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IGKO Syllabus (Class 1-10 for 2025 Exam) With Exam Pattern

Update on: 05 Mar 2025, 03:58 PM

The International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) is an annual school-level competitive exam organized by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) for grades 1st through 10th. This exam assesses a student’s general awareness, current affairs, and life skills outside of their regular school education. We have suggested how to prepare for it and other Olympiads by providing a step-by-step guide for Olympiads.

Registered yet? – IGKO Exam Registration Process – How to Participate

SOF IGKO Syllabus – International General Knowledge Olympiad

The syllabus for the IGKO (International General Knowledge Olympiad) has already been published on the official SOF (Science Olympiad Foundation) website. This Olympiad will be held entirely in English. Moreover, approximately 60,000 students are expected to take the exam this year. Those interested in participating should review the IGKO syllabus, provided below, and begin their preparation. Hence, the IGKO syllabus for classes 1st to 10th.

IGKO Class 1 Syllabus

Me and My Surroundings, Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Language and Literature, Earth and Its Environment, Sports, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Kindness, Soft Skills, Social Skills, Do’s & Don’ts), Current Affairs.

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 2 Syllabus

Me and My Surroundings, Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Language and Literature, Earth and Its Environment, Transport and Communication, Sports, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Social Skills, Moral Values, Team Work, Communication), Current Affairs.

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 3 Syllabus

Me and My Surroundings, Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Language and Literature, Earth and Its Environment, Transport and Communication, Sports, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Moral Values, Team Work, Environmental Sensitivity, Communication, Leadership, Time Management), Current Affairs.

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 4 Syllabus

Our Body and Health, Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Environment and its Conservation, Language and Literature, Entertainment, Sports, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Moral Values, Flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Team Work, Leadership, Time Management), Current Affairs.

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 5 Syllabus

Our Body and Health, Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Environment and its Conservation, Language and Literature, Entertainment, Sports, Maths Fun, Life Skills (Moral Values, Flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Team Work, Leadership, Time Management), Current Affairs.

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 6 Syllabus

Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Earth and Its Environment, Universe, Language and Literature, Entertainment, Social Studies, Sports, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, Current Affairs, Life Skills (Empathy, Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Coping with Stress, Decision Making, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Emotions, Self-awareness).

Achievers Section: Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 7 Syllabus

Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Earth and its Environment, Universe, Language and Literature, Entertainment, Social Studies, Sports, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, Current Affairs, Life Skills (Empathy, Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Coping with Stress, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Emotions, Self-awareness).

Achievers Section : Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 8 Syllabus

Plants and Animals, India and the World, Science and Technology, Earth and its Environment, Universe, Language and Literature, Entertainment, Social Studies, Sports, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning, Current Affairs, Life Skills (Empathy, Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Coping with Stress, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Emotions, Self-awareness).

Achievers Section : Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 9 Syllabus

Plants and Animals, Our Environment, Science and Technology, India and the World, Social Studies, Language, Literature and Media, Sports, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Life Skills (Empathy, Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Coping with Stress, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Emotions, Self-awareness).

Achievers Section : Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

IGKO Class 10 Syllabus

Plants and Animals, Our Environment, Science and Technology, India and the World, Social Studies, Language, Literature and Media, Sports, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Life Skills (Empathy, Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Coping with Stress, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Emotions, Self-awareness).

Achievers Section : Higher Order Thinking Questions from the above given Syllabus.

Also Check – IGKO Eligibility Criteria 

IGKO Exam Date 2025

SOF International General Knowledge Olympiads (IGKO)  will be held on three dates this year. Moreover, the school can choose a single date at its convenience.

IGKO Exam Date
Date 1 25th September 2025
Date 2 8th October 2025
Date 3 7th November 2025

 

Most students do not bother to look at the syllabus, but it is necessary to determine which topics to prioritize over others. Examine the IGKO syllabus and the exam pattern mentioned above thoroughly and make a note of the mark distribution for each section. Pick the best and most comprehensive study material which could coherently strengthen and enhance students’ understanding of the computer facts required to ace SOF IGKO. MTG publishes IGKO workbooksprevious year’s papers, and the Olympiad Skill Development System (OSDS) to provide you with the best IGKO study material.

Check out – Study Plan for SOF IGKO Olympiad Exam

To succeed in your International General Knowledge Olympiad, you must make a concerted and consistent effort.  Moreover, before you begin studying for the IGKO exams, make sure you have all of the necessary information, such as the syllabus, exam pattern, etc. This will aid you in organizing your study plan and mind and reduce the stress of preparation and exam day.

All the best!

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