IMO Class 2 — Mathematics
Key Class 2 topics: Numerals and number names up to 999, Number sense (3-digit numbers), Addition and subtraction of 3-digit numbers, Multiplication (tables 2–10), Introduction to division and more.
2026–27 · 5 olympiads
Olympiads for Class 2: IMO, IEO, NSO, IGKO, ISSO
A Class 2 student can sit 5 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 2 olympiad exam patterns at a glance
| Olympiad | Subject | Questions | Duration | Level 2 | Level 1 dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMO | Mathematics | 35 | 60 min | No | Oct 22 / Nov 19 / Dec 10, 2026 |
| IEO | English | 40 | 60 min | No | Sept 24 / Oct 20 / Nov 5, 2026 |
| NSO | Science | 40 | 60 min | No | Oct 15 / Nov 12 / Dec 3, 2026 |
| IGKO | General Knowledge | 35 | 45 min | No | Sept 10 / Oct 1, 2026 |
| ISSO | Social Studies | 40 | 60 min | No | Nov 30, 2026 / Jan 19, 2027 |
No SOF olympiad has negative marking. Dates are tentative — see exam dates and confirm with your school.
IEO Class 2 — English
Key Class 2 topics: Nouns, pronouns and verbs, Adjectives and articles, Prepositions, Singular and plural, Opposites and rhyming words and more.
NSO Class 2 — Science
Key Class 2 topics: Living and non-living things, Plants, Animals and their homes, Human body, Food and health and more.
IGKO Class 2 — General Knowledge
Key Class 2 topics: Animals, birds and plants, Our body and health, Festivals of India, National symbols of India, Colours, shapes and the world around us and more.
ISSO Class 2 — Social Studies
Key Class 2 topics: Family and relationships, Our neighbourhood, Community helpers, Festivals of India, Food, clothes and shelter and more.
Class 2 olympiads — frequently asked questions
Which olympiads can a Class 2 student take?
Class 2 students can take the IMO, IEO, NSO, IGKO and ISSO. Each is a separate exam on a different date.
Which olympiad is best for Class 2?
Start with the subject your child enjoys most. Many Class 2 students take IMO and NSO first, then add IEO, IGKO or ISSO once they are comfortable with the format.
Can a Class 2 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 2?
No. At Class 2 level, all olympiads are single-level exams.
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