📅 SEPTEMBER 2026 . EXAM SEASON

The September Olympiads Are Almost Here!

With three major SOF Olympiads scheduled in September, now is the time to move from learning to focused exam practice.

Upcoming Olympiads
LIVE COUNTDOWN
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IGKOClasses 1-10
22 Sep 2026� days
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ICSOClasses 1-10
24 Sep 2026� days
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IEOClasses 1-12
30 Sep 2026� days
13DAYS TO IGKO
15DAYS TO ICSO
21DAYS TO IEO
CHOOSE YOUR OLYMPIAD

Which SOF Olympiads Are Coming Up?

Prepare with the right combination of sample papers, previous papers, mock tests and targeted practice.

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FIRST EXAM DATE22 September 2026

IGKO

International General Knowledge Olympiad tests General Awareness, Current Affairs, Life Skills and the Achievers Section.

  • IGKO Sample Papers
  • IGKO Previous Year Papers
  • IGKO Mock Tests
  • IGKO Chapter-wise Practice
  • IGKO Learner's Package
Prepare for IGKO →
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FIRST EXAM DATE24 September 2026

ICSO

International Computer Science Olympiad tests computer science, logical reasoning and information technology. It is a single-level Olympiad.

  • ICSO Sample Papers
  • ICSO Previous Year Papers
  • ICSO Mock Tests
  • Computer Science Practice
  • ICSO Learner's Package
Prepare for ICSO →
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FIRST EXAM DATE30 September 2026

IEO

International English Olympiad assesses Word and Structure Knowledge, Reading, Spoken and Written Expression, and the Achievers Section.

  • IEO Sample Papers
  • IEO Previous Year Papers
  • IEO Mock Tests
  • Chapter-wise English Practice
  • IEO Learner's Package
Prepare for IEO →
SMART PREPARATION

Revise → Practise → Analyse → Improve

You don't need to start from scratch. Use the final weeks to focus on what makes the biggest difference.

01Revise Important Concepts

Identify topics that need attention instead of revising everything.

02Solve Sample Papers

Become familiar with question format and expected difficulty.

03Attempt Full-Length Tests

Practise under exam-like time constraints.

04Analyse Mistakes

Understand why an answer was wrong and learn from it.

05Practise Weak Areas

Strengthen concepts with targeted practice before the exam.

ONE PACKAGE . COMPLETE PREPARATION

Make the Most of the Time Left.

The Learner's Package brings together the resources students need for structured Olympiad preparation in one place.

Explore Learner's Package →
📚 Comprehensive Learning Content
🎯 Topic/Chapter-wise Questions
🏆 Previous Year Papers
Full-Length Mock Tests
📊 Performance Analysis
📱 Online Practice
📄 Sample Papers

Why Choose the Learner's Package Before the Exam?

The Learner's Package is particularly useful for students who:

Have limited time before the Olympiad

Want structured practice instead of random questions

Need to identify weak topics

Want to practise actual Olympiad-style questions

Want to take full-length tests before the exam

Want detailed explanations for their mistakes

Are aiming for a high School, Zonal or International rank

WHY PRACTISE NOW?

Practice Makes the Difference

Limited time? Structured preparation
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Need weak areas? Targeted practice
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Aiming higher? Rank-focused practice
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Want exam practice? Olympiad-style questions
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Want explanations? Analyse mistakes
Want to rank? School, Zonal or International
YOUR FINAL-WEEKS ROADMAP

What Should You Do Before Your Olympiad?

4 Weeks BeforeUnderstand → Revise → Practise
3 Weeks BeforeSample Papers → Chapter Tests → Weak Areas
2 Weeks BeforePrevious Year Papers → Mock Tests
Final WeekFull-Length Tests → Revision → Mistake Analysis
Day BeforeLight Revision → No New Topics → Stay Confident
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the IGKO exam in 2026?

The first SOF IGKO exam date for 2026-27 is 22 September 2026. Schools may select from the dates offered by SOF.

When is the ICSO exam in 2026?

The first SOF ICSO exam date is 24 September 2026. Another exam date is 17 December 2026.

When is the IEO exam in 2026?

The first SOF IEO exam date is 30 September 2026, followed by 27 October and 17 November 2026.

Which Olympiad should I prepare for in September?

Students should prepare according to the Olympiad their school has registered them for. If appearing for multiple Olympiads, a structured preparation plan can help prepare for each subject efficiently.

Is it too late to start Olympiad preparation?

No. Focused practice with sample papers, previous year papers, mock tests and targeted revision can still help students make meaningful progress before the examination.

What should I practise before the Olympiad?

Start with the syllabus and sample papers, then move to previous year papers and full-length mock tests. Analyse mistakes after every test and revise weak areas.

READY WHEN YOU ARE

Your Olympiad Is Coming.
Is Your Preparation Ready?

Choose IGKO, ICSO or IEO → Select Your Class → Start Practising

Start Your Olympiad Preparation →



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