Global English Olympiad
India's Premier English Language Olympiad for Classes I to X. A two-level examination — School Level on 4 November 2026, Regional Level on 3 January 2027.
- Eligibility
- Classes I – X (10 grades)
- Format
- Two-level examination
- Stages
- School Level → Regional Level
- Boards
- CBSE · ICSE · State
How the olympiad is structured
Two levels. Everyone starts at their own school.
Level 1
School Level
4 November 2026
All registered students from Classes I–X participate in the Global English Olympiad at their respective schools.
Level 2
Regional Level
3 January 2027
Students who qualify from Level 1 proceed to the Regional Level. Top performers are eligible for National, State and School recognition.
Three bands, matched to age
A Grade I student and a Grade X student should not sit the same paper, so they don't.
Grades I – III
- Duration
- 45 minutes
- Questions
- 35
- Total marks
- 35
Grades IV – VII
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Questions
- 50
- Total marks
- 60
Grades VIII – X
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Questions
- 50
- Total marks
- 60
What sets it apart
Assess English language skills
GEO gives students a structured opportunity to assess their English language proficiency and academic potential.
Challenge beyond the classroom
Students challenge themselves beyond textbook learning and experience healthy academic competition.
Build confidence in English
Participation helps students develop confidence in English communication and identify their strengths.
Recognition at every level
Every student gets an opportunity. Every achievement deserves recognition — from participation certificates to national awards.
National, State & School awards
Top performers compete for National Toppers cash awards, State Topper recognition and School Topper gift hampers.
CBSE, ICSE & State Boards
Open to students across CBSE, ICSE and State Boards in Classes I to X at participating schools.
The journey of recognition
Top performers after Level 2 are eligible for National, State and School recognition — with cash rewards, gift hampers and certificate frames. This ensures students are recognised not only for winning, but also for participating, progressing and achieving.
National Toppers — ₹40,000
Rank 1: ₹25,000 · Rank 2: ₹10,000 · Rank 3: ₹5,000 — each with a Certificate Frame.
State & School Toppers
State Topper: ₹3,000 + Certificate Frame. School Topper: Gift Hamper + Certificate Frame.
Certificates for all
Participation Certificate for every Level 1 participant. Achievement Certificate for every Level 2 qualifier.
2026-27 at a glance
Key examination dates for GEO 2026-27.
Level 1 exam
School Level — at your own school
4 November 2026
Level 2 exam
Regional Level — for qualified students
3 January 2027