the same question)
Total Number Of Questions: 40 multiple choices questions
Time allowed to answer questions: 40 minutes
Important Notice:
Candidate has to complete the competition on his/her own.
Candidates are NOT ALLOWED to use Calculator / dictionary / mobile phone / refer to any website or any material / get help or guidance from any one.
Candidates will be disqualified if perform any of the actions above.
In case of tied scores (in the same category), the participant with the shorter completion time will be ranked higher.
Final Round Competition Info
Platinum winner from First round are qualified to join.
** Platinum winners in the First Round are not required to register again for the Final Round.
Exam Date: 21-6-2026 Sunday, 10am-12pm
** MUST join and submit answer before 12pm.
Registration Fee: Joining competition is FREE
Mode: Online competition
You need a computer equipped with functioning mic and camera with fast & stable internet connection.
Venue: at home / own place ** quiet environment ** plain background without any image or photo
Category: Platinum winners must join the same category as in First Round.
Language Of Paper: Malay + Chinese + English (within the same question)
Total Number Of Questions: 40 multiple choices questions
Time allowed to answer questions: 40 minutes
Important Notice:
Candidate has to complete the competition on his/her own.
Candidates are NOT ALLOWED to use Calculator / dictionary / mobile phone / refer to any website or any material / get help or guidance from any one.
Candidates will be disqualified if perform any of the actions above.
In case of tied scores (in the same category), the participant with the shorter completion time will be ranked higher.
First Round & Final Round Competition Timetable
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Students MUST join during the time windows given (on the date and time allowed only).
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There is NO reschedule/ NO replacement in any circumstances.
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System will open from 10am – 9pm on competition day.
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Need to submit answers before 9pm on that day.
Syllabus
We do not provide sample questions or past year paper.
For revision, please refer to syllabus below or textbook.
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Award for First Round
Top 5 winners of each category will receive Special Award as listed below:
| Award | Award Defination | Will Receive |
| Johan | 1st place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Naib Johan | 2nd place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Ketiga | 3rd place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Keempat | 4th place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Kelima | 5th place within the same category. | e-certificate |
Participants will be awarded based on their performance and ranking as follows:
| Award | Will Receive | |
| Platinum Award | Given to the top 5% of participants. | e-certificate |
| Gold Award | Given to the next 5% of participants. | e-certificate |
| Silver Award | Given to the next 10% of participants. | e-certificate |
| Bronze Award | Given to the next 20% of participants. | e-certificate |
| Honorable Mention | Given to the next 15% of participants. | e-certificate |
| Merit |
Participants who score 50% correct answers and above |
e-certificate |
| Participation | Given to the remaining participants who joined the competition successfully. | e-certificate |
** Platinum winners will be eligible to compete in the FINAL ROUND on 21-6-2026, 10am-12pm.
Please take note:
** Participants who are did not complete the competition / did not join the competition successfully / disqualified will not receive any e-certificate.
** Participants who register the wrong category or attempt the wrong paper will be disqualified and will not receive any e-certificate.
** The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any participant and his or her result due to any violation or suspicious behaviour.
** Participants who are disqualified might not allowed to participate in future events.
** Any attempt to cheat during the exam will result in immediate disqualification and a permanent ban from all future Baxter competitions.
Award for Final Round
Top 5 winner of each category will receive Special Award as listed below:
| Award | Award Defination | Will Receive |
| Johan | 1st place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Naib Johan | 2nd place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Ketiga | 3rd place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Keempat | 4th place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Tempat Kelima | 5th place within the same category. | e-certificate |
| Participation | Given to the remaining participants who joined the competition successfully. | e-certificate |
Please take note:
** Participants who are did not complete the competition / did not join the competition successfully / disqualified will not receive any e-certificate.
** Participants who register the wrong category or attempt the wrong paper will be disqualified and will not receive any e-certificate.
** The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any participant and his or her result due to any violation or suspicious behaviour.
** Participants who are disqualified might not allowed to participate in future events.
** Any attempt to cheat during the exam will result in immediate disqualification and a permanent ban from all future Baxter competitions.
About TAPIR Science Competition 2026 medal order for First Round
We will inform if there is any medals available open for order.
What to prepare for online competition?
What to prepare for online exam?
Exams are monitored through a camera system integrated into the exam platform. Students must use a device with an active, functioning camera and mic with stable internet connectivity throughout the exam. Meanwhile, the exam portal will also record the candidate screen activities for exam security during the exam. So you have to make sure your device, browser, internet connection, camera and screen sharing meet the technical requirements and are properly set up for a smooth and uninterrupted exam experience.
Please note that we are unable to provide support for the following issues, as they are beyond our control:
- If the questions load slowly on the any student’s screen
- If a student experiences issues with the camera or screen sharing
- If a student receives a tab issue warning due to refreshing the page
- And similar individual user-related issues
In such cases, we do not have any administrative control or technical ability to intervene, as these are typically temporary, user-side problems. When we log into the student’s account and exam, in 99.9% of cases, we do not encounter any issues and see that the exam is ongoing. Therefore, students should quickly check their technical setup, refresh the page if necessary, and continue the exam as soon as possible.
In which situations can we provide support and perform checks?
- If the exam icon shows missed or participated even though the exam time has not yet started
- If a student has forgotten their password.
- If the exam portal servers do not respond while attempting to connect to the exam portal (If it is a SERVER ERROR screen)
- If a qualified student’s exam icon do not appear in the exam portal
In such cases, our ADMIN TEAM and IT TEAM can be directly involved in the process, identify the issue, and provide an appropriate solution.
Exam Rules
Poster & KPM Approval Letter
TAPIR Science 2026 registration is closed.
📢 TAPIR Science Competition – Important Announcement
All registered candidates may now log in to the exam portal for mock test practice:
🔗 https://baxtertrainingconsultancy.com/exam_portal/
Login ID format: Tapir+IC Number
👉 Example: IC number 180918101818 → Login ID = Tapir180918101818
Default password: 123456
⏳ Mock test access is available until Friday, 12/09/2025, 11pm.
This is to help you get familiar with the system before the actual competition.
You can attempts the mock 3 times but same set of questions.
⚠️ Reminder: There will be NO re-take allowed during the actual competition under any circumstances.
✅ Please change your password after your first login.
💻 Best device: Laptop with Windows + the latest updated Chrome browser.
🎥 Exam portal tutorial video: https://youtu.be/EFShOhmnpmg
Please like our facebook page so that you will not missed any update.
https://www.facebook.com/tapirsciencecompetition
What to prepare for online competition?
What to prepare for online exam?
Exams are monitored through a camera system integrated into the exam platform. Students must use a device with an active, functioning camera and mic with stable internet connectivity throughout the exam. Meanwhile, the exam portal will also record the candidate screen activities for exam security during the exam. So you have to make sure your device, browser, internet connection, camera and screen sharing meet the technical requirements and are properly set up for a smooth and uninterrupted exam experience.
Please note that we are unable to provide support for the following issues, as they are beyond our control:
- If the questions load slowly on the any student’s screen
- If a student experiences issues with the camera or screen sharing
- If a student receives a tab issue warning due to refreshing the page
- And similar individual user-related issues
In such cases, we do not have any administrative control or technical ability to intervene, as these are typically temporary, user-side problems. When we log into the student’s account and exam, in 99.9% of cases, we do not encounter any issues and see that the exam is ongoing. Therefore, students should quickly check their technical setup, refresh the page if necessary, and continue the exam as soon as possible.
In which situations can we provide support and perform checks?
- If the exam icon shows missed or participated even though the exam time has not yet started
- If a student has forgotten their password.
- If the exam portal servers do not respond while attempting to connect to the exam portal (If it is a SERVER ERROR screen)
- If a qualified student’s exam icon do not appear in the exam portal
In such cases, our ADMIN TEAM and IT TEAM can be directly involved in the process, identify the issue, and provide an appropriate solution.
Exam Rules
TAPIR Science Competition Result:
Check your result using IC number without – or space and password is 123456.
Medal Order:
TAPIR Science Competition is a free competition that provides Malaysian students with the opportunity to experience science contest. As a result, only e-certificates are provided. If you wish to purchase a physical medal for your medalist, please complete the form below. Thank you for your support.
Order form deadline submission to be announced.
Order Form is as listed below.
TAPIR medal order form will be open on result announcement day.