Dashboard · Exams · SOF IGKO
SOF International General Knowledge Olympiad
SOF GK olympiad covering general awareness, current affairs, life skills, and an Achievers Section. Class 1–10.
Sourced
Source: official exam authority notification · refreshed weekly. How this works →
Free SOF IGKO preparation on Shishya
Take expert-curated mocks, practise previous year papers, and Ask Shishya when you're stuck — verified by students who cleared the same path. All free, no credit card. Sign in with Google to begin.
Sign in to start →Start with a diagnostic
10 questions across the syllabus to see where you stand.
2025
21 questions
Take paper →2024
20 questions
Take paper →2023
20 questions
Take paper →2022
20 questions
Take paper →2021
19 questions
Take paper →Take any mock in your preferred language — use the language picker inside the mock to switch (Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, and 15 more).
SOF IGKO — Full Mock 1
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 2
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 3
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 4
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 5
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 6
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 7
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 8
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 9
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →SOF IGKO — Full Mock 10
FULL50 questions · 60 min
Start mock →Take a mock to see where you stand on the leaderboard.
What can I get from SOF IGKO?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
International Toppers Circle
98–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Elite International Achievers
93–97% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
International Top Performers
86–92% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Zonal Level Achievers
76–85% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
State Level Excellence
61–75% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
School/District Recognition
41–60% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Participation Level
0–40% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
The Science Olympiad Foundation has announced that International General Knowledge Olympiad Level 1 examinations will be conducted in schools during the November-December window. Schools are advised to complete registrations well in advance of the exam dates.
Source →Updated syllabus for Classes 1-10 covering Current Affairs, General Knowledge, Science & Technology, and Social Studies is now available on the official SOF portal. Sample question papers help students understand the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Source →Schools registering students before the first deadline in this cycle may receive discounted registration fees and additional study materials. SOF encourages early participation to allow adequate preparation time for students.
Source →The International General Knowledge Olympiad continues to attract lakhs of students annually across India and abroad. The exam promotes awareness of current events, world geography, history, and general sciences among young learners.
Source →School registration opens
76 days awayTue, 11 Aug, 2026
Schools can begin registering students for the upcoming academic cycle
Early bird registration deadline
137 days awaySun, 11 Oct, 2026
Last date to avail early registration benefits and discounted fees
Final registration deadline
168 days awayWed, 11 Nov, 2026
Absolute last date for schools to submit student registrations
📌Level 1 exam dates begin
198 days awayFri, 11 Dec, 2026
IGKO Level 1 conducted in schools over a flexible window in November-December
Level 1 exam window closes
229 days awayMon, 11 Jan, 2027
Last date for schools to conduct Level 1 examinations
Level 1 results declared
290 days awaySat, 13 Mar, 2027
School-wise and individual student results available on SOF portal
Click any topic to read study notes
India and the World
Geography, polity and economy of India and the broader world.
History and Culture
Indian and world history, cultural heritage, monuments and traditions.
Science and Technology
Major scientific discoveries, inventors, space missions and recent tech advances.
Computers and IT Basics
Computer fundamentals, internet, cybersecurity and common applications.
Sports
Major sporting events, championships, players, trophies and recent winners.
Awards and Honours
Nobel, Bharat Ratna, Padma awards, Oscars and other major recognitions.
Environment and Ecology
Climate change, biodiversity, protected areas and environmental treaties.
Entertainment and Media
Films, music, TV, streaming and influential personalities.
Defence and Space
Indian armed forces, ISRO and global defence/space programmes.
Logos, Mascots and Symbols
Brand logos, national symbols and event mascots.
Famous Personalities
Leaders, scientists, sportspersons and changemakers from India and the world.
National Current Affairs
Recent national-level news on politics, policy and major events.
International Current Affairs
Global news, summits, conflicts and bilateral relations.
Economy and Business News
Recent budgets, GDP figures, mergers and major business stories.
Sports News
Recent winners, tournament results and sports headlines.
Science and Technology News
Recent discoveries, launches, AI, space and health-tech updates.
Everyday Life Situations
Practical decision-making in real-world scenarios.
Health and Hygiene
Personal hygiene, balanced diet, common diseases and prevention.
Safety and First Aid
Road safety, fire safety, basic first-aid and emergency contacts.
Environmental Awareness
Conservation, waste management and individual responsibility.
Higher Order General Knowledge
HOTS questions blending multiple GK areas in one prompt.
Case Studies and Inferences
Read a short case and infer the right answer from given data.
Connecting Facts
Match clues across history, geography and current affairs to identify the answer.
Practical Problem Solving
Apply life-skills and GK knowledge to multi-step real-world problems.
📌Level 2 exam for qualifiers
321 days awayTue, 13 Apr, 2027
Top performers from Level 1 appear for Level 2 conducted in February
Level 2 results and awards distribution
382 days awaySun, 13 Jun, 2027
Final rankings, medals, certificates, and cash awards announced
Appointments and Resignations
Recent appointments to important national and international posts.
Financial Literacy
Saving, budgeting, banking basics and digital payments.