CREST Science Olympiad (CSO)

Q: Is there a Level 2 in CREST CSO?

Yes. CREST CSO is conducted in two levels.Nursery and Grade 1: Students scoring 60% or above in Level 1 qualify for Level 2.Grades 2–10 (online mode): Approximately the top 55.56% of students in Level 1 qualify for Level 2.The Level 2 syllabus remains the same as Level 1, but the questions are more challenging and focus on deeper conceptual understanding and analytical skills.

The CREST Science Olympiad (CSO) is an international exam which is conducted online for students in classes Nursery to 10^th . There will be 2 levels for students of all classes. CSO is an objective-type test that need to complete in 60 minutes of class 1 to 10 and 45 minutes for Prep/KG.

Teacher/parent will be assisting the students of classes Nursery to 1.

The exam is consists of two sections:

Section 1: Practical Science
Section 2: Achievers Section

Benefits of CSO Exam

Enhances conceptual understanding of Science through application-based questions.
Develops analytical thinking and logical reasoning skills.
Improves problem-solving abilities using Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS).
Encourages scientific curiosity and innovation beyond classroom learning.
Strengthens preparation for school examinations and competitive exams.

Mark Allocation

Level 1 Mark Allocation

Class	Section	No. of Questions	Marks per Question	Total Marks	Duration
Nursery, Junior KG & Senior KG	Practical Science	20	1	20	45 mins
	Achiever’s Section	5	2	10
	Grand Total	25	—	30
Classes 1–4	Practical Science	25	1	25	60 mins
	Achiever’s Section	10	2	20
	Grand Total	35	—	45
Classes 5–10	Practical Science	40	1	40	60 mins
	Achiever’s Section	10	2	20
	Grand Total	50	—	60

Level 2 Mark Allocation

Class	Section	No. of Questions	Marks per Question	Total Marks	Duration
Senior KG	Practical Science	20	1	20	45 mins
	Achiever’s Section	5	2	10
	Grand Total	25	—	30
Classes 1–4	Practical Science	25	1	25	60 mins
	Achiever’s Section	10	2	20
	Grand Total	35	—	45
Classes 5–10	Practical Science	40	1	40	60 mins
	Achiever’s Section	10	2	20
	Grand Total	50	—	60

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is CREST CSO?

CREST Science Olympiad (CSO) is an international science competition conducted by CREST Olympiads for students from Nursery to Class 10. The exam is designed to strengthen students' understanding of scientific concepts while developing analytical thinking, logical reasoning, observation skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Who can participate in CREST CSO?

Students studying in Nursery to Class 10 from recognized schools in India and abroad are eligible to participate in the CREST Science Olympiad. There are no minimum academic score requirements. Students can register either through their schools or individually via the official CREST Olympiads website.

What is the syllabus for CREST CSO?

The CREST CSO syllabus is based on the science curriculum taught in schools and varies according to the student's grade. It covers important concepts from Physics, Chemistry

Is there a Level 2 in CREST CSO?

Yes. CREST CSO is conducted in two levels.

Nursery and Grade 1: Students scoring 60% or above in Level 1 qualify for Level 2.
Grades 2–10 (online mode): Approximately the top 55.56% of students in Level 1 qualify for Level 2.
The Level 2 syllabus remains the same as Level 1, but the questions are more challenging and focus on deeper conceptual understanding and analytical skills.

How are CREST CSO rankings decided?

CREST CSO rankings are determined based on students' performance in the final qualifying level.

Nursery and Grade 1: No ranks are awarded because the exams are parent/teacher-assisted. Students scoring 60% or above receive a Star Medal and Merit Certificate.
Grades 2–10: Final rankings and awards are based on Level 2 performance.
Rankings are published as:
- International Rank
- Zonal Rank
- School Rank
- Percentile
In case of a tie, ranking is determined using factors such as Level 1 performance (where applicable), time taken to complete the exam, age (younger student ranked higher), and score normalization across different exam sessions.