Wingmasters is an exciting, high-energy, and interactive bird quiz designed to celebrate the wonder of the avian world! Whether your child is an aspiring ornithologist, a casual backyard bird watcher, or simply curious about the natural world, Wingmasters offers a welcoming platform to test their knowledge, sharpen their observation skills, and connect with fellow nature lovers.

Organised by Early Bird—an initiative of the Nature Conservation Foundation—Wingmasters isn’t just about answering trivia questions; it’s a celebration of discovery. Through a vibrant mix of intriguing questions,  in lively rounds , the event aims to spark a lifelong passion for wildlife and conservation in young minds.

This year’s edition takes place on 22 November 2026 at ISF Bangalore. 

Participants stand to win attractive prizes courtesy of Zeiss, Avium, WWF India, and Champaca.

Meet the Quizmaster

Bijoy Venugopal is a Bengaluru-based communications professional, avid birder, travel writer, and the founder-editor of the popular nature blog The Green Ogre. With years of birding experience across diverse habitats in India and beyond, Bijoy brings an infectious blend of storytelling, wit, and deep ecological insight to the quiz stage.

Key Information & Highlights

Date: 22 November 2026
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Venue: ISF Bangalore
Entry: Completely Free (No registration or entry fees).
Last Date to Register: November 15, 2026 (Strictly no spot registrations).
Audience Engagement: The live stage round also features dedicated audience questions with special prizes to be won throughout the session.

Guidelines & Eligibility

1.  Registration guidelines
Who Can Join: The quiz is an open format—teams can consist of students from the same school (intra-school), different schools (inter-school), or home-schooled students.
Age Bracket: Open to children aged 10 to 14 years (Grades 5 through 9 equivalent).
Team Structure: Strictly 2 members per team. Solo entries are not permitted due to limited stage space at ISF.

The registration form must be completed and submitted by an adult.

2.  Guidelines for the day of the Quiz
To ensure student safety and smooth logistics, each team must be accompanied by at least one responsible adult (a parent, teacher, guardian, or officially authorized staff member).

Participants must bring:

1. a valid school ID card, Aadhaar card, or any official proof of age.
2. A clipboard and writing pens/pencils for the written prelims round.

About Early Bird
Early Bird, an initiative of the Education and Public Engagement programme at the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF), aims to bring children closer to birds and nature through interactive tools, educational flashcards, handbooks, and multilingual learning materials. Learn more and explore their resources at https://www.early-bird.in/.