About Us — Olympiad Exam Organization

The organisation

Over 42,511+ schools have registered for Indian Talent Olympiad examinations till now, and millions of students have appeared in the Olympiad exams across India. Over the past years, the organisation has won the trust of over 1 crore parents, and more than 7 lakh teachers across the country have supported it in conducting the Indian Talent Olympiad event. Today its network counts 42,511+ schools, 10 million students, 2,00,000+ class toppers and 20,000+ scholarship winners.

ITO is a platform where talent is shown its right path. Level examinations designed in close coordination with experienced teachers, trainers and educationists aim to develop a strong conceptual foundation of subjects and sharpen analytical thinking and problem-solving skills — across Science, Mathematics, English, General Knowledge, Computer, Drawing, Essay and Social Studies.

Achievements by the schools and Indian Talent Olympiad have received media coverage in leading publications of the country such as India Today, Outlook, The Hindu, Deccan Herald and Times of India.

Leadership & advisory

Jagadeesh Masarakal

Role: Founder & Director

Madhumathi Masarakal

Role: Director

P.T. Usha

Role: Chief Advisor · Advisory Committee Head
About: Olympian champion, Arjuna and Padma Shree Awardee

The organisation is supported by professionals from different fields — IAS Officers, IIM Gold Medallists, Vice-Chancellors, Project Managers and founders of notable organisations.

Olympiads we conduct

Nursery to Senior KG: Little Champ Abacus (LCAO), Little Champ Hindi (LCHO), Little Champ EVS (LCEVSO), Little Champ English (LCEO), Little Champ Drawing (LCDO), and Little Champ Maths (LCMO).
Class 1 to 10: International Science Olympiad (ISO), International Maths Olympiad (IMO), English International Olympiad (EIO), General Knowledge International Olympiad (GKIO), International Computer Olympiad (ICO), International Drawing Olympiad (IDO), National Essay Olympiad (NESO), National Social Studies Olympiad (NSSO), National Hindi Olympiad (NHO), National Logical Reasoning Olympiad (NLRO), Abacus Olympiad (AO), Astronomy Space Olympiad (ASO).
Class 11 and 12: International Science Olympiad (ISO), International Maths Olympiad (IMO), English International Olympiad (EIO), and Commerce International Olympiad (CIO).

Scholarships

Indian Talent Olympiad is one of the few organisations in the country that awards scholarships of up to ₹1,00,000 every year to National Level Toppers from Classes 1 to 10. Students securing the second rank receive scholarships of up to ₹40,000, and National Rank 3 holders are awarded up to ₹25,000.

Study material & online Olympiads

A team of subject-matter experts devises content for each class. Along with workbooks, the organisation provides previous year's question paper sets so students understand the type of questions asked in the final exam, and it has introduced Online Olympiads so students can attempt questions the whole year before the final exam. See Olympiad books and sample papers.

Vision

To inspire students to achieve academic excellence by focusing on Talent Identification, Skill Development, Competitive Spirit, Scholarship Opportunities, and Academic Support — empowering young learners with the tools and encouragement to unlock their full potential and succeed in academic and future endeavors.

Mission

Indian Talent Olympiad is committed to nurturing and recognizing young talent across India and beyond through innovative Olympiad exams, comprehensive study materials, and accessible digital platforms. We strive to enhance students' conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while fostering a spirit of healthy competition. Through scholarships, awards, and continuous support, we aim to motivate every learner to excel, grow holistically, and become future-ready global citizens.

Core values

Excellence: pursuing the highest standards in educational assessments and learning resources.
Integrity: maintaining transparency, fairness and ethics in all exams, scholarships and interactions.
Innovation: embracing new technologies and pedagogies to continuously improve learning experiences.
Inclusivity: ensuring opportunities for students from diverse geographies, socio-economic backgrounds and academic levels.
Empowerment: enabling students to discover their potential and build confidence through recognition and rewards.
Collaboration: partnering with schools, educators, parents and communities to create a supportive learning ecosystem.
Commitment: dedicated to consistent growth, quality delivery, and lasting impact on student development.

Head office

No. 1005, Kailas Corporate Lounge, Veer Savarkar Marg, Powai–Vikhroli Link Road, Vikhroli (West), Mumbai – 400079. For phone, WhatsApp and e-mail channels, see Contact us.

Who conducts Olympiad exams?

Indian Talent Olympiad conducts Olympiad exams for students from Nursery to Class 12, online as well as offline, across subjects including ISO, IMO, GKIO, ICO, IDO, NESO and NSSO. The annual exams are conducted in two slots, and students can practice for the finals by attempting online tests through the year.

What is an International Olympiad exam?

International Olympiad exams are academic exams conducted at global levels, giving students from different countries a chance to compete on the same platform. They test reasoning ability and analytical skills, and boost critical thinking from a young age — bringing a good name to students and schools at large.