Registrations are invited for the International Informatics Olympiad by Silverzone. Register by August 31 and win exciting prizes!
About Silverzone
- The SilverZone Foundation aims to provide a platform for students to showcase their knowledge and skills.
- They are committed to identifying and nurturing young talent and creating a supportive environment for students to excel.
- The programs offered by the foundation are designed to provide a challenging and stimulating learning experience that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation.
- They believe that competition is a healthy way to motivate students and help them reach their full potential.
- Through their exams and assessments, the SilverZone Foundation aims to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century and equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in an increasingly competitive world.
About the Olympiad
The International Informatics Olympiad (iiO) is an annual competition that aims to assess students’ abilities and aptitude in the field of computer science. The curriculum for the iiO is based on the syllabus provided by various boards, including CBSE/ICSE and different state boards.
The iiO exam is centred on computer science and tests students’ proficiency in computer science concepts and related subjects. It comprises a series of multiple-choice questions and hands-on programming tasks that evaluate students’ logical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and analytical abilities.
Participating in the iiO not only gives students an opportunity to test their abilities but also helps them refine their skills and gain knowledge about international standards in computer science. It encourages students to pursue higher studies in computer science and consider it as a career option.
In conclusion, the International Informatics Olympiad is a platform for students to showcase their abilities and aptitude in the field of computer science. It provides them with a chance to compete at both national and international levels, gain recognition for their hard work, and improve their skills in computer science.
Structure of the Olympiad
Level 1
All students of classes 1 to 12 are eligible to take part in Level 1 (only).
About the Test Paper
The language medium is English only. The examination is being conducted for all classes from 1 to 12 with the following details:
- For classes 1-2: There will be 25 questions and the duration will be of 40 minutes.
- For classes 3-5: There will be 30 questions and the duration will be of 40 minutes.
- For classes 6-8: There will be 35 questions and the duration will be of 40 minutes.
- For classes 9-12: There will be 40 questions and the duration will be of 50 minutes.
- The details of the manner in which the test is to be conducted will be sent with the question papers. For classes 3 onward OMR answer sheets will be provided.
- The questions will be of an objective type in nature with multiple-choice answers. There is no negative marking.
Sample Question Papers
The detailed Syllabus and Sample Test Paper are provided in this website, click the following links to download the Syllabus and Sample Test Paper class wise. For books, please contact the School Coordinator or book your order online now.
Marking Scheme
Raw Score
Raw Score is derived from the total of multiplying each correct answer with its base marks. i.e. Raw Score = SUM (correct answer x subsequent base Marks).
Total Marks
Total Marks = Raw Score + SUM (Weightage of Correct Answers).
Weightage: Each Question carries an additional weightage starting from .0001, .0002 and so on. E.g. Question No. 1 will have the weightage of .0001 and Question No. 2 will have the weightage of .0002 and so on. The weightage will be used to break the tie while calculating Class/Zonal/Olympiads ranks.
Olympiad Rank
Includes all Students from India and Abroad of the same class.
Class Rank
Includes all students from all sections/division of the same class of the same school.
Prizes and Ranks
| Rank. No. | Award |
|---|---|
| 1st Olympiad rank | 1st Intl. Olympiad rank holder in each class will be awarded with a Cash Prize of Rs. 10,000/-. |
| 2nd Olympiad rank | 2nd Intl. Olympiad rank holder in each class will be awarded with a Cash Prize of Rs. 7,500/-. |
| 3rd Olympiad rank | 3rd Intl. Olympiad rank holder in each class will be awarded with a Cash Prize of Rs. 5,000/-. |
| 4th to 10th Olympiad rank | 4th to 10th Intl. Olympiad rank holders in each class will be awarded with Gift Certificate of Different Value. |
| 11th to 25th Olympiad rank | 11th to 25th Intl. Olympiad rank holders in each class will be awarded with Gift Certificate of Different Value. |
| 26th to 500th Olympiad rank | 26th to 500th Intl. Olympiad rank holders in each class will be awarded with Topper Achievement Certificate. |
| 1st, 2nd and 3rd Zonal Rank | All Zonal Rank 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rank holders of all classes will be awarded Medals of Excellence. |
| 1st, 2nd and 3rd State Rank | All State Rank 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rank holders of all classes will be awarded Medals of Excellence. |
| 1st, 2nd and 3rd Class Topper | Class Topper 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rank holders of every class of each school will be awarded with Medals of Excellence, provided the topper obtains at least 50% marks |
| All | All the participants will be awarded with the participation Certificate Reflecting their Class/Zonal/State/Olympiad Ranks and Marks. |
For up to 10 students getting the same rank, the award amount will be divided & distributed equally. In addition, each winner will be awarded a Symbolic Golden Medal of Excellence in the relevant category and Certificate.
In case 11 & more students get the same rank, in lieu of shared cash award, each winner will be awarded a gift certificate coupon along with a Medal of Excellence (in the relevant category) and a Special Achievement Certificate.
At School Level
Medals to Class Toppers
The top three class rank holders will be awarded with Medals of Excellence, Students must score at least 50%. 2. Chapter wise Performance Analysis Report for each participating student.
Every student who appears in this Olympiad will be provided with a Chapter wise Performance Analysis Report. It is a detailed analysis of how the student attempted the exam. The Question-wise Performance Analysis Report consists of four sections:
- Section A: provides the student’s marks and rank achieved in Class / Zonal/ Olympiad ranks.
- Section B: provides a Chapter wise performance score of the student.
- Section C: provides percentile score help to compare the result of other students in the Zone and at the international level.
- Section D: provides a percentage score analysis of the student with a comparison with the Class, zone and international level.
The objective of the Report is to share with the student and her / his parents, analysis of student’s answers. This is expected to enable the student understand her/his strengths and areas requiring improvement in absolute terms and also on a competitive scale consisting of lacs of students who appeared in the Olympiad.
Important Notes
Each winner will be entitled to one award for an exam. The winners will be entitled to the higher level award only. For eg, the international top 3 rank holders will be entitled to awards based on their International ranks. Awards accruing to them for their Zonal ranks will be given to the next rank holder. Similarly, class award accruing to a Zonal award winner will be given to the next rank holder.
How to Register?
To register for this olympiad, please get in touch with your school teachers and faculty.
Important Dates
- First olympiad date: October 31, 2023.
- Second olympiad date: November 30, 2023.
- Last date of registration: August 31, 2023.
Click here to read the official notification of the International Informatics Olympiad by Silverzone [For Students of Classes 1 to 12; Cash Prizes, Ranks, and Certificates as Awards].
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