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Programmes and Initiatives

All ISTF programmes for students, schools, and teachers

All Programmes
ISTF National Olympiad Examination
The flagship programme — a national-level written examination across 8 subjects for students of Class 1 to 10. Students receive All India Ranking and are eligible for cash prizes, trophies, medals, laptops, and certificates based on their performance.
Class 1 to 10All BoardsRs.170 per subjectWritten Exam
Olympiad Preparation Programme
Complete study materials for Olympiad preparation. Includes subject-wise Main Books, Workbooks, Last 10 Years Solved Papers, Mock Tests, and Practice Questions. Designed to build concepts, speed, and confidence.
Class 1 to 10All BoardsMain Book & Workbook: Rs.250 each (Compulsory)Last 10 Yrs Papers: Rs.250 (Optional)
ISTF AI Tutor
An AI-powered educational tool available in Marathi, Hindi, and English. Students can ask Olympiad preparation questions across all subjects and receive answers in their preferred language. Voice output is also available.
Class 1 to 10Marathi / Hindi / EnglishOnlineFree for basic queries
Career Guidance Seminars
Expert-led seminars for students of Class 6 to 10 covering career pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine, Law, and Entrepreneurship. Conducted at schools or online, covering JEE/IIT, UPSC, MPSC, CA, and AI career tracks.
Class 6 to 10Marathi / EnglishSchool visits + Online
Skill Development Workshops
Hands-on workshops on logical thinking, communication, financial literacy, and future-ready skills. Conducted in coordination with ISTF partner schools across Maharashtra.
Class 5 to 10Marathi / EnglishSchool / Online
School and Teacher Recognition Programme
Schools and teachers that demonstrate exceptional involvement in ISTF are recognised with trophies, certificates, and awards. Best Performing School Trophy, Best Teacher Certificate, and Coordinator Award are given annually.
All Participating SchoolsAnnual
Quick Reference
ProgrammeClassesMediumMode
ISTF National Olympiad1 to 10Marathi, Hindi, EnglishWritten Exam
Olympiad Preparation Materials1 to 10English, MarathiBooks / Study Material
ISTF AI Tutor1 to 10Marathi, Hindi, EnglishOnline
Career Guidance Seminars6 to 10Marathi, EnglishSchool + Online
Skill Development Workshops5 to 10Marathi, EnglishSchool / Online
School & Teacher RecognitionAll—Annual Awards