International Hindi Olympiad (Hindi Olympiad Foundation) 2026-27
A Hindi language olympiad run by the Hindi Olympiad Foundation. The Ministry of Education sends it to every state, CBSE, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas. It is not SOF's International Hindi Olympiad, which is a different exam.
Sent to schools by the government Hindi Olympiad Foundation
Is it a government exam?
The Hindi Olympiad Foundation runs it. The Ministry of Education's Department of School Education and Literacy forwarded it to all States and Union Territories, CBSE, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti and NIOS in a circular dated 30 June 2026 (No. 4-3/2026-NAT). The circular says it is held in CBSE schools in more than 25 countries.
When is it in 2026-27?
Level 1 and Level 2 dates: to be announced by the Foundation. Registration closed on 31 August 2026.
How do I register my child, and what does it cost?
Through the school, or online on the Foundation's site. Fee: ₹150 in India, US$10 abroad.
What is the exam like?
One hour, on paper or online, in two levels: school level, then international level.
Are there sample papers?
Yes: the syllabus and sample papers for every class, 1 to 12, are free on the Hindi Olympiad's own website.
When do results come?
After both levels are over, on the Foundation's site.
From the Hindi Olympiad's own website, 26 Oct 2026.
Government olympiads for school children
Are olympiads government exams?
Every olympiad exam for 2026-27