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Competition Overview
The 2025 International Psychology Olympiad continues our tradition of excellence in identifying and nurturing the world's most talented young psychology students. This year's competition will be conducted entirely online, making it accessible to students worldwide.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Participate?
- Students must be enrolled in high school, secondary, or pre-collegiate education
- Must be graduating in 2027 or later
- All skill levels welcome - from beginners to advanced psychology students
- Participation is completely free of charge
Who Cannot Participate?
- Fresh graduates from High School (Class of 2026)
- Gap year students
- College or university students
Competition Format
Qualification Round: Global Grand Test
at 19:00 (Local Time)
Format: Individual Competition
Duration: 150 minutes
Questions: 300 multiple-choice questions
Content: Fundamental psychology knowledge covering all major areas of psychology
Purpose: This comprehensive test serves as the qualification round for the International Final. Top performers will advance to compete in teams.
Final Round: Team Competition
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The Final Round consists of two challenging modules designed to test different aspects of psychological knowledge and skills:
Module A: Material-based Objective Exam
Duration: 120 minutes
Format: 5 reading materials with 20 objective questions each (100 total questions)
Skills Tested: Critical analysis, comprehension, application of psychological concepts
Module B: Research Proposal Presentation
Preparation: 7 days ()
Presentation: 7-minute video presentation
Skills Tested: Research design, creativity, presentation skills, teamwork
Advancement Rules
From Qualification to Final Round
National teams are formed based on performance in the Global Grand Test:
- The top 6 students from each country/region advance to the Final Round
- Students must achieve "Distinction" grade or higher to qualify
- All 6 students form a national team competing together in the Final Round
Recognition System
Awards
Gold Award
Top performing teams
Silver Award
Outstanding achievement
Bronze Award
Excellent performance
Grades
- Highest Distinction: Top 5% of participants
- Higher Distinction: Next 10% of participants
- Distinction: Next 20% of participants
- Excellence: Next 30% of participants
Announcement
- Top 10 National Teams: Based on total scores across both modules
- Top 3 Individuals: Best performers in Material-based Exam
- Top 3 National Teams: Best Research Proposal Presentations
School Team Awards in the Global Grand Test
Starting in 2026, we are introducing a new international recognition system for schools and institutions that organize their students to participate in the Global Grand Test.
Recognition Recipients
This recognition will be given to the school, the advisors, and the top 6 students representing their school.
Eligibility
Schools and institutions with 6 or more students participating in the Global Round are eligible for School Team Awards
Scoring System
Team scores are calculated using the top 6 students' scores from each school
International Rankings
The top 30 schools worldwide will receive internationally ranked awards
Award Tiers
Golden Schools
Top 10
The highest achievement in school team excellence
Silver Schools
Top 11-20
Outstanding school team performance
Bronze Schools
Top 21-30
Excellent school team achievement
Important Dates & Timeline
Registration Opens
Begin your journey by registering for the competition
Registration Deadline
Last chance to register for the 2025 competition
Global Grand Test
Qualification round - 300 questions, 150 minutes
Qualification Results
Announcement of teams advancing to the Final Round
Research Topic Release
Teams receive their research proposal topic
Research Proposal Submission
Deadline to submit 7-minute presentation video
Final Exam
Material-based Objective Exam (120 minutes)
Final Results
Announcement of winners and awards
Competition Venue
Entirely Online
The 2025 IPsyO will be conducted entirely online, ensuring accessibility for students worldwide. All examinations and presentations will be delivered through our secure online platform.
- No travel required - participate from your location
- Secure online examination system
- Video submission for presentations
- Real-time support during examinations
Registration Requirements
What You Need to Register
- Basic school/organization information
- An advisor to verify your academic level and identity
- Valid email address for communication
- No registration fee - participation is free!
Note: Complete student list will be requested after initial registration.
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