SOF IEO 2026-27 (International English Olympiad) is conducted by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) for students of Class 1 to 12. The exam is held on 3 dates: Exam date – 30 September 2026 (held); Exam date – 27 October 2026 (held); Exam date – 17 November 2026. The next one is on 17 November 2026. Registration is open.
SOF IEO 2026-27
This page covers SOF IEO 2026-27 dates, how to apply, eligibility, the exam pattern, awards and official links.
| Full name | International English Olympiad |
| Conducted by | Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) |
| Classes | 1 to 12 |
| Mode | Offline (pen-paper, objective MCQ); Level 1 at the student’s own school during school hours, Level 2 at a centre finalised by SOF |
| Levels | Level 1: All registered students of Classes 1 to 12 (through their school); Level 2: Level 1 qualifiers of Classes 3 to 12 (Classes 1-2 are ranked on Level 1 only) |
| Duration | 60 minutes (Level 1) |
| Language | English |
| Fee | Rs 170 (incl. GST) per student per Olympiad, paid by the school to SOF (India, Bhutan, Nepal); the school may collect Rs 30 more, so students pay Rs 200 at school. No fee for students with a major physical disability or children of defence martyrs. |
| Official website | sofworld.org |
SOF IEO 2026-27 Quick Links
SOF IEO 2026-27 Important Dates
SOF has confirmed the SOF IEO 2026-27 exam dates. The result, answer key and Level 2 exam dates are to be announced. Dates were checked on 30 October 2026 against sofworld.org.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam date | 30 September 2026 (held) |
| Exam date | 27 October 2026 (held) |
| Exam date | 17 November 2026 |
| Registration (through school) | Open now |
| Result | To be announced |
| Answer key | To be announced |
| Level 2 exam | To be announced |
How to Apply for SOF IEO 2026-27
Registration through schools only; schools send registrations up to 30 days before their chosen exam date. The fee is rs 170 (incl. GST) per student per Olympiad, paid by the school to SOF (India, Bhutan, Nepal); the school may collect Rs 30 more, so students pay Rs 200 at school. No fee for students with a major physical disability or children of defence martyrs.
Is the SOF IEO 2026-27 application form out?
Yes. Registration through schools only; schools send registrations up to 30 days before their chosen exam date.
- Exam date
- 30 September 2026 (held)
- Exam date
- 27 October 2026 (held)
- Exam date
- 17 November 2026
Steps to Apply for SOF IEO 2026-27
- Registration is only through the student’s school; individual registrations are not accepted.
- The school registers as an exam centre (no fee) and fills the School Registration Form (SRF) and Students’ Registration Sheet (SRS).
- Student pays the Olympiad fee at school; the school sends forms and fees to SOF before the last date (usually about 30 days before the exam).
- SOF generates roll numbers for all registered students from the SRS.
Who can apply for SOF IEO 2026-27?
Classes 1-12 in a school registered with SOF; Level 2 for classes 3-12 only.
Qualifying and selection: Level 2 qualifiers (Classes 3-12): top 5% of Level 1 candidates class-wise internationally, top 25 rank holders of each zone and class, and the class topper of each school where at least 10 students of the class appear and score at least 50%.
What is the SOF IEO exam pattern?
SOF IEO has multiple-choice questions and lasts 60 minutes. Mode: offline (pen-paper, objective MCQ). The number of questions and marks depend on the class:
| Class | Questions | Marks | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1: Classes 1 to 4 | 35 | 40 | Word and Structure Knowledge 15 Q (15 marks), Reading 10 Q (10), Spoken and Written Expression 5 Q (5), Achievers Section 5 Q x 2 = 10 |
| Level 1: Classes 5 to 12 | 50 | 60 | Word and Structure Knowledge 30 Q (30 marks), Reading 10 Q (10), Spoken and Written Expression 5 Q (5), Achievers Section 5 Q x 3 = 15 |
| Level 2: Classes 3 and 4 | 35 | 40 | Word and Structure Knowledge 20 Q (20 marks), Reading 10 Q (10), Achievers Section 5 Q x 2 = 10 |
| Level 2: Classes 5 to 12 | 50 | 60 | Word and Structure Knowledge 35 Q (35 marks), Reading 10 Q (10), Achievers Section 5 Q x 3 = 15 |
CBSE, ICSE/ISC and State Board syllabi are followed, but the paper tests communication and use of English rather than rote grammar; Classes 11-12 follow the prescribed school syllabus. A Level 2 student who has moved up a class keeps the previous class syllabus.
What do SOF IEO toppers get?
Level 2 (Classes 3-12) top 5 international rankers get Rs 50,000 / 25,000 / 10,000 / 7,500 / 5,000 (Classes 1-2, on Level 1: Rs 25,000 / 10,000 / 7,500 / 5,000 / 2,500) with medals for the top 3; zonal ranks 1-3 get Rs 5,000 / 2,500 / 1,000, zonal ranks 4-10 a gift worth Rs 500, plus medals and certificates.
SOF IEO 2026-27 Official Notices and Links
Every date on this page comes from these official pages (30 October 2026):
- sofworld.org/ieo/about-sof-international-english-olympiad-ieo-exam/sof-i – Exam date
- sofworld.org/exam-schedule – Registration (through school)
- sofworld.org/registeryourschool – Registration (through school)
- results.sofworld.org/results – Result
- sofworld.org/ – Answer key
- sofworld.org/ieo – Answer key
SOF IEO 2026-27 FAQs
When is the SOF IEO 2026-27 exam?
Level 1 Date 1: 30 Sep 2026 (held). Level 1 Date 2: 27 Oct 2026 (held). Level 1 Date 3: 17 Nov 2026.
Is SOF IEO 2026-27 registration open?
Registration through schools only; schools send registrations up to 30 days before their chosen exam date.
Who is eligible for SOF IEO?
Classes 1-12 in a school registered with SOF; Level 2 for classes 3-12 only.
How many questions are there in SOF IEO?
Class Level 1: Classes 1 to 4: 35 questions, 40 marks; Class Level 1: Classes 5 to 12: 50 questions, 60 marks; Class Level 2: Classes 3 and 4: 35 questions, 40 marks; Class Level 2: Classes 5 to 12: 50 questions, 60 marks – 60 minutes (Level 1).
What is the SOF IEO fee?
Rs 170 (incl. GST) per student per Olympiad, paid by the school to SOF (India, Bhutan, Nepal); the school may collect Rs 30 more, so students pay Rs 200 at school. No fee for students with a major physical disability or children of defence martyrs.
What is the official website of SOF IEO?
sofworld.org