SOF International English Olympiad (IEO) - 2024-25 exam guide

The International English Olympiad (IEO) is a premier English language competition organized annually by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF). This event aims to assess the English language abilities of students worldwide and provides them with an opportunity to showcase their skills. IEO is considered one of the most prestigious competitions in the world of English, with top performers receiving awards and scholarships.

To help you learn more about the International English Olympiad, we have compiled essential information about IEO exam dates, patterns, eligibility criteria, and more. For your convenience, we have organized all you want to know about IEO in the topics below.

IEO Exam Dates

The dates for the upcoming SOF IEO are as follows. Students are advised to check with their school authorities for their exam schedule.

• 1st date - 26th September

• 2nd date - 12th October

• 3rd date - 2nd November

IEO Registration

To participate in the English Olympiad, students need to register. The registration process includes filling out the application form and paying the required fee.

Students should register for the IEO exam through their respective schools. Schools across India are registered as IEO exam centres and can choose the exam date according to their convenience. Different question papers are presented each time, regardless of the exam date.

To register, students must study in an Indian government-approved school and should not have cleared grade 12 exams. Students of classes 1 to 12 are eligible for the respective Olympiad exams.

To complete the registration process, students need to fill a simple form providing essential basic information and pay a nominal fee of INR 125. After submitting the fee and form at their school, the admit card is issued, and the practice workbook is received from SOF.

The admit cards are provided to the teachers in charge a few days before the exam. Once students receive the admit card, they are all set to appear for the Olympiad exam. It is advised to register in advance for IEO to avoid any last-minute hassles.

IEO Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Knowing the syllabus is crucial as it gives insights into what topics are covered, question formats, and the overall structure of the IEO.

To access the latest syllabus and exam pattern prescribed by the Science Olympiad Foundation, CLICK HERE.

IEO Preparation

Once the registration process is complete, students should refer to our IEO Prep materials. Preparing with these materials will help you perform better in the exam and increase your chances of getting a top rank.

• IEO Sample papers

• IEO Mock tests

• IEO Chapter-wise tests

IEO Results

To check your IEO results, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official SOF website

2. Click on the tab for IEO results

3. Enter your IEO exam roll number in the format 'SchoolCode-Class-RollNo'

4. Solve the equation and enter the captcha

5. Click on 'View Results'

6. Your IEO result will appear on the screen

7. Download and save it for future reference

IEO Awards / Recognition

In the previous academic year, SOF spent Rs. 20+ Crores on awards and recognition.

To know the complete details of the awards/scholarships that would be provided to the winners of the upcoming SOF International English Olympiad, CLICK HERE.