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International Foundation General Knowledge & Current Affairs Olympiad (IFGCO)
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 1–10
Fee
₹150
Duration
60 minutes
About This Opportunity
The International Foundation General Knowledge & Current Affairs Olympiad (IFGCO) is an annual competition organized by the International Olympiad Foundation (IOF). This Olympiad aims to assess and enhance students' knowledge in various domains including current affairs, Indian and global history, geography, politics, and scientific advancements. It serves as a platform for students to test their general awareness and critical thinking skills.
This Olympiad is open to students from Class 1 to Class 10, enrolled in any recognized board such as CBSE, ICSE, ISC, and State Boards across India. Participants should be actively pursuing their school education. The competition is designed to be inclusive, with no gender preferences.
Participants gain valuable exposure to a competitive environment and can evaluate their general knowledge skills against peers. Successful candidates receive medals and certificates, recognizing their achievements. The Olympiad helps students develop a deeper understanding of various subjects and encourages self-improvement and confidence building.
The examination is conducted online, allowing students to participate from their homes or any location with internet access. It features measures to ensure integrity, such as shuffling questions and options, webcam proctoring, and restrictions on tab switching.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 1–10
- Age Range
- 6 - 15 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students in Classes 1-10 (ages 6-15) from any recognized board across India. No gender restrictions apply. Students must be currently enrolled in school.
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Benefits
- Receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals for top performance.
- Obtain certificates of participation and achievement.
- Gain national and international exposure.
- Enhance general knowledge and current affairs awareness.
- Improve analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Build self-confidence and competitive spirit.
- Access free mock tests to prepare effectively for the examination.
- Gain national recognition and exposure.
- Strengthens academic profile for higher education admissions.
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Difficulty: Mixed Levels
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