ASTRONOMY SPACE OLYMPIAD (ASO)

Indian Talent Olympiad ASO (Astronomy Space Olympiad) is an astronomy- and space-science-focused Olympiad conducted by the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO). It is designed to develop students’ interest in astronomy, the Solar System, celestial bodies, space exploration, and scientific reasoning. The exam uses objective-type questions and encourages students to apply scientific concepts to understand astronomical phenomena.

Eligibility

Students studying in class 1 to 10 CBSE/ICSE/State Board or any other recognized board All over India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Indian Talent Olympiad ASO?

Indian Talent Olympiad ASO (Astronomy Space Olympiad) is an astronomy- and space-science-focused Olympiad conducted by the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO). It is designed to develop students' interest in astronomy, the Solar System, celestial bodies, space exploration, and scientific thinking. The examination uses MCQ-based questions and encourages students to understand and apply concepts related to space and astronomy.

Who can participate in Indian Talent Olympiad ASO?

Students from Classes 1 to 10 can participate in ASO.

What is the syllabus for Indian Talent Olympiad ASO?

The ASO syllabus is class-wise, with the complexity increasing as students move to higher classes.

At higher levels, the syllabus becomes considerably more advanced; Class 10 includes topics such as orbital mechanics, stellar classification, relativity, gravitational lensing, astronomical instruments, deep-space communication, and space law.

Is there a Level 2 in Indian Talent Olympiad ASO?

Yes. For the Indian Talent Olympiad (ITO) Astronomy Space Olympiad (ASO), the 2026–27 Annual Offline Olympiad is structured with Round 1 and Round 2. Students who qualify in Round 1 are eligible/required to appear for the Second Round.