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NCO Olympiad 2023 - SOF NCO Exam Dates, Eligibility, Application, Pattern, Result
Exam Date 19 Dec, 2023
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About NCO 2023
NCO 2023- Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) will conduct the NCO 2023 (National Cyber Olympiad). SOF NCO exam is held for classes 1 to 10 students. The details of SOF National Cyber Olympiad 2023 are available online on the official website- www.sofworld.org. From each school, at least 5 students should apply for SOF NCO 2023.
- NCO 2023 exam will be conducted on November 28, 2023, and December 19, 2023. Each school has to select a feasible date to conduct the exam.
- The exam paper contains three sections: Logical Reasoning, Computers & Information Technology and Achiever's Section.
- Students have to attempt all these questions in a duration of 60 minutes.
- Science Olympiad Foundation releases the official answer key of NCO 2023 (Set A & B) on the official website.
- SOF NCO result 2023 is declared online on the official website of SOF.
NCO 2023 Highlights
| Full Exam Name | National Cyber Olympiad |
| Short Exam Name | NCO |
| Conducting Body | Science Olympiad Foundation |
| Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
| Exam Level | Matriculate |
| Languages | English |
| Mode of Application | Offline |
| Application Fee (General) | 125 Rs [Offline] |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Exam Duration | 1 Hour |
NCO 2023 Important Dates
Upcoming Dates and Events
19 Dec, 2023
Exam - Level 1 | Mode: Offline
Past Dates and Events
28 Nov, 2023
Exam - Level 1 | Mode: Offline
NCO 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Science Olympiad Foundation sets the eligibility of SOF National Cyber Olympiad 2023 exam. SOF NCO 2023 eligibility must be satisfied by each student. Check the eligibility criteria for the NCO exam 2023:
- The student must be enrolled in a school recognised by the SOF in order to be eligible for NCO exam.
- Only Class 1 to 10 students are eligible for the National Cyber Olympiad.
- The student must have filled the complete application form and submitted it to the school authorities along with the fees before the last date i.e. 30 days before the exam date.
NCO 2023 Application Process
Mode of Application : Offline
Students can apply for National Cyber Olympiad 2023 in offline mode. They can collect the NCO application form 2023 from the Principal, Vice Principal or teacher-in-charge.
After filling the complete SOF NCO form 2023, students have to submit the same with the fees of Rs 125 to school authorities. They can apply for the SOF National Cyber Olympiad 2023 through their respective schools only.
Application Fees
| Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBC, SC, ST, General | Offline | Male, Female, Transgender | ₹ 125 |
NCO 2023 Syllabus
Class 1-Logical reasoning
Patterns |
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Problems based on figures |
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Measuring units |
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| Length, weight, time, and money |
Geometrical shapes |
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Odd one out |
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Spatial understanding |
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Grouping of figures |
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Analogy |
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Ranking test |
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Class 1-Computers and IT
Introduction to computers |
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Parts of computer |
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Uses of computer |
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Keys and keyboard |
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Computer mouse |
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Starting and shutting down the computer |
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Introduction to MS-paint |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 1-Achievers section
Class 2-Logical reasoning
Patterns |
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Measuring units |
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Odd one out |
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Series completion |
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Geometrical shapes |
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Analogy |
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Ranking test |
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Grouping of figures |
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Coding-decoding |
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Embedded figures |
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Class 2-Computers and IT
Computer-a smart machine |
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General Information about computers |
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Parts of computer |
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Uses of computer |
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Learning to use keyboard and mouse |
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MS-Paint |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 2-Achievers section
Class 3-Logical reasoning
Patterns |
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Analogy and classification |
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Coding-decoding |
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Mirror images |
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Embedded figures |
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Alphabet test |
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Ranking test |
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Grouping of figures |
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Figure matrix |
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Geometrical shapes |
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Days and dates, and possible combinations |
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Class 3-Computers and IT
Fundamentals of computer |
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General Information about computers |
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Storage devices |
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Parts of computer |
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Uses of computer |
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Input and output devices |
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Introduction to internet |
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MS-Paint |
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Introduction to Ms-word |
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| Opening, closing, saving, and printing a word document |
Components of MS-Word Window |
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Editing commands |
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| Cut, copy, paste, undo, and redo |
Moving in a document using home and end keys |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 3-Achievers section
Class 4-Logical reasoning
Patterns |
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Alphabet test |
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Coding-decoding |
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Mirror images |
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Embedded figures |
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Geometrical shapes and solids |
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Ranking test |
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Direction sense test |
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Days and dates and possible combinations |
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Analogy and classification |
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Class 4-Computers and IT
About computers |
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| General information |
Evolution of computers |
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Parts of computer |
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Input and output devices |
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Hardware |
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Software |
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MS-word |
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| Formatting a word document, font group, format painter, search using find and replace option, checking spelling and grammar using thesaurus |
Using windows 7 |
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Introduction to internet and its uses |
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Computer networks |
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MS-Paint |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 4-Achievers section
Class 5-Logical reasoning
Patterns |
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Analogy and classification |
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Coding-decoding |
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Geometrical shapes |
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Mirror images |
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Water images |
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Embedded figures |
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Direction sense test |
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Ranking test |
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Alphabet test and Logical sequence of words |
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Puzzle test |
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Class 5-Computers and IT
Input and output devices |
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Hardware |
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Software |
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Storage devices |
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Memory |
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| Primary and secondary memory |
MS-Paint |
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Introduction to multimedia |
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MS-word |
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| Paragraph formatting using paragraph group, drop cap, document views, inserting graphics-pictures and shapes, clip arts, symbols, smart art, multimedia objects, text box, inserting header and footer in a document and exploring its features |
Introduction to MS-PowerPoint |
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| Component of MS-PowerPoint window and its features, inserting graphics-pictures and shapes, clip arts, symbols, smart art, multimedia objects, text box, inserting header and footer and exploring its features, running slide shows, presentation views |
Internet |
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Computer networks |
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Using windows 7 |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 5-Achievers section
Class 6-Logical reasoning
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
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Class 6-Computers and IT
History and generation of computers |
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Types of computers |
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MS-Windows 7 |
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MS-word |
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| Working with charts and tables, using page layout tab |
Arranging multiple windows of a document |
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MS-powerpoint |
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| Creating presentation using animation, custom animation and transitions, creating new slides using slides pane, outline pane and slides from outline, working with handouts and notes master, arranging multiple windows of a presentations |
| Working with charts and tables |
Internet and e-mail |
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Introduction to Qbasic |
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Hardware |
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Software |
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Input and output devices |
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Memory and storage devices |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 6-Achievers section
Class 7-Logical reasoning
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
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Class 7-Computers and IT
Fundamentals of computer |
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Evolution of computers |
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Memory and storage devices |
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Using windows 7 |
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MS-word |
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| Links, mail merge, macros, exploring styles group |
MS-powerpoint |
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| Working with slides master and themes, advancing slides using hyperlink and actions, customizing and broadcasting slide shows |
MS-excel |
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| Components of MS-Excel window, editing and formatting cells in a worksheet, introduction to formulas, sorting and filtering data, macros, features of insert and page layout tabs |
Programming in Qbasic |
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Internet and viruses |
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Networking |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 7-Achievers section
Class 8-Logical reasoning
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
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Class 8-Computers and IT
Fundamentals of computers |
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Internet and viruses |
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HTML |
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| HTML, head, title, body (attributes: Background, bg color, text, link, alink, vlink), font (attributes: Color, size, face), center, BR, HR (attributes: Size, width, align, noshade, color), comment tag(<!-- -->), <H1>..<H6>, <P>, <B>, <I>, <U>, <IMG> |
| HTML elements: A, UL and Ol (attributes: Type, start) |
MS-access |
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Networking |
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MS-word |
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| Exploring file tab, language and translate options, tracking features-comments, reviewing pane, tracking changes, comparing, combining and protecting documents, working with references |
MS-powerpoint |
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| Exploring file tab and slide show tab, comparing, combining and protecting presentations |
MS-excel |
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| Exploring file tab, useful formulas and functions-IF, Even, Odd, LCM, GCD, power, product, round, SQRT, sum, min, max, average, count, upper, lower and replace, cell referencing, using defined names group |
Memory and storage devices |
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Basics of cyber crimes |
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Cyber laws |
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Operating systems |
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| Introduction, features, types-single user and multi-user |
Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 8-Achievers section
Class 9-Logical reasoning
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
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Class 9-Computers and IT
Algorithms and flowcharts in programming |
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Visual basic |
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Animations |
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HTML |
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| Links, anchors, and table tags |
MS-word |
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MS-excel |
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| Formula auditing, data tools, protecting and sharing workbooks/ worksheets, working with cell range |
MS-powerpoint |
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Hardware |
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Software |
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Input and output devices |
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Memory and storage devices |
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Flash CS6 |
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Communication technology |
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| Networking, internet, and multimedia |
Operating systems |
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| Types-interactive (GUI based) |
Real time and distributed |
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Commonly used OS |
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Using windows 7 |
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Introduction to scratch |
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Introduction to python (2.7.0) |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 9-Achievers section
Class 10-Logical reasoning
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
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Class 10-Computers and IT
Fundamentals of computer |
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Operating system |
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MS-word |
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Networking |
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MS-powerpoint |
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MS-excel |
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HTML |
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Internet |
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Database management system |
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| Functions, types, MS-Access |
Using windows 7 |
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Scratch |
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Python (2.7.0) |
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Latest developments in the field of IT |
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Class 10-Achievers section
NCO 2023 Preparation Tips
SOF National Cyber Olympiad 2023 is a national level Olympiad and thus, requires strenuous preparation and commitment. Although, hard work and determination are important, having a proper direction for preparation is also required.
These preparation tips and tricks shared by the olympiad toppers and exam experts will guide you through the preparation for SOF NCO 2023-
- Know the standard of the questions: Knowing the standard of questions in an Olympiad is a must. NCO exam 2023 offers you an assortment of questions from every field. Usually very analytical, you have to tread the path carefully.
- Study Material: SOF says that the syllabus for SOF NCO 2023 will be derived from the CBSE/ICSE and state boards. According to SOF guidelines, you need to study your own textbooks for the Olympiad.
- Go to the basics: Your basics should be clear to answer analytical questions, so, it is highly advised that you study your textbook entirely, according to the NCO syllabus, and cover all the minute details.
- Be familiar with the syllabus: Knowing the syllabus is very important to prepare for SOF NCO 2023. Learn the syllabus and make a plan to study the whole syllabus into groups like "Prepared, Not prepared, to revise.." etc. This will give discipline to your studies.
- Practice Sample question papers: Giving mock tests and practising sample question papers is a must. You would have an insight into what kind of questions to look out for and what to expect in the exam. This will give you a boost in your confidence.
The exam authority follows the CBSE/ICSE and state board curriculum. The paper is divided in three section sections. The exam pattern of SOF NCO 2023 is given below:
| SOF NCO 2023 Pattern for Class 1 - 4 | |||
| Units | No. of Questions | Marks per question | Total marks |
| Logical Reasoning | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| Computers and IT | 25 | 1 | 25 |
| Achiever's Section | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| Grand Total | 35 | 40 | |
| SOF NCO 2023 Pattern for Class 5 - 10 | |||
| Units | No. of questions | Marks per question | Total marks |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Computers and IT | 35 | 1 | 35 |
| Achiever's Section | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| Grand Total | 50 | 60 | |
NCO 2023 Mock Test
Taking Mock tests and practising from sample papers is really important as it helps you to figure a lot of things about NCO 2023 like the syllabus, standard of questions, exam pattern etc.
This practice also makes you familiar with the exam and you get confident on the day of the exam. You can find mock tests for SOF NCO 2023 on the official website of SOF.
NCO 2023 Admit Card
The admit card for SOF NCO 2023 is provided by the school authorities one or two weeks before the exam in the school. Candidates must carry their admit card while appearing for SOF NCO as they will not be allowed to sit for the exam.
After the exam, admit card should be kept safely as it has your enrolment number and all the information. Candidates will need their admit card to check their results.
Documents Required at Exam
- Admit Card
- School ID Card
SOF will release the NCO 2023 answer key of Set A and B in the online mode on the official website. Candidates can use the answer key to calculate their probable score in the exam.
The result of SOF NCO 2023 is released online on the official website. Students can check the NCO exam 2023 result by using roll no. provided on the admit card or offline by the school authorities. Every student will be given a participation certificate and an 'SPR', Student Performance Report. The result for NCO 2023 level 1 makes you eligible for the scholarship.
SOF NCO Awards 2023
| Rank | Award |
| 1, 2 and 3 | Gold, Silver and Bronze Medal respectively. |
| All | Participation Certificate |
| All | Student Performance Report (SPR) |
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:When will the result of NCO 2023 be announced?
Answer:
SOF NCO result level 1 will be announced on February 2024.
SOF NCO result level 1 will be announced on February 2024 tentatively.
Question:From where can I download the NCO answer key?
Answer:
NCO answer key is made available online on the official website, sofworld.org.
Question:Is there any negative marking in NCO exam?
Answer:
No, there is no negative marking in the NCO exam 2023.
Question:Can I apply for NCO along with other olympiads?
Answer:
Yes, you can apply for NCO along with other SOF Olympiads.
Question:Who can apply for NCO?
Answer:
Only students studying in Class between 1 and 10 are eligible for NCO exam.
Question:Who conducts NSO?
Answer:
Science Olympiad Foundation or SOF conducts NSO exam.
Question:What is the full form of NCO exam?
Answer:
The full form of NCO is National Cyber Olympiad.
Questions related to NCO
What is the maximum age to enlist in the Indian Army/Navy/Air Force as an NCO?
Dear Aspirsant,
The maximum age to enlist in Indian armed forces i.e. Army,Air force and Navy as an NCO is 21 Years for GD i.e.Ground duty and 23 for clerk in various areas.
Note :- The date of birth accepted by the office is that entered in the Matriculation or an equivalent examination certificate.
Hope this helps to reslove your doubts regarding this.
Have a good future ahead...
Answer laterAt 23 years of age, what is my best option of joining the Indian Special Forces? Could I join as an NCO?
Hello,
PARA Special Forces is an elite force of the Indian Army and it is considered as once in a lifetime opportunity. Becoming a PARA SF Commando is challenging.
Eligibility: 100% marks in physical fitness is needed along with 50% in written tests. Age limit is 18 to 23 years for para Commando Officer.
You will have the assurance of joining Parent Regt already allotted if you fail to qualify in the special screening tests for PARA Regiment.
Noncommissioned officer (NCO), also spelled non-commissioned officer are generally to supervise enlisted soldiers and aid the commissioned officer corp. They are military officer appointed by a commissioned office.
NCO ranks: An Army sergeant, an Air Force staff sergeant , and a Marine Corporal.
follow the given link for more details
Hope this is relevant
Thanks
What is the minimum age to enlist in the Indian Army/Navy/Air Force as an NCO?
Dear Reader,
The minimum age to join any armed forces in India i.e.Army,Airforce or Navy as Non-Commissioned Officer is 17 years 6 months.
Note :- The date of birth accepted by the office is that entered in the Matriculation or an equivalent examination certificate.
Hope this help to solve your doubts regarding this topic.
Wishing you a great day and have a great future ahead....
What is the quickest way to join the Indian Army/Navy/Air force? Could I directly enlist in the Indian army/navy/air force as an NCO? If so, what are the procedures?
Hey Aspirant,
Hope you are doing great,
You can join Indian Army/Navy/Air Force after 12th. The following is the link which will provide you the information about the procedure to join:
https://www.careers360.com/articles/Universities/How-to-join-Indian-Army-Navy-Air-Force
If you are more interested in Indian Air Force:
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/how-join-indian-air-force
I hope this will help you,
Best of Luck :)
can i edit "NO" OPTION TO "YES"whether son of JCO/NCO/other Rank officers and studying in Sainik Military school
Hello,
Assuming from your question that you are currently studying in a Sainik school if so then you can simply go to the Main office or admission block and ask them to rectify that mistake by providing all the neccessary documents i.e Service letter of your father and some other documents.
If not studying in a sainik school and willing to go then just tell them this at the time of admission and provide them with the documents.
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