International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO) by NOF
by National Olympiad Foundation (NOF)
Medals & National Recognition
International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO) by NOF is a competition by National Olympiad Foundation (NOF) for students in Class 6–10, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 6–10
Fee
₹380
Duration
45 minutes
Format
Individual
Time needed
Approximately 45 minutes for the exam, plus self-paced preparation time.
About This Opportunity
The International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO), by the National Olympiad Foundation (NOF), is a national competitive exam that evaluates students' analytical and logical reasoning skills. It encourages participants to move beyond rote learning and apply critical thought to solve complex problems.
Open to students in grades 6 to 10 from any recognized board in India, this online Olympiad provides a platform to test reasoning abilities at a national level. Participation helps develop higher-order thinking skills crucial for future academic and career success.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 6–10
- Age Range
- 11 - 16 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No minimum percentage is required for participation.
Prerequisites
- Must be a student of a recognized educational board (e.g., CBSE, ICSE, State Boards).
Grades: 6-10. Location: Open to all students across India. Requirements: Must be enrolled in a school affiliated with a recognized educational board (e.g., CBSE, ICSE, State Boards).
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The syllabus is designed to test logical and analytical skills and is not tied to any specific school board curriculum. It focuses on universal problem-solving concepts.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Cash prizes are awarded to students who achieve top international ranks. The specific amounts vary by rank and are announced by the foundation.
Prizes
Medals for Top Performers
Top-ranking students at the school, state, and international levels are awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze plated medals of excellence to recognize their achievement.
Certificate
Certificate from NOF
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation. Top performers and students qualifying for the second phase are awarded a Certificate of Merit.
Opens doors to
Strong performance in a national-level Olympiad like ICTO demonstrates advanced analytical skills and can strengthen a student's profile for competitive university admissions.
Recognition
National Level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Exam format
- Total marks
- 30
- Duration
- 45 minutes
- Format
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
There will be single round of exam.
How entries are judged
Student rankings are determined based on the total marks obtained in the exam. In the event of a tie, the time taken to complete the test is used as a tie-breaker, with the student finishing faster receiving the higher rank.
Selection process
This is a single-level examination. Awards and recognition are based on the performance in this one exam.
How to apply
- 1Students can register through their schools, which coordinate with the National Olympiad Foundation.
- 2Individual registrations are also accepted directly through the official NOF website.
How to prepare
- Practice eBooks and sample papers are available for purchase on the official NOF website.
- Free demo tests are provided to help students get familiar with the online exam interface.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of INR 380 is applicable for each student. This fee can be paid through the school or directly on the NOF portal for individual registrations.
Refund policy
The registration fee is non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
Is International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO) by NOF free?
₹380 registration
Who can participate in International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO) by NOF?
Students in Class 6–10. children aged 11-16.
What will my child gain from International Critical Thinking Olympiad (ICTO) by NOF?
Medals of Excellence for top-ranking students.. Certificate of Participation for all students.. Cash prizes for international rank holders.. Detailed AI-powered performance analysis report for every participant.. Develops crucial higher-order thinking skills for future academic and career success.. National-level recognition for outstanding performance.. Certificate of Merit for top performers.. Cash prizes for top international rank holders.. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for toppers.. Certificate of Merit for high-ranking students..
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