SOF ICO — older updates
Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for SOF International Commerce Olympiad, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
Older news (16)
The official Level-1 exam dates for SOF ICO 2026-27 have been confirmed. Schools can choose between November 30, 2026 or January 19, 2027 to conduct the examination for Classes 11 and 12 students.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
Science Olympiad Foundation has made available sample question papers in PDF format to help Classes 11 and 12 students prepare for the upcoming International Commerce Olympiad examination.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
Students wishing to appear in the International Commerce Olympiad must register through their respective schools. Schools need to submit registrations at least 30 days before their chosen exam date.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The official exam schedule is now available with two date options. Schools can choose either 30th November 2026 or 19th January 2027 for conducting the ICO Level-1 examination for Classes 11 and 12 students.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Aug 2026
SOF has published official sample question papers in PDF format to help students familiarize themselves with the exam pattern and assess their preparation level for the upcoming Commerce Olympiad.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Aug 2026
Schools must submit student registrations at least 30 days before their chosen exam date. The registration fee is Rs. 125 per student for Indian participants.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Aug 2026
SOF ICO 2026-27 Level-1 exam dates announced
25 Jun 2026The Science Olympiad Foundation has released the official exam schedule for SOF ICO 2026-27. Schools can choose between two dates: 30th November 2026 or 19th January 2027. SOF ICO is a single-level exam for Classes 11 and 12 students.
Read full notice →Archived 24 Jul 2026
SOF ICO 2026-27 sample papers now available
21 Jun 2026SOF has released official sample papers for the ICO 2026-27 exam to help students familiarize themselves with the exam pattern. The sample papers cover topics including Introductory Microeconomics, Business Services, and Accounting Process.
Read full notice →Archived 24 Jul 2026
Registration forms for the 2026-27 SOF Olympiad cycle have been dispatched to schools. Schools must submit registrations at least 30 days before the chosen exam date. Individual registrations are not accepted.
Read full notice →Archived 24 Jul 2026
SOF released the International Commerce Olympiad 2025-26 results for students who appeared in September and November 2025 exams. Students can access their scorecards, ranks, and Student Performance Reports at sofworld.org.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
For the 2026-27 academic session, SOF ICO winners will receive international, zonal, and school topper awards. The top 3 international rank holders will receive cash awards, medals, and certificates.
Read full notice →Archived 24 Jul 2026
The Science Olympiad Foundation released scorecards for the previous cycle, enabling students to download their Student Performance Reports with detailed analysis of strengths and improvement areas.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Aug 2026
Science Olympiad Foundation has announced the commencement of school registrations for the International Commerce Olympiad (ICO) for the 2026-27 academic session. Schools can register their students for Level 1 examinations scheduled later this year through the official SOF portal.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
To aid student preparation, SOF has made available previous years' question papers and sample tests on their official website. These resources cover all sections of the Level 1 examination and include detailed answer keys with explanations.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
The foundation has published detailed syllabus breakdowns for Classes 11 and 12, covering Business Studies, Accountancy, Economics, and Logical Reasoning sections. The syllabus aligns with CBSE curriculum while incorporating application-based questions to test conceptual clarity.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
SOF has declared the final international rankings for last year's ICO examinations. Top performers across zones have been awarded cash prizes and certificates. Schools can access detailed performance reports through their login credentials on the SOF portal.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jul 2026
Older dates (27)
Award distribution to schools
Fri, 21 May, 2027Awards, medals, and certificates sent to respective schools
Archived 24 Jul 2026
Result announcement (expected)
Mon, 22 Mar, 2027Results typically announced 6-8 weeks after final exam date on sofworld.org
Archived 24 Jul 2026
Result declaration (expected)
Sun, 21 Mar, 2027Results typically released in March following the exam cycle
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Result declaration
Sun, 21 Mar, 2027Results published on sofworld.org with Student Performance Reports
Archived 13 Aug 2026
Final results and international rankings announcement
Wed, 10 Feb, 2027International ranks, medals, and scholarships declared for all levels
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Answer key release (expected)
Thu, 4 Feb, 2027Tentative release in February 2027
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Answer key release (tentative)
Thu, 4 Feb, 2027Expected within 2-3 weeks after exam completion
Archived 13 Aug 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level-1 Exam – Date 2
Tue, 19 Jan, 202719th January 2027 – Second exam window for schools
Archived 24 Jul 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level-1 Exam - Date Option 2
Tue, 19 Jan, 2027January 19, 2027 - Alternate exam date for schools
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏅ICO Level-1 Exam - Date Option 2
Tue, 19 Jan, 202719th January 2027 - Schools choosing second date option
Archived 13 Aug 2026
🏅Level 2 examination date (for qualifiers)
Wed, 6 Jan, 2027Top performers from Level 1 appear for Level 2 at designated centers
Archived 5 Jul 2026
School registration deadline (Date 2)
Sun, 20 Dec, 2026Schools must register at least 30 days before 19th Jan 2027 exam date
Archived 24 Jul 2026
Last date for school registration (Date 2 schools)
Sun, 20 Dec, 2026For schools choosing January exam date
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date for school registration (Date 2 option)
Sun, 20 Dec, 2026Final deadline for schools choosing second exam date
Archived 13 Aug 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level-1 Exam – Date 1
Mon, 30 Nov, 202630th November 2026 – First exam window for schools
Archived 24 Jul 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level-1 Exam - Date Option 1
Mon, 30 Nov, 2026November 30, 2026 - Schools choose one date
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏅ICO Level-1 Exam - Date Option 1
Mon, 30 Nov, 202630th November 2026 - Schools choosing first date option
Archived 13 Aug 2026
Level 1 results and answer key release
Tue, 17 Nov, 2026Results available online; students can check individual performance reports
Archived 5 Jul 2026
School registration deadline (Date 1)
Sat, 31 Oct, 2026Schools must register at least 30 days before 30th Nov 2026 exam date
Archived 24 Jul 2026
Last date for school registration (Date 1 schools)
Sat, 31 Oct, 2026Schools must submit registrations 30 days before chosen exam date
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Last date for school registration (Date 1 option)
Sat, 31 Oct, 2026Schools must submit registrations 30 days before chosen exam date
Archived 13 Aug 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level 1 examination date (Set B)
Tue, 20 Oct, 2026Alternative examination date for schools opting for Set B
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏅SOF ICO Level 1 examination date (Set A)
Tue, 13 Oct, 2026Level 1 exam conducted in schools for registered students - Set A
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Roll number distribution to schools
Sun, 13 Sept, 2026Schools receive student roll numbers and examination guidelines
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Final school registration deadline
Mon, 24 Aug, 2026Last date for schools to register students for Level 1 examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
School registration deadline (early bird)
Thu, 25 Jun, 2026Schools can register students at discounted rates until this date
Archived 5 Jul 2026
School registration forms dispatched to institutions
Tue, 9 Jun, 2026Schools receive registration forms for 2026-27 session
Archived 13 Aug 2026
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