IMO Class 12 — Mathematics
Key Class 12 topics: Relations and functions, Inverse trigonometric functions, Matrices, Determinants, Continuity and differentiability and more.
2026–27 · 3 olympiads
Olympiads for Class 12: IMO, IEO, NSO
A Class 12 student can sit 3 SOF olympiads this year. Compare the exam patterns below, open the class-wise syllabus for each, and practise with free tests and full-length mock exams that give an instant all-India rank.
Class 12 olympiad exam patterns at a glance
| Olympiad | Subject | Questions | Duration | Level 2 | Level 1 dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMO | Mathematics | 50 | 60 min | Yes | Oct 22 / Nov 19 / Dec 10, 2026 |
| IEO | English | 55 | 60 min | Yes | Sept 24 / Oct 20 / Nov 5, 2026 |
| NSO | Science | 60 | 60 min | Yes | Oct 15 / Nov 12 / Dec 3, 2026 |
No SOF olympiad has negative marking. Dates are tentative — see exam dates and confirm with your school.
IEO Class 12 — English
Key Class 12 topics: Advanced grammar and usage, Sentence correction, Advanced vocabulary and word roots, Idioms, phrasal verbs and collocations, Analogies and more.
NSO Class 12 — Science
Key Class 12 topics: Physics: electrostatics and current electricity, Physics: magnetism, EMI and alternating current, Physics: electromagnetic waves and optics, Physics: dual nature, atoms, nuclei and semiconductors, Chemistry: solutions, electrochemistry and kinetics and more.
Class 12 olympiads — frequently asked questions
Which olympiads can a Class 12 student take?
Class 12 students can take the IMO, IEO and NSO. Each is a separate exam on a different date.
Which olympiad is best for Class 12?
Start with the subject your child enjoys most. Many Class 12 students take IMO and NSO, with IEO for English once they are comfortable with the format.
Can a Class 12 student appear for more than one olympiad?
Yes. The olympiads are held on different dates, so students commonly take two or three in one year.
Is there a Level 2 for Class 12?
Yes, for IMO, IEO, NSO. Top Level 1 performers qualify for the second round.
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