IGKO Class 4 Syllabus, Exam Pattern & Practice Tests
Everything a Class 4 student needs for the International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) 2026–27: the section-wise syllabus, the 35-question exam pattern, preparation tips and timed practice tests with instant results.
- Questions
- 35
- Duration
- 45 minutes
- Negative marking
- None
- Level 2
- No
IGKO Class 4 exam pattern
The Class 4 paper has 4 sections and 35 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. There is no negative marking, and Achievers Section questions carry more marks than the rest.
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| Life Skills | 10 |
| Achievers Section | 5 |
| Total (45 minutes) | 35 |
IGKO Class 4 syllabus 2026–27
Section-wise topics for Class 4, based on the SOF class-wise syllabus. The subject sections follow your Class 4 school curriculum.
Section 1: General Awareness · 10 questions
- India: states, capitals and national symbols
- World: countries, capitals and currencies
- Famous monuments and landmarks
- Science in everyday life
- Inventions and discoveries
- Books and authors
- Sports and games
- Environment and nature
Section 2: Current Affairs · 10 questions
National and international events, sports, awards, science and environment news from roughly the past year.
Section 3: Life Skills · 10 questions
- Good habits and values
- Safety and first aid
- Teamwork and communication
- Money sense
Section 4: Achievers Section · 5 questions
Higher-order thinking questions drawn from the Class 4 General Knowledge syllabus. These carry more marks per question than the other sections.
The syllabus can change between years. Confirm the latest version on sofworld.org or with your school's olympiad coordinator.
How to prepare for IGKO Class 4
Learn the paper first
Know the Class 4 pattern — 35 questions in 45 minutes — before starting. It tells you how long you can spend on each question.
Build a weekly routine
Three or four 30-minute sessions a week, one topic at a time, with a timed mock test every second weekend.
Follow the news weekly
Spend a few minutes each week on news, sports and awards. Keep a one-page notebook of facts and revise it before the exam.
Read more: 30-day olympiad revision plan for IMO, NSO, IEO, IGKO and ISSO · IGKO complete guide: general awareness, current affairs and life skills
IGKO Class 4 — frequently asked questions
What is the IGKO Class 4 syllabus?
The IGKO Class 4 paper has 4 sections: General Awareness, Current Affairs, Life Skills, Achievers Section. The main syllabus covers India: states, capitals and national symbols, World: countries, capitals and currencies, Famous monuments and landmarks, Science in everyday life, Inventions and discoveries, Books and authors and more. Confirm the latest syllabus on sofworld.org.
How many questions are in the IGKO Class 4 exam?
35 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes: General Awareness (10), Current Affairs (10), Life Skills (10), Achievers Section (5).
Is there negative marking in IGKO?
No. There is no negative marking, so attempt every question. Achievers Section questions carry more marks than the other sections.
Is there a Level 2 exam for IGKO Class 4?
No. IGKO is held at a single level.
Where can I practise IGKO Class 4 questions for free?
Take the free 20-question IGKO Class 4 mock test on OlympiadLive — no login needed. Full-length mock exams with all-India rank and solutions are available after a free sign-up.
When is the IGKO 2026–27 exam?
IGKO Level 1 is held on school-selected dates: Sept 10 / Oct 1, 2026. Your school chooses one of these dates — confirm with your olympiad coordinator.