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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Final results and international rankings announcement
Wed, 10 Feb, 2027International ranks, medals, and scholarships declared for all levels
Archived 5 Jul 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
Level 1 results and answer key release
Tue, 17 Nov, 2026Results available online; students can check individual performance reports
Archived 5 Jul 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
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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