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Olympiad Exam 2025-26: Registration, Dates, Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Complete Guide

  13-09-2025

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Olympiad Exam 2025-26: Registration, Dates, Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Complete Guide for Class 1 to 10

The Olympiad Exams 2025-26 are one of the most awaited academic competitions for students of Class 1 to 10. These exams test students’ knowledge, analytical ability, logical reasoning, and creativity beyond school textbooks. 

Students can register individually or through schools, and they have the option to appear in online or offline mode.

 Last Date of Registration

  • School Registration – Round 1: 15th September 2025
  • Individual Registration – Round 1 (Slot 1): 25th October 2025

 Note: Once the exam slot is chosen, it cannot be changed.

 Olympiad Exam Dates – Round 1

Olympiad ExamClassSlot 1Slot 2Mode
ICO – International Computer Olympiad1–101st Dec 20255th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
NSSO – National Social Studies Olympiad1–102nd Dec 20256th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
GKIO – General Knowledge International Olympiad1–103rd Dec 20257th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
EIO – English International Olympiad1–104th Dec 20258th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
ISO – International Science Olympiad1–105th Dec 20259th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
IMO – International Maths Olympiad1–106th Dec 202510th Jan 2026ITO Mobile App
NESO – National Essay Olympiad1–108th Dec 202512th Jan 2026ITO Website
IDO – International Drawing Olympiad1–109th Dec 202513th Jan 2026ITO Website

 Olympiad Syllabus 2025-26 (Class 1–10)

The Olympiad syllabus follows NCERT/CBSE/ICSE curriculum, so students can prepare along with their school studies.

  • ICO (Computer Olympiad): Basics to advanced computer knowledge, coding, internet & cybersecurity.
  • NSSO (Social Studies Olympiad): History, geography, civics, economics, world events.
  • GKIO (General Knowledge): Current affairs, science & tech, sports, famous personalities.
  • EIO (English Olympiad): Grammar, comprehension, writing skills, literature.
  • ISO (Science Olympiad): Physics, Chemistry, Biology, environment & applied science.
  • IMO (Maths Olympiad): Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, data handling, higher-level reasoning.
  • NESO (Essay Olympiad): Creative writing, current issues, social/environmental themes.
  • IDO (Drawing Olympiad): Sketching, creative themes, perspective drawing, awareness-based art.

 Benefits of Olympiad Exams

  • Enhances logical & analytical thinking.
  • Builds confidence by competing at a national & international level.
  • Improves time management and accuracy.
  • Provides early exposure to competitive exams.
  • Certificates, medals, and recognition boost a student’s academic profile.
  • Helps identify strengths and areas of improvement.

 Olympiad Exam Pattern

  • Mode: Online (App/Website) & Offline (School).
  • Questions: Objective type (MCQs) except Essay & Drawing Olympiads.
  • Duration: 45–60 minutes (varies by class & subject).
  • Marking: No negative marking.
  • Levels: Round 1 → (Qualifying Round), Round 2 → (Advanced Round for selected students).

 Preparation Tips for Olympiad Exams 2025-26

  • Understand the Syllabus: Go through subject-wise topics carefully.
  • Refer to Olympiad Books: Use specialized books like MTG, Oswaal, SOF workbooks, and previous year papers.
  • Practice Mock Tests: Take online practice tests regularly for speed & accuracy.
  • Focus on Concepts: Olympiads test application-based learning, not just memorization.
  • Time Management: Practice solving questions within a limited time frame.
  • Stay Updated: For GK & Social Studies Olympiads, keep track of current affairs.
  • Creative Preparation: For Essay & Drawing Olympiads, focus on creativity and originality.

 Recommended Books & Resources

  • Maths & Science: MTG Olympiad books, Oswaal sample papers.
  • English: Wren & Martin (higher classes), Olympiad English workbooks.
  • GK: Pratiyogita Darpan (higher classes), GK Today, Manorama Yearbook.
  • Computers: Coding basics (Scratch, Python), MS Office practice.
  • Essay & Drawing: Practice writing & sketching on real-world themes.

The Olympiad Exams 2025-26 are not just about competition but also about learning and growth. They give students from Class 1 to 10 a platform to explore beyond textbooks, sharpen problem-solving skills, and gain confidence.

With subjects ranging from Maths, Science, English, Social Studies, GK, Computers, Essay, and Drawing, students can choose areas that match their interest and talent.

Tip: Register before the last date, choose your slot wisely, and start preparation early with Olympiad books & mock tests.

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