NCO — National Cyber Olympiad (SOF)
Computer and cyber-awareness Olympiad for Classes 2–12. Covering hardware, software, networking, programming, and logical reasoning.
Computer Hardware & Architecture
CPU, memory, storage devices, input/output peripherals, and number systems
Practise →Software & Operating Systems
Types of software, operating system concepts, MS Office tools, and file management
Practise →Internet, Networking & Cyber Security
Internet basics, networking protocols, web technologies, cyber threats, and digital safety
Practise →Programming & Algorithms
Flowcharts, pseudo-code, Scratch/LOGO basics, and introductory coding concepts
Practise →Logical Reasoning & Pattern Recognition
Logical patterns, analogies, series completion, and data sufficiency
Practise →The National Cyber Olympiad (NCO) is a computer and IT-awareness competition conducted by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) for school students. It assesses knowledge of computers, information technology and logical reasoning.
The paper covers hardware and software basics, networking, the internet, and computer-based logical reasoning, scaled to each class level. Regular topic-wise practice builds both conceptual clarity and the speed needed for the time-bound test.
| Conducting body | Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) |
| Eligibility | Classes 2 to 12 |
| Sections | Logical Reasoning, Computers & Information Technology, Achievers Section |
| Questions (lower classes) | 35 questions for 35 marks |
| Questions (higher classes) | 50 questions for 60 marks |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
- Logical Reasoning — patterns, sequences and analytical reasoning
- Computers & IT — hardware, software, operating systems, the internet, networking and basic programming concepts (as per class level)
- Achievers Section — higher-order-thinking questions carrying more marks
- Keep up with current developments in technology and common software applications.
- Revise computer fundamentals — terminology, shortcuts and the function of common tools.
- Practise logical-reasoning questions, which carry significant weight.
- Attempt the Achievers Section carefully as it decides the top ranks.
What does NCO test?
NCO tests computers and information technology, plus logical reasoning, at a level appropriate to each class.
Who can take the NCO?
School students (Classes 2 to 12) can participate.
What are the sections in NCO?
Logical Reasoning, Computers & Information Technology, and the Achievers Section.
How long is the NCO exam?
The exam duration is 60 minutes.
Are these NCO practice questions free?
Yes. All topic-wise NCO practice on Safe Learning for Kids is free, with explanations.