What awards can I win in SCO Olympiad?

SCO Olympiad offers International Awards (Gold, Silver, Bronze medals with USD cash prizes), National Awards (Gold, Silver, Bronze medals), Merit Certificates, and Participation Certificates for all students.

How much cash prize does the International Topper get?

The International Rank 1 topper receives 250 USD + International Gold Medal + Certificate of Outstanding Performance in SCO Olympiad.

What are the eligibility criteria for SCO Olympiad cash awards?

Cash awards are available only to students whose school or country has a minimum of 70 registered participants in a specific grade and exam. Individual registrants must qualify for Level-2/International Round for cash prizes.

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Quick Links & Important Pages

Olympiad Registration

Register for International Math Olympiad (IMO), Science Olympiad (ISO), English Olympiad (IEO), Coding, AI & more

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School Registration

Schools can register their students for SCO Olympiad and get special benefits, awards for teachers & principals

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Olympiad Exam Dates

Check important dates, schedule, and timings for all SCO Olympiad exams for 2026-27 academic year

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Global Recognition

International Level Awards

Top 3 International Rankers Win USD Cash Prizes + Gold/Silver/Bronze Medals

International Rank	Awards & Scholarships	Eligibility Criteria	Award Level
🏆 Rank 1	250 USD + International Gold Medal + Certificate of Outstanding Performance	International Topper – Minimum 85% in International Round	International
🥈 Rank 2	180 USD + International Silver Medal + Certificate of Outstanding Performance	International Rank 2 – Minimum 80% in International Round	International
🥉 Rank 3	150 USD + International Bronze Medal + Certificate of Outstanding Performance	International Rank 3 – Minimum 75% in International Round	International

💡 Important Note on International Awards:

Only one student per international rank is awarded globally
Minimum 10 participants per Olympiad exam required for medal allocation
International Awards are based on performance in the SCO International Round (Level 2)
Classes 1-2 receive awards based on Level 1 performance (single level exams)

Country Level

National Level Awards

Honorific Awards for Top Performers at National Level

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National Gold Award

Students scoring 70% and above

National Achiever Gold Medal

+ Certificate of Excellence

5 Winners per Nation

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National Silver Award

Students scoring 65% and above

National Achiever Silver Medal

+ Certificate of Excellence

5 Winners per Nation

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National Bronze Award

Students scoring 60% and above

National Achiever Bronze Medal

+ Certificate of Excellence

10 Winners per Nation

📝 Note on National Awards:

National awards are honorific and do not include cash prizes. These awards recognize outstanding performance at the country level and include physical medals and certificates of excellence.

Olympiad Certificates

Digital Certificates for All Participants

Individual Registration Certificates

Students who register individually for SCO Olympiads receive e-certificates by email:

Participation Certificate - All participants
Merit Certificate - For good performance
Certificate of Excellence - For outstanding performance
Hall of Fame Certificate - Special recognition

Important: Individual registrants are not eligible for cash awards and physical medals unless they progress and compete in SCO Global Round (Level-2) or International Round.

Certificate Delivery & Eligibility

All participants receive:

Participation Certificate - All students
Merit Certificate - Students scoring 51% to 59%

Certificate Delivery:

All certificates are digital e-certificates
Sent to registered email after results
Check spam/junk folder if not received
Ensure correct email during registration

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SCO Olympiad Subjects & Stages

Choose from 12+ International Olympiads for Classes 1-12

Olympiad Name	Participating Classes	Stage/s	Registration
International Math Olympiad (IMO)	Classes 1 - 12	Level 1 & 2	Register
International Science Olympiad (ISO)	Classes 1 - 12	Level 1 & 2	Register
International English Olympiad (IEO)	Classes 1 - 12	Level 1	Register
International Coding Olympiad	Classes 1 - 12	Level 1	Register
International AI Olympiad	Classes 1 - 12	Level 1	Register
International Mental Ability Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Physics Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Chemistry Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Biology Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Finance Knowledge Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Entrepreneurship Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International Life Skill Olympiad SDGs	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register
International GK Olympiad	Classes 1 - 10	Level 1	Register

Important Updates & Policies

📋 Award Eligibility Policies

Cash Prize Qualification: Available only with minimum 70 registered participants from school/country in specific grade & exam
Medal Allocation: Minimum 10 participants per Olympiad exam required
Tie-breaking: For same rank, cash distributed proportionately (up to 4 students)
Higher Award Priority: Winners receive only the higher-level award

🎓 Why Participate in SCO Olympiad?

🌍 International Recognition: Compete with students from 50+ countries
📚 Skill Development: Enhance math, science, English, coding, AI, and logical reasoning skills
🏆 Exclusive Scholarships: Win scholarships & awards for academic excellence
🎯 Continuous Assessment: Regular mock tests, free study materials, and structured practice

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🎗️ Special Category Awards

Students with outstanding performance are entitled to "Hall of Fame Award with International Ranking Award". All Stage 2 participants receive Gold Medals and Detailed Performance Reports (DPR).