Registrations for the Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23 are now open on the official ITO website at indiantalent.org. Students from classes 1 to 10 can sign up either individually or through their schools to participate in the Olympiad Exam for this academic year. It’s important to note that the exam dates vary for online and offline formats. Individual participants should adhere to the online exam schedules for Slot-1 and Slot-2, while schools can choose between conducting the exam online or offline. The registration deadline for schools has been extended to November 20, up from the previous date of September 10, and individual registrations will close on November 30, 2022. The Online Olympiad Exams are set to take place starting December 5, 2022, for Slot 1 of Round 1, and January 9, 2023, for Slot 2 of Round 1. Schools opting for Offline Olympiad Exams must hold their tests beginning November 28, 2022, for Round 1.
About ITO
The Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO), founded in 2012, stands as one of the premier Olympiad organizations in India. It hosts several significant Olympiad examinations across the nation, focusing on scholarship opportunities that align with the school board curriculum. With a partnership that spans over 33,175 schools and a vast network of more than one crore students, ITO aims to equip students with the mental fortitude to tackle challenges and enhance their learning capabilities in their chosen subjects. Each year, the Olympiad exams take place in December and February, engaging a wide array of participants. The organization proudly acknowledges over 200,000 class toppers and has awarded more than 7,000 scholarships.
In the previous academic year, the ITO exams for 2021-22 were conducted in two rounds: Round 1 took place from November 29 to December 11, while Round 2 was held from January 17 to January 22, 2022.
Indian Talent Olympiad 2022 Exam Dates & Schedule
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 30 Nov ’22 | Last Date For Registration By Individual student |
| 10 Sep ’22 | Last Date For Registration By School |
Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23: Related Dates
| Event/s | Dates |
|---|---|
| Last Date For Registration By School | 10-Sep-2022 |
| Last Date For Registration By Individual student | 30-Nov-2022 |
| Olympiad exams | 5-Dec-2022 to 10-Dec-2022 (Individually-registered students)28-Nov-2022 to 6-Dec-2022 (School-registered students) *Olympiads are also conducted on a monthly basis |
| Declaration of result | February /March 2022* |
Overview of the Olympiad Exams
International Science Olympiad (ISO)
The Science Olympiad focuses on applied science, assessing students across various topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. This examination consists of two distinct levels.
International Maths Olympiad (IMO)
The Maths Olympiad is held in numerous schools throughout India, welcoming students from class 1 to class 10. All questions are multiple-choice, providing a solid foundation for academic success. Students can register through their schools or participate individually.
English International Olympiad (EIO)
This Olympiad invites students from schools nationwide to showcase their English language skills. The exam is available for students in classes 1 to 10, testing both knowledge and proficiency.
International Computer Olympiad (ICO) or Cyber Olympiad
Open to students from classes 1 to 10, the ICO is also known by various names, including Cyber Olympiad, Informatics Olympiad, and Digital Olympiad. Its goal is to nurture young talent and prepare them for future challenges.
International Drawing Olympiad (IDO)
The Drawing Competition encourages students from classes 1 to 10 to engage in creative expression, balancing academic pursuits with co-curricular activities.
National Essay Olympiad (NESO)
This exam provides students with an opportunity to enhance their language skills through storytelling, making the experience both educational and enjoyable.
General Knowledge International Olympiad (GKIO)
The GK Olympiad evaluates students’ general knowledge across a wide range of subjects, including the environment, science and technology, geography, history, and more. It aims to foster the overall development of children.
National Social Studies Olympiad (NSSO)
Conducted by the Indian Talent Olympiad, this exam assesses students’ understanding of History, Geography, and Civics. It takes place annually at the national level within school premises.
International Spell E Olympiad (ISEO)
In this competition, students are challenged to spell various words tailored to their age group. As students progress to higher grades, the complexity of the words increases. The questions focus on word analysis, general knowledge, and phonetics, assessing their vocabulary knowledge through phrases, idioms, and more.
National Kindergarten Drawing Olympiad (NKDO)
This Olympiad invites Kindergarten students to demonstrate their artistic talents through drawing tasks assigned to them.
National Kindergarten Handwriting Olympiad (NKHO)
This newly launched Olympiad is designed for Kindergarten students, who are tasked with a copywriting exercise. They must replicate text in either cursive or print. The submissions are evaluated based on criteria such as spacing, size, shape, slant, and overall neatness, with top entries receiving recognition.
Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23 Eligibility Criteria
Students will have to fulfil certain eligibility conditions to apply for Indian Talent Olympiad as tabulated below:
| Olympiad | Eligible students |
|---|---|
| International Maths Olympiad (IMO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| International Science Olympiad (ISO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| English International Olympiad (EIO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| General Knowledge International Olympiad (GKIO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| International Computer Olympiad (ICO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| International Drawing Olympiad (IDO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| National Essay Olympiad (NESO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| National Social Studies Olympiad (NSSO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| International Spell – E Olympiad (ISEO) | Students from Class 1 to 10 |
| National Kindergarten Drawing Olympiad (NKDO) | Students of Jr. KG & Sr. KG. |
| National Kindergarten Handwriting Olympiad (NKHO) | Students of Jr. KG & Sr. KG. |
Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23 Awards and Prizes
The following awards and prizes will be distributed to all the selected students:
ITO 2022-23 National Level Prizes and Awards
| Prize | Rank | Prize & Award |
|---|---|---|
| 1st prize | National level 1st rank holder (8 students) | Rs 1 lakh |
| 2nd prize | National level 2nd rank holder (10 students) | Rs 40,000 |
| 3rd prize | 10 students ranked subsequent to second prize winners | Laptop |
| 4th prize | 100 students ranked subsequent to third prize winners | Tablet |
Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23 State Level Awards
| Rank | Awards |
|---|---|
| Rank 1 to 10 | Merit certificate, gold medal and scholarships |
| 8th Year scholarship of excellence in Science | Rs 4,000 (to 200 students) |
| 8th Year scholarship of excellence in Mathematics | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 6th Year scholarship of excellence in English | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 5th Year scholarship of excellence in GK | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 5th Year scholarship of excellence in Cyber | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 4th Year scholarship of excellence in the Art (Drawing) | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 3rd Year scholarship of excellence in Essay | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 2nd Year scholarship of excellence in Social | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| 1st Year scholarship of excellence in Spell | Rs 4,000 to (to 200 students) |
| Rank 11 to 25 | Excellence award and medal |
| 90 top-performing girl students in each state | ‘Girl Child’ award |
| All participants | Participation certificate |
In addition to this, the top three medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) for each class will only be awarded if there are at least 10 students participating in each subject. A Gold medal can be awarded if the student count is between 5 and 9 in a class for a specific subject.
Indian Talent Olympiad Syllabus
The Olympiad exams are held at both national and international levels for various boards, including State boards, CBSE, and ICSE, covering classes 1 to 10. Students should refer to the specific patterns of their respective boards. Additionally, they can utilize the Olympiad books provided by the Indian Talent Olympiad and review previous years’ question papers. All eligible students are encouraged to consult the Indian Talent Olympiad Syllabus for comprehensive details.
Indian Talent Olympiad Pattern
The duration of the Olympiad exam is 65 minutes, and each question paper for every class consists of two sections. The ITO will be available in both offline and online formats. Interested students should review the ITO 2022 exam pattern to become familiar with the Olympiad format and gain insights into the types of questions that will be presented in the 2022-23 exam.
Indian Talent Olympiad Application
Students can reach out to their respective schools to complete the registration process for the Indian Talent Olympiad 2022-23. They will need to pay the application fee to finalize their registration.
Indian Talent Olympiad Result
The results for the ITO 2022-23 will be published in February or March 2023. Students can access their results on the official website by entering their roll numbers.
