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CREST Science Olympiad (CSO): A Comprehensive Guide

The CREST Science Olympiad (CSO) is an internationally recognized online science competition conducted annually for Kindergarten (KG) students to Grade 10. Designed to challenge students and cultivate scientific curiosity, the CSO assesses logical thinking, analytical ability, and conceptual understanding of various science topics.
This Olympiad is a stepping stone for preparing students for competitive exams like SAT, JEE, NEET, and other science-based contests. The exam is structured into two levels, with higher-order thinking questions to sharpen students’ scientific acumen.

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Key Highlights 

Details

Aspect

Grades Covered
Mode of Examination
Registration Mode
Exam Duration
Question Type
Levels of Examination

KG to 10
Online
Through school & individually
KG - 45 minutes, Grades 1-10 - 60 minutes
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
2 levels for all grades

Exam Sections:
Exam Structure and Pattern 
The CSO consists of two sections, each testing different skill sets.

Eligibility Criteria

Level 1

✔ Open to all students from Grades KG to 10.
✔ Students can register through school or individually.
✔ Open to international participants.

Level 2

✔ Only students who meet the qualifying marks in Level 1 can proceed to Level 2.
✔ Qualifying criteria vary by year and grade.

Registration Process

Registration Through Schools

Individual Registration

Note: Individual participants must have a laptop/desktop with a webcam and stable internet for the online proctored exam.

Detailed Grade-Wise Syllabus 

The CSO syllabus is structured based on international standards. It covers fundamental science concepts, real-world applications, and higher-order thinking.

Syllabus for KG 

✔ Myself: Body Parts, Sense Organs, My Family, My Home, My School
✔ Environment: Seasons (Summer, Winter, Rainy), Pollution (Air, Water, Noise)
✔ Animals & Birds: Domestic, Wild, Pet, Farm, Water Animals
✔ Plants: Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers
✔ Transport & Safety: Road, Rail, Water, Air, Traffic Rules

Syllabus for Class 1

✔ Living & Non-living Things
✔ Plants & Animals
✔ Human Needs: Food, Clothing, Shelter
✔ Good Habits & Safety Rules
✔ Air, Water, Weather, and Sky

Syllabus for Class 2 

✔ Human Body, Food, Housing, Clothing
✔ Plants & Animals
✔ Occupations & Festivals
✔ Transport & Communication
✔ Earth & Universe

Syllabus for Class 3 

✔ Birds, Animals, Transport & Communication
✔ Matter, Light, Sound, Force
✔ Human Body & Earth’s Environment
✔ Our Universe 

Syllabus for Class 4

✔ Food & Digestion
✔ Matter & Materials
✔ Force, Work & Energy
✔ Earth, Universe & Environment

Syllabus for Class 5

✔ Human Body & Health
✔ Pollution & Natural Resources
✔ Matter, Force, Work & Energy
✔ Earth & Universe

Syllabus for Class 6

✔ Electricity, Light, Motion, & Measurement
✔ Living Organisms & Their Surroundings
✔ Food, Fibre, & Fabric

Syllabus for Class 7 

✔ Heat, Motion, Electricity, Acids & Bases
✔ Weather & Climate, Reproduction in Plants
✔ Nutrition & Respiration in Organisms

Syllabus for Class 8

✔ Microorganisms, Metals, Non-metals, Pollution
✔ Force, Friction, Sound, Light, Solar System
✔ Reproduction & Endocrine System

Syllabus for Class 9

✔ Force & Motion, Atoms, Molecules, Tissues
✔ Diversity in Living Organisms, Sound, Gravitation
✔ Natural Resources, Food Productio

Syllabus for Class 10

✔ Acids, Bases, Carbon Compounds, Periodic Table
✔ Electricity, Magnetism, Light, Reproduction
✔ Our Environment & Its Management

Exam Dates & Fees
Event
Date
Registration Deadline: Before November
Fee:
Awards & Recognition

✔ Top 50% of students receive recognition.
✔ International Ranks 1-3: Achiever’s Trophies & Merit Certificates.
✔ Top 10%: Medals.
✔ Top 25%: Merit Certificates.
✔ Top 50%: Honourable Mention Certificates.
✔ All participants receive a Digital Participation Certificate.

The CREST Science Olympiad (CSO) is an excellent opportunity for students to develop scientific curiosity and gain global exposure. Students can enhance their understanding and excel in competitive exams by preparing with sample papers, mock tests, and Olympiad workbooks.

For registration and queries, visit CREST Olympiads or contact:
📞 +91-98182-94134
📧 info@crestolympiads.com

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