# CREST Reasoning Olympiad (CRO) 2024-25
Website: https://www.crestolympiads.com/reasoning-olympiad-cro
Organization: CREST
Contest Name: CREST Reasoning Olympiad (CRO) 2024-25
Applicable For: Students in Grades 1-10
Last Date for Registration: November 2024
Exam Dates: December 2024 and January 2025
What is the CREST Reasoning Olympiad?
The CREST Reasoning Olympiad (CRO) is an international online competitive exam for students in Grades 1-10. It’s a single-level objective-type test, completed in 60 minutes. The exam follows the CBSE, ICSE/ISC, and other State Board syllabi. Exams are conducted online using web-enabled devices (laptop, tablet, or desktop with webcam; mobile devices are not allowed). Students registering individually will take the exam from home.
Key Highlights:
* International Competition: Open to students worldwide.
* Focus on Reasoning: Tests logical and analytical skills.
* Objective-Type Test: Multiple-choice questions.
* Online Examination: Convenient and accessible.
Eligibility Criteria for the CREST Reasoning Olympiad
* Students in Grades 1-10 are eligible.
* Participation is possible through individual registration or through schools.
* Schools must be affiliated with a recognized Indian education board (ICSE, CBSE, State Board, IB, etc.).
How to Participate in the CREST Reasoning Olympiad
Registration through Schools:
Schools registered with CREST Olympiads receive registration forms. If your school isn’t registered, email info@crestolympiads.com to request a prospectus. Completed forms must be returned by the due date.
Individual Registration:
If your school doesn’t participate, you can register individually: https://www.crestolympiads.com/registration
Syllabus & Exam Pattern for the CREST Reasoning Olympiad
The syllabus varies slightly by grade level, increasing in difficulty. The exam covers topics including:
* Patterns
* Geometric shapes
* Analogy
* Spatial understanding
* Coding-decoding
Marking Scheme:
* Grades 1-4: Total weightage of 45 marks.
* Grades 5-10: Total weightage of 60 marks.
Important Dates & Fees for the CREST Reasoning Olympiad
Exam Dates: December 2024 and January 2025
Exam Fee: INR 225 for students in India. Fees for international students vary by country.
Related Olympiad: CREST English Olympiad (CEO) 2024-25 (Note: Replace “link_to_ceo_information_if_available” with an actual link if available)