GDSO 2025

Class VII — Syllabus, Pattern & Prizes

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Syllabus

What to study (Class VII)

Basic Mathematics

  • Fractions & Decimals
  • Lines & Angles
  • Simple Equations
  • The Triangle and its Properties
  • Perimeter and Area
  • Comparing Quantities

Science

Physics

  • Motion and Time
  • Heat
  • Light

Chemistry

  • Acids, Bases & Salts
  • Physical and Chemical Changes

Biology

  • Nutrition in Animal
  • Respiration in Organism
Exam Pattern

Two-Tier format with negative marking

Tier-1 is the preliminary level test for all applicants, while Tier-2 is the advanced level test for students who qualify Tier-1.

Tier 1 — Preliminary Level

  • Number of Questions: 45
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Type of Questions: Single-correct objective questions
Marking Scheme:
• Correct Answer +4 Marks
• Incorrect Answer −1 Marks

Tier 2 — Advanced Level

(Only for students who qualify Tier 1)

  • Number of Questions: 30
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Type of Questions: Higher Order Thinking MCQs
Marking Scheme:
• Correct Answer +4 Marks
• Incorrect Answer −1 Marks
Recognition

Prizes & Scholarships — Class VII

Total Prize Pool for Class VII: ₹ 1 Lakh
1st Rank
₹ 25,000
Cash prize to the topper
2nd Rank
₹ 10,000
Cash prize to the runner-up
Next 13 Students Ranks 3rd– 15th
₹ 5,000 each
Total 13 students after 2nd rank
Total: ₹65,000
Scholarships
GDSO 2025 offers ₹2 Crore in scholarships across classes. See the complete scholarship breakdown for eligibility and coverage.
View ₹2 Cr Scholarships
Note: All Tier-1 participants will receive a certificate of participation after the exam.