Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO)
₹25,000 Cash Prize
Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO) is a competition by Shamrang Scholars for students in Class 6–12, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 6–12
Fee
₹200
Duration
90 minutes for exam
Format
Individual
Time needed
One-time exam participation. Preparation time is needed.
About This Opportunity
The Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO) is a national-level competitive examination organized by Shamrang Scholars. It is designed to identify and nurture young talent with an aptitude for a career in the Indian civil services by providing early exposure to the format and rigor of competitive entrance exams.
The Olympiad is open to students from Class 6 to 12 across all recognized school boards in India. Participants are grouped into three distinct categories based on their grade level to ensure fair and balanced competition: Category 1 for Classes 6-8, Category 2 for Classes 9-10, and Category 3 for Classes 11-12.
Top performers at the national and state levels are rewarded with cash prizes, trophies, medals, and Certificates of Excellence. All participants receive a Certificate of Participation, encouraging them to explore their potential and build a strong foundation for future aspirations in public service.
The exam focuses on assessing skills crucial for civil services, such as general knowledge, current affairs, and analytical reasoning, providing an early introduction to the UPSC examination pattern. This helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities from a young age.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 6–12
- Age Range
- 11 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No specific academic requirements are required.
Open to students in grades 6-12 from any recognized school board across India. Participants compete in three categories: Class 6-8, Class 9-10, and Class 11-12. No specific academic percentage is required to participate.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The curriculum is designed to provide an early foundation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. It covers a broad range of topics including General Studies, Current Affairs, and Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) components, adapted to be age-appropriate for students in three categories: Classes 6-8, Classes 9-10, and Classes 11-12.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹25,000
Top performers at the national level are eligible for cash prizes up to ₹25,000 from a total prize pool of ₹2 Lakhs.
Prizes
Trophies & Medals
National toppers are awarded a trophy, and state-level achievers receive medals to recognize their outstanding performance.
Certificate
Certificate of Excellence
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation. Top performers are awarded a Certificate of Excellence, acknowledging their high scores.
Opens doors to
Participation and achievements in a national-level Olympiad focused on civil services aptitude can strengthen a student's academic and extracurricular profile for university applications.
Career pathways
Provides an early introduction to the UPSC examination pattern, helping students build a strong foundation and assess their aptitude for a future career in public service.
Recognition
National & State Level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Exam format
- Total marks
- 100
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Format
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
The Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO) is single-round online examination.
How entries are judged
Ranking is based on the total marks obtained. In case of a tie, preference is given to the student with fewer incorrect answers, followed by the student who completed the test in less time.
Selection process
Selection is based on the performance in the single-round online examination. Ranks are awarded at national and state levels based on the scores achieved.
How to apply
- 1Register online through the official CSPO website
- 2Complete the payment of the registration fee
- 3Receive admit card and examination link via email
- 4Appear for the online examination on the scheduled date and time
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of ₹200 is applicable for each student.
Refund policy
No refund is available.
Frequently asked questions
Is Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO) free?
₹200 registration
Who can participate in Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO)?
Students in Class 6–12. children aged 11-18.
What will my child gain from Civil Services Preparatory Olympiad (CSPO)?
Win cash prizes up to ₹25,000. Receive a trophy for being a national topper. Earn medals for state-level achievements. Get a Certificate of Excellence for outstanding performance. Receive a Certificate of Participation for taking part. Gain early exposure to the civil services exam pattern.
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