14-year-old Indian student earns 50+ junior scientist certifications, gets invited to NASA rocket launch event

Ahmedabad teen Mahi Bhatt has recorded a special academic achievement where she holds more than 50 certificates as a Junior Scientist from some of the largest space and international bodies in a span of six months.

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Certifications

A 14-year-old resident of Vastral, Mahi is a Class 9 student at Sharadaba Education Campus. She has successfully qualified in junior scientist exams administered by major space agencies globally, such as: 

• ISRO, 

• NASA, 

• European Space Agency, 

• Australian Space Agency, 

• UAE Space Agency.

Collectively, these represent some of the most advanced space research institutions in the world.

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Awarded by UN agencies 

Apart from her accomplishments in space science programs, she has achieved international-level certifications from international bodies such as:  

• United Nations, 

• UNICEF, 

• UNESCO, 

Which highlights her multifaceted involvement in academic activities not related to space studies.

Speaking about her accomplishment, Mahi said,‘‘In the past six months, I have cleared multiple exams conducted by ISRO, NASA, the European Space Agency, the Australian Space Agency, and the UAE Space Agency, which represents the entire Gulf region. In addition, I have cleared three more international-level exams conducted by the UN, UNICEF, and UNESCO.’’.

Her standout performance in NASA’s STEM Junior Scientist programme has also earned her a special invitation to attend a rocket launch event scheduled for 2026 at NASA’s headquarters in the United States. This is an opportunity extended to only a select group of young participants worldwide.

Mahi’s father, Hemang Bhatt, highlighted the significance of the recognition.“For one of NASA’s future rocket launch programs, we have already received a virtual passport and boarding pass. Once the schedule is finalised, we will be invited to participate. This will also be a proud moment for India.’’

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