Indian Talent Olympiad International Computer Olympiad Board 2025-26: Exam Dates, Syllabus, Results & Sample Papers

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.

The Indian Talent Olympiad exams are held the following subjects.

Science

Mathematics

English

General Knowledge

Drawing

Essay

Computer

The students can choose one or more subjects as per their interest. However, they must note that each ITO paper has a different pattern.

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.

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.

Yes, students can apply for the Indian Talent Olympiad Individually. Applicants must visit the ITO website and register using a valid mobile number. They will also require to choose their class & subjects. After registration, they can appear for online exams from home.

Schools can also register their students by September 15, 2025. The students can also apply individually for the ITO by October 25, 2025. There are usually multiple slots for online and offline exams. It's better to apply early to get your preferred exam date and avoid technical issues. Keep checking the official website for exact deadline announcements.

Students can prepare by reading their school textbooks and practicing from Olympiad workbooks available on the ITO website. Sample papers and previous year questions are also useful. Regular practice and revision help a lot. Time management and understanding the concepts clearly are important. Parents and teachers can also support students during preparation.

While filling out the Indian Talent Olympiad application form, no documents are required. Students will only have to provide their personal & educational details, such as name, class, school name, address, and mobile number. They also need to use their recent passport-size photo and school ID card.

Most of the Olympiad syllabus is taken from the current school curriculum. However, some additional questions are included to test thinking ability and logical reasoning. These questions help students improve their problem-solving skills. Around 70 to 80% of the Olympiad paper is from the school syllabus, while the rest checks conceptual understanding. Practicing regularly makes it easier to cover both types of questions.

The Indian Talent Olympiad syllabus is based on the school curriculum. It follows the topics from CBSE, ICSE, and various state boards. Questions in each paper are prepared from the chapters that students study in school. This helps students to prepare for  ITO along with their school studies.

Yes, the Olympiad syllabus covers topics common to major education boards like CBSE, ICSE, and state boards. The questions are designed in a way that students from any board can understand and solve them. The aim is to test basic concepts, reasoning, and application of knowledge. The level of questions matches what students are already studying. So, extra coaching is usually not needed.

No, the syllabus depends on the subject. For example, the English Olympiad focuses on grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension and Essay Olympiad test essay writing ability. The Science Olympiad covers physics, biology, and chemistry basics according to the class level. Similarly, the Maths Olympiad includes arithmetic, geometry, and logical reasoning. Each subject has a detailed syllabus that matches school textbooks.

Students who have participated in the ITO can check their results on the ITS's website. The registered mobile number and password are required to check the result for various Indian Talent Olympiads such as Science, Maths, English, GK, Computer, Drawing, Essay, and Social Studies.

To check the International Maths Olympiad (IMO) or any other subject result, students need to visit the ITO's website and log into their account. Thereafter, they need to click on the “Result” tab. Their result will now appear on the screen which will include the student's name, parent's name, roll number, class, subjects taken, rank, digital certificates, and awards he/she won.

The ITO result includes the student's name, roll number, class, subject, & marks obtained. It also mentions the rank at the school, state, and national levels. On the Indian Talent Olympiad scorecard, they can also check whether they have qualified for medals, certificates, or other prizes.