Indian Talent Olympiad Date Sheet 2026: Check Detailed Indian Talent Olympiad Exam Schedule Here

Q: When are the Indian Talent Olympiad exams conducted?

The exams are usually held between September and February every academic year. There are different slots for online and offline exams. The exact dates have also been announced by the conducting authority on its official website.For the 2025-26 session, the online Indian Talent Olympiad exams (Round 1) will be held from December 1 to 9, 2025 (Slot 1) and January 5 to 13, 2026 (Slot 2). Students opting for offline exams can appear fro the exams from November 17 to 22, 2025. Students are advised to check the website regularly for updates. Admit cards and instructions are shared before the exam.

Registration - 1 Jun '25 - 25 Oct '25

This exam is conducted for courses given below:

English International Olympiad General Knowledge International...International Computer Olympiad International Drawing Olympiad National Essay Olympiad International Maths Olympiad National Social Studies Olympia...International Science Olympiad

Updated on Jun 4, 2025 16:43 IST

By Md Shahzad, Senior Executive - Content

Indian Talent Olympiad Dates 2025-26: ITO has announced the detailed Indian Talent Olympiad Dates 2025-26. Students can check the same online on the official website of ITO and this page as well. Indian Talent Olympiad slot 1 and 2 exams will be held between December 1, 2025 and January 12, 2026. Students can apply for IMO, ISO, EIO, GKIO and other olympiads through their respective schools for 2025-26. The Olympiad exams will take place online as well as offline. Students participating individually need to follow the online exam dates of Slot 1 and Slot 2. Schools can select between online and offline modes of exam and can follow the dates accordingly.

Important Points to Remember

Students who qualify in the first Round need to give the Second round exam. This Schedule of the exam will be shared with the student along with the Round 1 Result
Students can take tests between 10 am and 5 pm on the particular test date
Test Duration 25 Minutes per Test
Test Questions 30 Format -MCQ

Q: When are the Indian Talent Olympiad exams conducted?

The exams are usually held between September and February every academic year. There are different slots for online and offline exams. The exact dates have also been announced by the conducting authority on its official website.For the 2025-26 session, the online Indian Talent Olympiad exams (Round 1) will be held from December 1 to 9, 2025 (Slot 1) and January 5 to 13, 2026 (Slot 2). Students opting for offline exams can appear fro the exams from November 17 to 22, 2025.

Students are advised to check the website regularly for updates. Admit cards and instructions are shared before the exam.

Q: What is the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO)?

The Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO) is a national-level competition for school students from Class 1 to 10. It tests students' knowledge in subjects like Science, Mathematics, English, and others. The main aim is to encourage logical thinking and improve academic skills. The exam is conducted both online and offline. Students can participate through their school or individually.

Q: Can students take the Indian Talent Olympiad exam from home?

Yes, students registering individually can take the exam from home through the online mode. They need a device like a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection. The login details and instructions are given after registration. The online exam is safe and easy to access. Time and date are provided for each subject.

Table of content

Indian Talent Olympiad Pre-exam Dates
Annual Olympiad Exam Schedule 2025 - Individual Student Registration
(B) Annual Olympiad Exam Date 2025-26- School Registration
(C) Monthly Olympiad Test Schedule
Indian Talent Olympiad 2025-26 Exam Dates & Schedule

Indian Talent Olympiad Pre-exam Dates

Event/s	Dates
Last Date For Registration By School	15-Sep-2025
Last Date For Registration By Individual student	25-Oct-2025

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is the Indian Talent Olympiad helpful for school exams?

Yes, it is very helpful for school exams. The Olympiad exams follow the same syllabus taught in school. They help students improve their basics and boost confidence. Preparing for Olympiads sharpens logical and analytical thinking. It also prepares students for competitive exams in the future.

Q: What are the subjects offered in the Indian Talent Olympiad?

The Indian Talent Olympiad offers exams in subjects such as Science, Mathematics, English, General Knowledge, Drawing, Essay, and Computer. These subjects help students improve their academic understanding and creative skills. Students can choose one or more subjects based on their interest. Each subject has a different exam pattern. The syllabus is based on school-level topics.

Q: What is the exam pattern for the Indian Talent Olympiad?

The Olympiad exams consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each paper has a different number of questions depending on the subject and class. The exam tests conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills. Time is usually limited to 45 minutes to 1 hour. The exam is available in both online and offline modes.

Annual Olympiad Exam Schedule 2025 - Individual Student Registration

Schools selecting Online Mode of Exam will have the exam as per the below Online Exam Schedule. School needs to select any one slot for all the participating students.

Round 1: Annual Olympiad Exam is conducted in 2 slots for Round 1. Students can select the slot of their choice. Once the slot is selected it can not be changed.

Students who qualify in the first Round need to give the Second round exam. Those who qualify for the 2nd Round need to pay Rs. 100 as a registration fee for the 2nd Round.

Olympiad Exam Subjects	Class	Slot 1 Of Round 1	Slot 2 Of Round 1
ICO- International Computer Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	1-Dec-2025	5-Jan-2026
NSSO - National Social Studies Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	2-Dec-2025	6-Jan-2026
Gkio - General Knowledge International Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	3-Dec-2025	7-Jan-2026
EIO - English International Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	4-Dec-2025	8-Jan-2026
ISO - International Science Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	5-Dec-2025	9-Jan-2026
IMO - International Maths Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	6-Dec-2025	10-Jan-2026
NESO - National Essay Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	8-Dec-2025	12-Jan-2026
IDO - International Drawing Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	9-Dec-2025	13-Jan-2026

Commonly asked questions

Q: Who can participate in the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO) exams?

Students from Class 1 to 10 studying in any recognised school in India can participate. There are different subjects for each class, and students can choose the subjects they want to appear for. Both government and private school students can take part. They can register individually or through their schools. There are no strict eligibility rules.

Q: How can a student register for the Indian Talent Olympiad?

Students can register online by visiting the official website indiantalent.org. They can register individually or through their school. If registering individually, students need to fill in their details and choose the subjects. The payment can be done online. After registration, they will receive the exam schedule and login details for online exams.

Q: Are there any rewards or scholarships for Indian Talent Olympiad winners?

Yes, top-performing students receive medals, certificates, trophies, and even cash prizes. National-level toppers can win scholarships and recognition. Some schools also reward their best-performing students. These awards motivate students to do better in academics. Participation certificates are also given to all students.

(B) Annual Olympiad Exam Date 2025-26- School Registration

Offline Annual Olympiad Exam is conducted in respective schools. Students registered through the school need to appear to the exams as per the schedule mentioned below.

Olympiad Exam Subjects	Class	Round 1	Day
(GKIO) General Knowledge International Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	17-Nov-2025	Monday
(NESO) National Essay Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	17-Nov-2025	Monday
(EIO) English International Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	18-Nov-2025	Tuesday
(IDO) International Drawing Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	18-Nov-2025	Tuesday
(ISO) International Science Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	19-Nov-2025	Wednesday
(IMO) International Maths Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	20-Nov-2025	Thursday
(NESO) National Social Studies Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	21-Nov-2025	Friday
(NHO) National Hindi Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	21-Nov-2025	Friday
(ICO) International Computer Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	22-Nov-2025	Saturday
(NLRO) National Logical Reasoning Olympiad	Class 1 To 10	22-Nov-2025	Saturday

(C) Monthly Olympiad Test Schedule

Students appearing for Online Monthly Olympiad Test can refer to the dates mentioned below:

Subjects And Dates 2025-26
Months	GK & Essay	English & Drawing	Science	Maths
April	05 April - Saturday	12 April - Saturday	19 April - Saturday	26 April - Saturday
May	03 May - Saturday	10 May - Saturday	17 May - Saturday	24 May - Saturday
June	07 June - Saturday	14 June - Saturday	21 June - Saturday	28 June - Saturday
July	05 July - Saturday	12 July - Saturday	19 July - Saturday	26 July - Saturday
August	02 August - Saturday	09 August - Saturday	16 August - Saturday	23 August - Saturday
September	06 September - Saturday	13 September - Saturday	20 September - Saturday	27 September - Saturday
October	04 October - Saturday	11 October - Saturday	18 October - Saturday	25 October - Saturday
November	01 November - Saturday	08 November - Saturday	15 November - Saturday	22 November - Saturday
December	12 December - Friday	13 December - Saturday	20 December - Saturday	27 December - Saturday
January	03 January - Saturday	16 January - Friday	17 January - Saturday	24 January - Saturday
February	07 February - Saturday	14 February - Saturday	21 February - Saturday	20 February - Friday
March	07 March - Saturday	14 March - Saturday	21 March - Saturday	28 March - Saturday