Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO)
Scholar's Trophy & Medals
Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO) is a competition by Unicus Olympiads for students in Class 2–11, open to students across India. Registration closes 30 Jun 2026.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 2–11
Fee
₹225
Duration
60 minutes
Format
Individual
Time needed
The exam duration is 60 minutes. Additional time is required for mock tests and preparation.
Key Dates
- Registration closes
- 30 Jun 2026
- Competition
- 8 Jul 2026 – 15 Jul 2026
Participating Schools (Offline Centers), Multiple Cities, Multiple States
About This Opportunity
The Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO) is an international competitive examination designed to assess and enhance students' general knowledge and current affairs. It offers a platform for students to test their understanding of the world, fostering a competitive spirit and preparing them for future academic challenges by emphasizing conceptual understanding and critical thinking.
This Olympiad is open to students from grades 2 to 11, studying in recognized schools across India affiliated with CBSE, ICSE, or State Boards. Participants can register individually online or through their schools, with the exam conducted in both online and offline modes. Top performers receive prestigious awards including Scholar's Trophies, medals, and Certificates of Excellence.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 2–11
- Age Range
- - years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students must be studying in recognized schools in India, affiliated with standard education boards (CBSE, ICSE, State Boards).
Prerequisites
- Understanding of the syllabus from the immediate last two academic years is required.
Open to students in grades 2-11 from recognized Indian schools affiliated with CBSE, ICSE, or State Boards. Participation is nationwide, with no specific gender or financial criteria. Students in grades 3-11 need to be familiar with the previous two academic years' syllabus, while Class 2 students need to know the Class 1 syllabus.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The syllabus is designed based on a combination of CBSE and ICSE curricula, covering a wide range of General Knowledge topics including monuments, religious places, important dates, personalities, countries, capitals, books, authors, politics, and current affairs.
Rewards & Recognition
Prizes
Scholar's Trophy & Medals
Top performers receive prestigious awards including Scholar's Trophies, Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for their achievements in the Olympiad.
Certificate
Certificate of Excellence
All participants receive a digital participation certificate. Top 25% participants or those scoring above 60% receive a Certificate of Excellence.
Opens doors to
Participation in UGKO enhances a student's profile for future academic applications and competitive exams, providing a competitive edge in entrance examinations for higher education by building a strong foundation in general knowledge and critical thinking.
Recognition
National Academic Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Assesses knowledge from previous two academic years for comprehensive evaluation.
- Focuses on conceptual understanding and critical thinking rather than rote learning.
- Online exams are proctored with a mandatory webcam for fair assessment.
- Offers both online and offline participation options through schools.
- Recognized as India's first summer Olympiad, now also available in winter sessions.
Exam format
- Total marks
- 100
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Format
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) with two sections: Classic Section (General Knowledge) and Scholar Section (High Order Thinking Skills/Current Affairs).
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
The competition consists of a single online or offline examination. Students are provided with three mock tests to practice before the final exam, which can be attempted up to three times.
How entries are judged
Ranking is primarily based on the total marks obtained in the exam. In case of a tie in the online mode, the student completing the test in lesser time is ranked higher, followed by the younger student based on Date of Birth. For offline mode ties, marks scored in the Scholar section of the previous class, then the previous to previous class, then the Classic section of the previous class, and finally the previous to previous class are considered.
Selection process
Selection is based on the total marks achieved in the single-level examination. Specific tie-breaking rules are applied for both online and offline modes to determine final ranks.
How to apply
- 1Students can register individually online through the Unicus Olympiads website.
- 2Schools can register their students by submitting duly filled registration forms at least one month before the final exam.
How to prepare
- Three online mock tests provided to all registered students.
- Sample papers available on the Unicus Olympiads website.
- Detailed syllabus for each class available online.
- Olympiad preparation content from partners like Olympiad Success.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
The registration fee for Indian students is INR 225 per subject, which includes access to three mock tests. For international students, the fee is USD 15 per subject. All fees paid are non-refundable.
Refund policy
Fees once paid are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO)?
The registration deadline is 30 Jun 2026.
Is Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO) free?
₹225 registration
Who can participate in Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO)?
Students in Class 2–11. children aged -.
What will my child gain from Unicus General Knowledge Olympiad (UGKO)?
Digital participation certificate for all students.. Certificates of Excellence for top 25% participants or those scoring above 60%.. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for top 3 students registered through schools (with 25+ participants in a class).. Scholar's Trophy and Certificate of Excellence for overall top 3 participants in each subject (Grades 2-11).. Gold Medal and Certificate of Excellence for top 10% overall participants or those with Zonal ranks less than or equal to 10.. Development of general knowledge and current affairs concepts.. Inculcation of competitive spirit and readiness for future challenges..
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