Olympiad Exam 2024-25

Much like the Olympic games which are known as leading international sporting athletic events. And in this event, many different sports are played by thousands of athletes from across the globe.

Likewise, The Olympiad exams are known as a leading global competitive exam platform where students can participate and showcase their hidden talents at the global level.

These Olympiad exams are held on both national and international levels for students of similar education levels and grades.

Objective

The main objective of the Olympiad examinations is to provide a competitive platform for the students to know their potential, and to demonstrate their talents at State, National & International levels.

More About Examination

  • The Olympiad examinations are considered the most challenging and hardest examination to pass which mainly focuses on Student’s Intelligence Quotient, Creativity Quotient, Emotional Quotient, Spiritual Quotient, Adversity Quotient, Happiness Quotient, and Financial Quotient.
  • The Olympiad exam is held every year.

Subjects –  

Olympiad examinations are conducted on various subjects.

  • Science
  • Computer
  • General Knowledge
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Drawing
  • Essay
  • Social Studies

List of Top Organisation that conducts Exams:

1) Silver Zone

SilverZone organization is especially involved in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like English, Mathematics, Hindi, Social Studies, Reasoning Olympiad, Innovation and Talent Hunt Olympiad.

2) Unified Council

The Unified Council is especially involved in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like Mathematics, English,Cyber, Science and Mathematics.

3) Indian Talent Olympiad

Indian Talent Olympiad is especially involved in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like Science, Mathematics, English, Gk, Computer, Drawing, Essay, Social Study.

4) Eduheal Foundation-

Eduheal Foundation is especially involved in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like Cyber, Mathematics, English, Science and General Knowledge.

5) ICAS Macmillan Education

ICAS Macmillan Education  is especially involved in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Technologies.

6) Indian School Talent Search Exam – Indian School Talent Search Exam is focused more on Mental & Logical Ability, Mathematics, Science and English subjects.

7) ASSET – Educational Initiatives – ASSET – Educational Initiatives is involved  in conducting Olympiad exams on subjects like Science, Mathematics and English.

You will get more details on the respective organization’s official site.

Olympiad Exam Benefits-

These exams help students in various ways, a few listed below.

1) Help to develop a competitive mind.

2) Help to know their potential and capabilities.

3) Help to be more confident.

4) Help to enhance analytical skill.

5) Help to enhance reasoning skill.

6) Help to enhance Problem solving skill.

7) Help to improve logical thinking.

8) Help to develop a competitive spirit.

9) Help to improve their grasping power.

10) Help to get exposure at the State, National & International levels.

11) Help them to learn more about themselves and discover their true talents.

12) Help to improve academic performance.

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Content-

1) International Mathematical Olympiad IMO

  • International Maths Olympiad IMO is conducted by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) annually.
  • The Unified Council, Silver Zone,Indian Talent, Eduheal Foundation, ICAS Macmillan Education, Indian School Talent Search, ) ASSET – Educational Initiatives are the list of organizations that also help and provide a competitive platform for students on Mathematics Subject. (Additional Info)
  • The main purpose of the IMO Examination is to analyze the mathematical skills of students.
  • International Maths Olympiad (IMO) is the platform where students get the opportunity to know their potential, understand the subject in depth, Improve academic performance, and enhance their skills to solve a variety of mathematical sums on state, national and international levels.
  • IMO helps students to develop their capability, creativity, logical thinking and reasoning skills.
  • IMO Encourages students by giving prizes and scholarships to top performers.

List of 6 Levels to participate and eligible for International Maths Olympiad IMO

Level 1 – Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad (PRMO)

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Level 2- Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO)

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Level 3- Indian National Mathematics Olympiad (INMO)

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Level 4- International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC)

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Level 5- Pre-departure Camp (PDC)

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Level 6 – International Mathematical Olympiad IMO

  • IMO Exam Date
  • IMO Exam Pattern
  • IMO Syllabus
  • IMO Eligibility Criteria
  • IMO Result
  • IMO Registration Process.

Level 1 ) Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad (PRMO)

  • The Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad (PRMO) is the entry-level competition for the Mathematics Olympiad.
  • The students who have cleared in Pre RMO Exam, are only eligible to appear for second level ie RMO Exam
  • Mathematics Teachers’ Association (MTA) organizes the Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad.
  • Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) implement the remaining rounds of the Mathematical Olympiad Programme on behalf of National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM)

PRMO Exam Date

PRMO Exam Pattern

PRMO Syllabus

PRMO Eligibility Criteria

PRMO Result

PRMO Registration Process.

Level 2) Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO)

  • Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO) is a second- level competition for the Mathematics Olympiad post-clearing of the Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad (PRMO)
  • Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) on behalf of National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) conducted and facilitates Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO)

RMO Exam Date

RMO Application Form

RMO Syllabus

RMO Eligibility Criteria

RMO Result

Level 3) Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO)

  • Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO) is a competition for the Mathematics Olympiad that takes place in India.
  • Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO) is considered a third important stage for the selection in the International Maths Olympiad IMO which is organized by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) under the supervision of the National Board of Higher Mathematics (NBHM)
  • Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO) is considered one of the most difficult exams and only students who have succeeded in the first two levels will be eligible for the third-level.

INMO Exam Date

INMO Exam Pattern

INMO Syllabus

INMO Eligibility Criteria

INMO Result

INMO Registration Process.

Level 4) International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC)

  • International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC) is a fourth-level competition for the Mathematics Olympiad.
  • The highest achievers from INMO receive invitations from HBCSE to attend the IMOTC.

Level 5 ) Pre-departure Camp (PDC)

Before final selection for International Maths Olympiad IMO, the selected eligible participants undergo a training course which is conducted for 10 days at HBCSE

Level 6- International Mathematical Olympiad IMO

  • The students who succeeded in the above mentioned all 5 levels, will be eligible to participate in the International Mathematical Olympiad IMO.

2) International English Olympiad (IEO)

  • The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) facilitates the International English Olympiad (IEO) exam.
  • The Unified Council, Silver Zone,Indian Talent, Eduheal Foundation, ICAS Macmillan Education, Indian School Talent Search, ) ASSET – Educational Initiatives are the list of organizations that help and provide a competitive platform for students on English Subject. (Additional Info)
  • The International English Olympiad (IEO) is comparatively not a tough exam to crack with good grades.
  • The International English Olympiad (IEO) is conducted in India and the mode of the exam is offline.
  • IEO helps students to get in-depth knowledge of the English language, Improve communication skills, improve personality, and Improve academic performance.
  • IEO encourages top-eligible performers by rewarding them with many prizes and scholarships.

IEO Exam Date

IEO Exam Pattern

IEO Syllabus

IEO Eligibility Criteria

IEO Result

IEO Registration Process.

3) National Science Olympiad (NSO)

  • The National Science Olympiad (NSO) is arranged and facilitated by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) Once a year.
  • The National Science Olympiad (NSO) exam is mainly for students from grade 1 to grade 12.
  • The NSO exam has two levels.
  • Students who succeed in the level 1 NSO exam, must take NSO Level 2 to get incentives, a merit rating, and recognition.
  • NSO helps students to get in-depth knowledge and understanding of the science subject, develop logical thinking and reasoning skills and Improve academic performance.

NSO Exam Date

NSO Exam Pattern

NSO Syllabus

NSO Eligibility Criteria

NSO Result

NSO Registration Process.

4) International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO)

  • The International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) is arranged and facilitated by The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) once a year.
  • Eduheal Foundation, and Indian School Talent Search, organizations also help and provide a platform to students for General Knowledge subject.
  • The International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) exam is mainly for students from grade 1 to grade 10.
  • The main objective of The International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) is to check and analyze students’ general knowledge, their alertness about current events, social and political events, their knowledge of history, geography subjects and also knowledge in various subjects.
  • The main focus is on General knowledge that includes subjects based on important global events, Life skills include subjects focused on skills for managing and leading a better quality of life, Current Affairs includes the awareness of current events, and the tricky kind of questions required high order thinking skills.

IGKO Exam Date

IGKO Exam Pattern

IGKO Syllabus

IGKO Eligibility Criteria

IGKOResult

IGKO Registration Process.

5) National Cyber Olympiad (NCO)

  • The National Cyber Olympiad (NCO) is arranged and facilitated by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) annually.
  • The Unified Council, Eduheal Foundation and

Indian Talent Olympiad is the list of foundations that are also involved in helping and providing a platform to students on Cyber on a global level.  (Additional Info)

  • The National Cyber Olympiad (NCO) exam is mainly designed for students from grade 1 to grade 10.
  • The National Cyber Olympiad (NCO) provides a platform for students to evaluate their proficiency in computers and information technologies.
  • Duration of the NCO exam is 1 hour and the students from CBSE, ICSE, and state boards are eligible to participate in the NCO exam.
  • The National Cyber Olympiad (NCO) helps students to get exposure in the field of computer and information technology at a young age, Get opportunities to enhance their knowledge and interest in computers and technology, Improve their technical knowledge and skill, and also improve academic performance.

NCO Exam Date

NCO Exam Pattern

NCO Syllabus

NCO Eligibility Criteria

NCO Result

NCO Registration Process.

6) International Commerce Olympiad (ICO)

  • The International Commerce Olympiad (ICO) is arranged and facilitated by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) annually.
  • The International Commerce Olympiad (ICO) exam is designed mainly for students who are studying in grades 11 and grade 12.
  • The main objective of The International Commerce Olympiad (ICO) examination is to provide a competitive platform where students can showcase their talent, skills and expertise in subjects like Business, economics, accounting, and related other fields.

ICO Exam Date

ICO Exam Pattern

ICO Syllabus

ICO Eligibility Criteria

ICO Result

ICO Registration Process.

7) International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOOA)

International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOOA) is mainly focused on Astronomy and Astrophysics subjects with the aim to create a Student’s interest and improve their knowledge of space and astronomy.

The International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOOA) examination is conducted for 5 hours for each subject and includes theory and practical.

IOOA Exam Date

IOOA Exam Pattern

IOOA Syllabus

IOOA Eligibility Criteria

IOOA Result

IOOA Registration Process.

8) International Astronomy Olympiad (IAO)

  • International Astronomy Olympiad (IAO) is arranged for junior highschool students (approx age 14-18 years old)
  • The goal of The International Astronomy Olympiad (IAO) exams is to nurture innovative and creative thinking, resourcefulness, and independent thought.

IAO Exam Date

IAO Exam Pattern

IAO Syllabus

IAO Eligibility Criteria

IAO Result

IAO Registration Process.

9) International Biology Olympiad (IBO)

  • The goal of The International Biology Olympiad (IBO) is to provide a competitive platform for students worldwide to grow their international network, to enhance in-depth subject knowledge, to know their potential, to improve their creativity, and to promote their careers as future scientists at the global level.
  • International Biology Olympiad (IBO) is considered the world’s largest and most prestigious biological competition.

IBO Exam Date

IBO Exam Pattern

IBO Syllabus

IBO Eligibility Criteria

IBO Result

IBO Registration Process.

10) Indian National Chemistry Olympiad (INChO)

  • Indian National Chemistry Olympiad (INChO) is a competition arranged and facilitated by Homi Bhabha Centre in collaboration with the Indian Association of Chemistry Teachers annually where in high school students can showcase their talents in their preferred subject, ie Chemistry

INChO Exam Date

INChO Exam Pattern

INChO Syllabus

INChO Eligibility Criteria

INChO Result

11) Indian National Astronomy Olympiad (INAO)

  • The Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) and the Homi Bhabha Centre collaboratively conduct the Indian National Astronomy Olympiad (INAO).
  • The process begins with a national exam given in maximum schools across the nation, and ends with worldwide Olympiads held in various locations across the world.
  • Only those applicants who succeeded in the first stage, ie National Standard Examination of Astronomy (NSEA test), are eligible to take the second stage exam i.e. (INAO).

INAO Exam Date

INAO Exam Pattern

INAO Syllabus

INAO Eligibility Criteria

INAO Result

12) Indian Association Of Physics Teachers (InPhO)

  • Indian Association Of Physics Teachers (InPhO) is a competitive exam arranged by the Indian Association Of Physics Teachers (IAPT) and Homi Bhabha Centre science education (HBCSE)
  • Students in secondary schools who desire to deepen their knowledge of physics on a worldwide scale should appear for InPhO.
  • The shortlisted and eligible students from InPhO get the opportunity to participate in or appear for the International Physics Olympiad.

InPhO Exam Date

InPhO Exam Pattern

InPhO Syllabus

InPhO Eligibility Criteria

InPhO Result

13) Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO)

Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO) which is run by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), includes an examination at the national level as the second level examination.

Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO) is a national-level exam for 11 and 12 grade students and this exam is conducted over 15 locations in India.

INBO Exam Date

INBO Exam Pattern

INBO Syllabus

INBO Eligibility Criteria

INBO Result

14) National Level Science Talent Search Examination

  • National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) is a competitive exam arranged and facilitated by the Unified Council with the goal of seeking and developing the country’s finest scientists.
  • The major focus of this exam is on General Science and Mathematics.
  • National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) helps the students to improve their understanding of the subject, enhance knowledge, improve their academic performance, and know their potential.

NSTSE Exam Date

NSTSE Exam Pattern

NSTSE Syllabus

NSTSE Eligibility Criteria

NSTSE Result

NSTSE Cut off

15) National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB)

  • National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB) is a competitive exam conducted by Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for science education (HBCSE)
  • The goal of The National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB) is to encourage students and give them a platform to compete in international competitions.

NSEB Exam Date

NSEB Exam Pattern

NSEB Syllabus

NSEB Eligibility Criteria

NSEB Result

16) National Standard Examination In Junior Scientific (NSEJS)

National Standard Examination In Junior Scientific (NSEJS) is conducted by The Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for science education (HBCSE)

National Standard Examination In Junior Scientific (NSEJS) is considered the toughest exam to crack with good grades.

The major subjects included in this are Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology.

NSEJS Exam Date

NSEJS  Exam Pattern

NSEJS  Syllabus

NSEJS  Eligibility Criteria

NSEJS  Result

17) National Standard Examination in Chemistry (NSEC)

National Standard Examination in Chemistry (NSEC) is a competitive exam arranged and facilitated by Indian Association of Chemistry Teachers for students studying in 11 th and 12 th grade and who are from CBSE, ICSE, and state boards with the objective to deepen their knowledge in the subject, improve academic performance, and to create interest in the subject.

NSEC Exam Date

NSEC  Exam Pattern

NSEC  Syllabus

NSEC  Eligibility Criteria

NSEC  Result

18) National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP)

National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP) carried out by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT)

The main objective of The National Standard Examination in Physics (NSEP) is to find bright and talented students and prepare them for the International Physics Olympiad (IPO).

NSEP Exam Date

NSEP  Exam Pattern

NSEP  Syllabus

NSEP  Eligibility Criteria

NSEP  Result

19) International Olympiad of Mathematics (IOM)

  • International Olympiad of Mathematics (IOM) is a national and international level competition held once a year conducted by SilverZone Organisation with the objective to provide a competitive platform for mathematics enthusiasts and give them the opportunity to show their talent at the national and international level.
  • The Students from CBSE/ICSE/ICBSE and other State Boards can participate in IOM.
  • The main objective of the International Olympiad of Mathematics (IOM) is to provide a competitive platform for the students to know their true potential, understand the area of improvement, deepen their knowledge in the subject and apply knowledge in the real world.

IOM Exam Date

IOM  Exam Pattern

IOM  Syllabus

IOM  Eligibility Criteria

IOM Result

20) Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Junior Science

  • Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Junior Science (IOQJS) is a competitive exam arranged and facilitated by The Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT) in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Centre for science education (HBCSE).
  • Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Junior Science (IOQJS) has a negative marking system.
  • The goal of the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Junior Science (IOQJS) is to motivate students and to analyze their scientific knowledge by taking part in the competitions on a global level.

IOQJS Exam Date

IOQJS  Exam Pattern

IOQJS  Syllabus

IOQJS Eligibility Criteria

IOQJS Result

21) Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM)

Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) is a competitive examination and is considered a first-level  of the Mathematical Olympiad Programme in India which is conducted and facilitated by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT), Mathematics Teachers Association of India (MTAI), and the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education – Tata Institute of Fundamental Research  collaboratively.

FAQ

Q.1. How do I get 1st rank in the Olympiad exam?

Your Scoring and rank depends on below factors

A) Maximum number of correct answers given,

B) The shortest time is taken for giving answer,

C) The number of incorrect answers

Q.2. Which pencil can I use in the Olympiad exam?

Use of HB pencils is compulsory in olympiad exam

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