AOC Pakistan Chapter hosts the national team selection for the International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) 2027
An annual competition that tests secondary-school students' understanding of how the Earth works, its rocks, atmosphere, oceans and place in space, through theory, practical and fieldwork rounds.
- National round
- 20 February 2027
- Registration closes
- To be announced
- Team
- 4 students · 2 mentors
- International event
- To be announced
Section 01
About the olympiad
An annual competition that tests secondary-school students' understanding of how the Earth works, its rocks, atmosphere, oceans and place in space, through theory, practical and fieldwork rounds.
- Founded
- First held in 2007 in Daegu, South Korea, under the International Geoscience Education Organisation (IGEO).
- International event
- To be announced
How it works. Students sit written theory and practical examinations, then join mixed international teams for field investigations such as the Earth Science Project. The 2027 host and dates are to be announced.
Section 02
Your pathway
- 1
Register
Sign up through the AOC registration form. Deadline: To be announced.
- 2
National round
Sit the remote recorded test. Date: 20 February 2027.
- 3
Results
Results are published on the AOC website by candidate number.
- 4
Training
Top performers prepare with AOC mentors for the international event.
- 5
International team
The selected team represents Pakistan at the IESO.
Section 03
Who can take part
- Age
- 18 or younger at the time of the international olympiad.
- School status
- Must be a secondary-school student (Grades 9–12 or equivalent, such as Matric, O-Level, FSc or A-Level).
- Exclusion
- Students who have already completed their final secondary-school examinations are not eligible.
Section 04
The national round
- Date and time window
- Announced by AOC Pakistan Chapter before the testing period.
- Duration
- To be announced
- Format
- To be announced
- Test environment
- Remote recorded online test with invigilation controls
Calculators
To be announced
Section 05
How to register
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Fee
- Specified on the registration form. A minimal administrative fee may apply.
- Registration portal
- Accessible through the AOC Pakistan Chapter website and our social channels.
- Parental consent
- A signed consent form is required for applicants under 18.
Documents required
- Proof of age: B-Form, CNIC or a copy of the passport
- Current student status verification from the school
Section 06
Selection and the team
- Selection process
- Top performers in the national round are considered for Pakistan's team.
- Team size
- Up to 4 students with 2 mentors.
Training and next steps. Selected students train in geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy, with practical and field skills, ahead of travel.
Section 07
Costs
Covered by the host country
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Local transport
- Organised excursions during the official event dates
Covered by families or sponsors
- Return international airfare
- Visa application fees
- Personal travel insurance
Section 08
Preparation resources
Past papers and practice. Past IESO theory and practical papers are available on the IESO website. Visit the IESO website ↗
Syllabus topics
- Geology
- Meteorology
- Oceanography
- Astronomy
- Environmental science
Recommended reading
- Earth Science, Tarbuck & Lutgens
- Past IESO theory and practical papers
Section 09
Key dates
Registration opens
January 2027
Registration closes
To be announced
Results published
To be announced
Team announced
To be announced
International event
To be announced
Questions about the IESO national round?
Email us at support@academicolympiadcouncil.org, Pakistan's participation is subject to confirmation by the International Earth Science Olympiad organisers.