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Olympiad Exams for
8th, 9th & 10th Std Students
Everything you need to know — which exams, registration months, exam dates, advantages, and official websites. Start your Olympiad journey today!
📚 Class 8
📘 Class 9
📗 Class 10
Complete Exam List
Olympiad Exams for Class 8, 9 & 10 Students
There are 15+ major Olympiad exams available for students of Classes 8, 9 and 10 — covering Mathematics, Science, English, Computer Science, General Knowledge and more. Here's a detailed breakdown of each.
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International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: November – December
Level 2: February
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: Mathematics + Logical Reasoning
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National Science Olympiad (NSO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: November – December
Level 2: February
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: Science + Logical Reasoning
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International English Olympiad (IEO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: September – November
Level 2: February
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: English Grammar, Reading, Writing
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International Computer Science Olympiad (ICSO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: September, October, January
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: Computer Science, Logical Reasoning
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International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: October – November
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: GK, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning
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National Standard Exam in Junior Science (NSEJS)
IAPT (Indian Association of Physics Teachers)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: August 1 – Mid September
Exam Month: November (last 2 weeks)
Next Stage: INJSO → IJSO (International)
Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths
Mode: Offline, Pen & Paper
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Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM)
HBCSE / MTAI / MTA
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – August
Exam Month: September
Next Stage: RMO → INMO → IMO
Subjects: Advanced Mathematics
Mode: Offline, 3-hour paper
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National Talent Search Examination (NTSE)
NCERT — Government of India
Class 10 Only
Registration: July – September
Stage 1 (State): November
Stage 2 (National): May
Scholarship: ₹1,250/month (Std 11–12), ₹2,000 (UG/PG)
Subjects: MAT + SAT (all subjects)
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UIEO / UIMO / UISO / UICHO
Unified Council
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – October
Exam Month: October – January
Mode: Online + Offline
Exams: English, Maths, Science, Cyber, Hindi
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Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO) — Multiple Subjects
Indian Talent Organisation
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: Anytime (Individual)
School Reg: Sept 2026
Exam Month: Nov–Dec (Offline), Nov–Jan (Online)
Subjects: Maths, Science, English, GK, Drawing, Essay
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Silver Zone Olympiad (ISFIO, iOM, iOS, iOEL)
Silver Zone Foundation
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: August – September
Exam Month: October – January
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: Maths, Science, English, French, Social Studies
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CREST Olympiad (CMO, CSO, CEO, CCO, CGKO)
CREST Olympiads
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: August – October
Exam Month: October – January
Mode: Online (from home)
Subjects: Maths, Science, English, Cyber, GK, Reasoning
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Unicus Olympiad (UMO, USO, UEO, UCO, UGKO)
Unicus Olympiads
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: August – October
Exam Month: October – February
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: Maths, Science, English, Cyber, Critical Thinking
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International Social Studies Olympiad (ISSO)
Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: July – September
Exam Month: September – November
Mode: Offline via School
Subjects: History, Geography, Civics, GK
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Indian School Talent Search Exam (ISTSE)
ISTSE — Govt. Recognised
Class 8Class 9Class 10
Registration: August – October
Exam Month: November – December
Mode: Online / Offline
Subjects: Maths, Science, English, Mental Ability
Month-by-Month Guide
Olympiad Exam Calendar — When to Register & When to Appear
Registrations typically open in July–August and exams run from September to January. Plan ahead so you never miss a deadline!
☀️ June – July
SOF Olympiad registrations open
IOQM registration begins
Start preparation & buy study material
📋 August
NSEJS / NSEP / NSEC registration Aug 1
Silver Zone, CREST, Unicus open
NTSE registration opens
Indian Talent school registration
📝 September
IOQM Exam — September 7
IEO Set 1, ICSO Set 1, IGKO begins
NSEJS registration closes mid-Sept
Unified Council exams start
🍂 October
IEO Set 2, IGKO exams
Silver Zone, CREST exams begin
Individual ITO registration closes
NTSE State Level preparation phase
🏅 November
NSEJS Exam — last 2 weeks of Nov
NSO, IMO Set 1 exams
ITO Offline exams (school)
NTSE Stage 1 — State Level
RMO — Regional Maths Olympiad
❄️ December
NSO, IMO, IEO Set 2 exams
ITO Online exams continue
ISTSE exams
Results of NSEJS declared
🌟 January
INMO — Indian National Maths Olympiad
IOQJS (Junior Science Qualifier)
ICSO Set 3, ITO Online final
Level 1 results declared (SOF)
🎯 February
SOF Level 2 Exams (NSO, IMO, IEO)
INJSO — National Junior Science
Scholarships & rank certificates issued
🌸 May
NTSE Stage 2 — National Level
IMOTC — International Maths Training Camp
Results & scholarship awards
⚡ Quick Registration Tip
Most Olympiad registrations happen through your school. Talk to your class teacher or headmaster by July–August every year. For individual registration (without school), visit the official website directly. Some exams like CREST and Unicus allow direct home-based online registration anytime!
Why Participate?
Advantages of Attending Olympiad Exams
Olympiads are more than just competitions — they shape your thinking, boost your career prospects and give you a national/international edge from a young age.
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Builds Deep Conceptual Understanding
Olympiad questions go beyond rote learning — they test your true understanding of concepts. This builds a stronger foundation for JEE, NEET, and board exams automatically.
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National & International Recognition
Top performers receive medals, trophies, certificates and rankings at national and international levels. These are valuable additions to your academic portfolio and college applications.
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Scholarships & Cash Prizes
NTSE winners receive monthly scholarships from NCERT (₹1,250–₹2,000/month). Many private Olympiads offer cash prizes, tablets, laptops, and study material worth thousands of rupees.
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Boosts JEE & NEET Preparation
Olympiad preparation directly strengthens the skills needed for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and NEET. Students who do Olympiads score significantly higher in competitive entrance exams.
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Benchmarks Your Performance Nationally
You get to compare your performance with lakhs of students across India. This helps identify your true strengths and weak areas early, so you can focus your studies more effectively.
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Builds Confidence & Competitive Spirit
Facing a national-level exam at Class 8 or 9 removes exam fear. Students who do Olympiads are far more confident in board exams and competitive exams compared to their peers.
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International Exposure & Representation
Top performers in NSEJS, IOQM and NSEP get to represent India at International Olympiads (IJSO, IMO, IPhO). This is a lifetime achievement that opens doors to top global universities.
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Improves Time Management & Problem Solving
Olympiad exams train you to solve complex problems quickly and accurately under pressure. This exact skill is what separates toppers in JEE/NEET from average scorers.
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Strengthens College & IIT Applications
Olympiad certificates and rankings make your college applications stand out. IITs, NITs, AIIMS and even foreign universities value Olympiad achievements highly during admissions.
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Access to Free Study Material & Training
HBCSE and IAPT provide free training camps, study resources and mentoring for students who clear the first round. This is world-class coaching at zero cost for deserving students.
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Exposure to Higher-Level Thinking
Olympiad questions often include High Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) that go beyond textbooks. This trains your mind to think analytically and creatively — a life skill beyond academics.
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Helps Discover Your True Passion
Trying exams in Maths, Science, Astronomy and Computer Science helps students discover what they genuinely enjoy — guiding better career choices early in life.
How to Prepare
Top Preparation Tips for Olympiad Success
Follow this proven strategy used by Jupiter Academy students to ace Olympiad exams from Class 8 onwards.
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Master NCERT Textbooks First
90%+ of Olympiad questions are based on NCERT concepts. Read every line carefully and understand the logic behind every formula and theorem before attempting Olympiad books.
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Start Preparation 3–4 Months Before Exam
Begin by July–August for November–December exams. This gives enough time to cover the full syllabus, practice mock tests, and revise weak areas without last-minute stress.
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Solve Previous Year Question Papers
Solve at least 5–10 years of previous question papers for the specific Olympiad you're targeting. Available on official websites and preparation apps. Focus on understanding why answers are correct.
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Take Weekly Mock Tests
Simulate real exam conditions — time yourself, avoid distractions and analyze your mistakes afterward. Track your weak chapters and revisit them systematically every week.
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Focus on Logical Reasoning Section
Most Olympiads include a Logical Reasoning section worth 20–25% of marks. Practice pattern recognition, analogies, series completion and coding-decoding questions daily for 15–20 minutes.
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Attempt Multiple Olympiads
Don't limit yourself to one exam. Appearing in 3–5 Olympiads (Maths + Science + English) across different organizations gives you more practice, better exposure, and more chances to win recognition.
Official Links
Important Official Websites for Olympiad Exams
All official registration, syllabus, results and study material links in one place. Bookmark these websites for quick access!
Official Olympiad Websites — One-Stop Reference
Click any link to visit the official website directly
| Organisation | Exams Offered | Best For (Class) | Website |
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| Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) | IMO, NSO, IEO, ICSO, IGKO, ISSO | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 sofworld.org |
| HBCSE — Tata Institute | IOQM, RMO, INMO, IOQJS, NSEJS (results) | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 hbcse.tifr.res.in |
| IAPT (Indian Association of Physics Teachers) | NSEJS, NSEP, NSEC, NSEB, NSEA | Class 8, 9, 10 (NSEJS) | 🔗 iapt.org.in |
| NCERT — Govt. of India | NTSE (National Talent Search Exam) | Class 10 Only | 🔗 ncert.nic.in |
| Unified Council | UIEO, UIMO, UISO, UCMAS, IAIS | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 unifiedcouncil.com |
| Indian Talent Organisation | Maths, Science, English, Drawing, Essay, GK | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 indiantalent.org |
| Silver Zone Foundation | iOM, iOS, iOEL, ISFIO, iFSO | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 silverzone.org |
| CREST Olympiads | CMO, CSO, CEO, CCO, CGKO (Online from home) | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 crestolympiads.com |
| Unicus Olympiads | UMO, USO, UEO, UCO, UCTO, UGKO | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 unicusolympiads.com |
| ISTSE | ISTSE (Maths, Science, English, Mental Ability) | Class 8, 9, 10 | 🔗 istse.org |
| Olympiad Success (Preparation) | Mock Tests, Sample Papers, Syllabus, Dates | All Classes | 🔗 olympiadsuccess.com |
| SOF Olympiad Trainer | Online Practice — SOF Exams | All Classes | 🔗 sofolympiadtrainer.com |
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