Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 1
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computers – A Smart Machine
    
      - What is a computer?
- Basic Parts of Computer: Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, CPU
- Peripheral devices: Printer, Speaker, Headphone, Webcam
- Where computers are used: school, home, work, entertainment
 
- 
    Basic Computer Operations
    
      - How to start and shut down a computer
- Desktop: Folders, Cursor, Icons
- Minimize, Maximize, Close
 
- 
    Fun with Apps
    
      - Typing tools (MS Word)
- Applications in mobile & computer: YouTube Kids, Games, WhatsApp
 
- 
    Introduction to MS Paint
    
      - Opening and closing MS Paint
- Drawing and painting using tools like brush, pencil, colours
- Shapes: Circle, Rectangle, Square, Triangle
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
Questions are based on Windows 11.
					
				 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 2
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computers – The Ultimate Tool
    
      - Advantages and Disadvantages of computers
- Desktop: Taskbar, Search and Start (Windows key)
- Input, Processing and Output
- Use of peripheral devices: Printer, Speaker, Headphone, Webcam, Scanner, Pen drive
- Uses of computers in daily life: School, Bank, Hospitals etc.
 
- 
    Learning to use Keyboard and Mouse
    
      - Keyboard: Alphabet and Number keys
- Special keys: Caps Lock, Shift, Num Lock, Enter, Spacebar, Arrow keys, Delete, Backspace
- Key Combinations: Mouse
- Clicking and Hovering
- Buttons of mouse and their uses
- Drag and Drop
- Types of Mouse: Optical, Wired, Wireless, Touchpad, Gaming
 
- 
    Basic Computer Operations
    
      - Restarting, Sleep, Lock and Searching
- Minimize, Maximize, Close
 
- 
    Internet and Google
    
      - Searching with Google
- Online Communications
- WhatsApp
- Online Streaming
- YouTube Kids
 
- 
    Software Familiarization
    
      - Introduction to Word Processing
- Using Microsoft Word: Basic text formatting (Bold, Italic, Underline, Change Text Size), Title bar, Saving a file
- Applications in mobiles & computers: YouTube Kids, Games, WhatsApp, Alarm Clock, Google Calendar, Calculator
- Elements of Multimedia: Video, Audio, Text, Animation, Image
 
- 
    MS Paint
    
      - Advanced tools in Paint
- Line, Eraser, Fill, Magnifier and Shapes
- Saving your Drawing
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Drone
- Smartwatches
- Online Shopping
- Gaming Console
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
Questions are based on Windows 11.
					
				 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 3
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Fundamentals of Computer
    
      - Hardware and Software
- Input and Output devices
- Storage devices and Memory: Hard Drive, Flash Drive, Memory Cards, RAM/ROM
- System Software: Operating Systems (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
- Application Software
- Productivity Software: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
- Web Browsers: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, Mozilla Firefox
- Communication Software: Gmail, WhatsApp, Zoom, Google Meet
- Entertainment & Gaming Software: Minecraft, Temple Run, YouTube Kids
- Utility Software: Antivirus
 
- 
    Basic Computer Operations
    
      - Booting and Rebooting
- Lock and Passwords
 
- 
    GUI Operating System and Desktop Management
    
      - Windows and GUI
- Context menu (shortcut menu / pop-up menu)
- Microsoft Store
- Play Store
 
- 
    Introduction to File Management
    
      - Open, Close, Create, Rename and Delete a File or Folder
- Cut, Copy, Paste, Drag and Drop
 
- 
    Keyboard and Mouse
    
      - 
        Keyboard – Shortcut Keys: 
        Save (CTRL+S), Select All (CTRL+A), Print (CTRL+P), Find (CTRL+F), 
        Close (CTRL+W), Reopen Closed Tab/Window (CTRL+SHIFT+T)
      
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        Mouse – Cursor Types: 
        Text insertion (I-Beam, blinking line), Pointing (arrow), 
        Selection (crosshair), Busy (hourglass/spinning circle), Default cursor (arrow)
      
 
- 
    Introduction to Word Processing
    
      - New Documents: Creating, Opening, Renaming and Printing
- Editing Commands: Cut, Copy, Paste, Undo, Redo, Navigation using Home & End Keys
- Text Formatting: Font Colour, Fill Colour, Fonts, Cases
 
- 
    Internet – A Digital World
    
      - Use of Internet in daily life (Online & Offline)
- Web Addresses (URLs), Website, Web Browser
- Wireless Connections: Mobile Data, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Google Apps: Search, YouTube Music, Translate, Play Store, Contacts
 
- 
    MS Paint
    
      - Advanced Tools: Brushes, Rotate, Flip, Text, Curve, Tool Size, Resize, Skew, Cropping
- Undo and Redo, Colour Palette, Edit Colours
- Editing Images
- Save and Save As
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Talking Devices: Alexa, Siri, Google Nest
- Biometric Software: Fingerprint Scanner, Face Recognition, Voice Recognition
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
					
				 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 4
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computers
    
      - Hardware and Software
- Operating System
- Input and Output Devices
- Primary and Secondary Memory
- Bits, Bytes and Memory Size; RAM/ROM, Solid State Drive (SSD), Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
 
- 
    Keyboard
    
      - Function Keys
- Shortcut Keys with Windows, CTRL, ALT, SHIFT, Function Keys
 
- 
    GUI Operating System and Desktop Management
    
      - Search Bar and Cortana
- Settings: Date & Time, Languages, Display
- Shortcut Icons and Creating Desktop Shortcuts
- Context Menu: Display Settings, Personalization, Properties
- Taskbar Settings, File Explorer, Notifications
- RUN Dialog Box
 
- 
    Basics of Troubleshooting
    
      - Identify the Problem
- Restart and Refresh
 
- 
    Word Processing / MS Word
    
      - Tab Menu: Home, Insert, Draw, Design
- Find & Replace
- Indents, Tabs & Line Spacing
- Lists & Their Types
- Inserting Images
- Hyperlink
 
- 
    Introduction to Presentation Tool / MS PowerPoint
    
      - Slides: Add, Edit and Organize
- Tab Menu: Home, Insert, Draw, Design (Themes)
- Text Box and Editing
- Adding and Editing Images and Shapes
- Resize Tool
 
- 
    File Management
    
      - Types of Files & Folders with Extensions: 
        Text (.txt, .docx, .pdf), 
        Images (.jpg/.jpeg, .png, .gif), 
        Audio (.mp3), 
        Video (.mp4), 
        Presentations (.pptx)
      
- Recycle Bin: Restore Files, Permanent Delete
- Shortcut Keys: Cut, Copy, Paste, Undo, Redo
- File Explorer
 
- 
    Internet – Web Browsers
    
      - WWW, Web Browsers, Search Engines: Google, Bing, Yahoo!
- MS Paint (Advanced Tools: Colour Picker, Remove Background, Selection Tools)
- Using View Tab: Ruler and Gridlines
- Using Shift Key with Shapes, Line, Curve
 
 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 5
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computer System
    
      - Hardware and Software
- Input and Output Devices
- Primary and Secondary Memory
- Memory Units; Operating System
- RAM/ROM, Solid State Drive (SSD), Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Servers
 
- 
    MS Word
    
      - Paragraph Formatting using Paragraph Group
- Drop Cap
- Document Views
- Inserting Graphics: Pictures and Shapes
- Clip Arts
- Symbols
- SmartArt
- Multimedia Objects
- Text Box
- Inserting Header and Footer in a Document
- Charts and Tables
 
- 
    MS PowerPoint
    
      - Inserting Graphics: Pictures and Shapes
- Clip Arts
- Symbols
- SmartArt
- Multimedia Objects
- Text Box
- Inserting Header & Footer and Exploring its Features
- Running Slideshow
- Presentation Views
 
- 
    MS Excel
    
      - Formatting Cells
- Working with Formulas and Functions
- Managing Worksheets
- Charts and Graphs
 
- 
    Troubleshooting
    
      - 
        Basic Troubleshooting Steps: Restart the device, Check connections 
        (unplugged power cables or loose USBs), Understand simple error messages
      
- 
        Common Issues and Solutions:  
        
          - Computer won’t turn on – Check power supply and cables
- Frozen screen – Close an unresponsive application
- Keyboard or mouse not working – Plug them in correctly
 
 
- 
    Concept of Authentication
    
      - Authentication and its Types
- Authentication in Daily Life
- User, Accounts and Profiles
 
- 
    Cyber Security and Safety
    
      - Malwares: Virus, Worms, Trojan, Spyware
- Basic Security Concepts: Phishing, Identity Theft, Cyber Stalking, Cyberbullying, Flaming
 
- 
    Network and Communication
    
      - Types of Networks: PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN
- Domain and Servers
- Wireless Connections: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular (4G–5G), NFC
- ISP: Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi), BSNL
- Email and Creating an Account
 
- 
    Task Manager
    
      - Processes
- Performance
- App History
- Startup Apps
- Users
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Voice Assistants in Daily Life
- Cloud Storage: Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, iCloud
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
					
				 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 6
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computer and Number System
    
      - Hardware and Software
- Input and Output Devices
- Primary and Secondary Memory
- Memory units
- RAM/ROM, Solid State Drive (SSD) and Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Computer Language & 0/1
- Binary and Decimal number system
 
- 
    MS Word
    
      - Creating and applying styles for consistent text formatting
- Using tables, indents, footers/headers, page numbers, and hyperlinks
- Document Collaboration: Cloud-based tools like Google Docs for real-time collaboration, Commenting, Editing and Reviewing documents
 
- 
    MS PowerPoint
    
      - Adding advanced animations, transitions, and multimedia elements (Videos, Audio)
- Inserting charts and tables to present data
- Creating consistent slide designs with master slides and themes
 
- 
    MS Excel
    
      - Intermediate to Advanced Functions: Using basic formulas like SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, COUNTA, MAX, MIN
- Conditional formatting and simple data validation
- Creating charts and graphs to visualize data
 
- 
    Troubleshooting
    
      - Identifying hardware/software problems using basics
- Application freezes: Quitting and restarting
- Common browser issues: Clearing cache, refreshing pages, and checking the internet connection
- Basic Network Troubleshooting: Internet not working, Checking Wi-Fi connectivity and resetting the router, Identifying weak Wi-Fi signals
 
- 
    Network and Communication
    
      - Topology: BUS, STAR, MESH, RING, TREE, HYBRID
- Communication: Asynchronous Communication
- Cloud Computing and File Sharing
- Email and Creating an Account
 
- 
    Programming With Scratch
    
      - Block-based Coding
- Data Types: Numbers, Words, Yes/No (True/False)
- Loops (Repetition)
- Conditional Statements (If/Else)
- Introduction to Python
 
- 
    Cyber Safety and Internet
    
      - Types of browsing: WWW, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SFTP
- Site-specific searches: site:edu site:gov; Use of filters for images, videos, or date ranges
- Recognizing and avoiding fake browsing
 
- 
    Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
    
      - Sensors and Feedback Systems in Robotics: proximity sensors, light sensors, temperature sensors, Tactile sensor
- Robots and Self-Driving Vehicles
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Different Types of AI: Helpful Assistants (Alexa, Siri), Recommendation Systems (Netflix, YouTube, Spotify), Image Recognition (Google Lens)
- Thinking Hats (Black hats, White hats, Grey hats, Green hats, Blue hats, Red hats, Purple hats, Nation-state hackers, Script kiddies)
- Processors (Intel, AMD, Nvidia, Qualcomm, MediaTek, Huawei, Samsung and Apple)
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
  - Higher Order Thinking Questions - Syllabus as per Section 1.
- Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 7
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Computer
    
      - Hardware and Software
- Memory and Storage
- Computer Language 0 & 1
- Compiler & Interpreter
- Data Types (Integer, Float/Decimal, String, Boolean, Character/Char)
 
- 
    MS Word
    
      - Layout: Page Setup, Arrange and Paragraph
- 
        Mailing
        
          - Create: Envelopes, Labels
- Start Mail Merge: Letter, E-Mail Messages, Envelope
- Write & Insert Fields: Highlight Merge Fields, Insert Merge Field, Address Block, Greeting Line
- Preview Results, Finish
 
- Macros
- Track Changes & Reviewing Tools: Compare feature, Version history
- Collaboration: Real-time co-authoring, track edits, permissions (MS Word Online)
 
- 
    MS PowerPoint
    
      - Advanced graphic design: gradient fills, shadows, 3D effects
- Layering text, images, and shapes
- Interactive presentations: action buttons (jump to slides)
- Advanced animation: entrance, emphasis, exit, motion paths, timing & sequencing
- Collaboration: PowerPoint Online, export as PDF/video/link
 
- 
    MS Excel
    
      - Logical functions: IF, AND, OR, NOT, TRUE, FALSE
- 
        Key functions:
        
          - VLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH
- CONCATENATE / TEXTJOIN
- IFERROR, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS
- FILTER, UNIQUE
 
- Data validation & conditional formatting
- Macros
 
- 
    Photoshop Introduction
    
      - DTP and related software
- Starting Photoshop: create new file, save, save existing file
- Using Layers: layer basics, layers palette, rename layers, layer styles
- 
        Tools in Photoshop:
        
          - Selection tools: Rectangular Marquee, Single Column/Row, Lasso (Polygonal, Magnetic), Quick Selection, Magic Wand
- Crop & Slice tools
- Measuring tools: Eyedropper, Colour Sampler, Ruler, Note, Count
- Flattening
 
 
- 
    Programming with Scratch
    
      - Blocks: Motion, Looks, Events, Sound, Control
- 
        Making a Scratch Project:
        
          - Naming a project
- Adding / Deleting / Positioning / Moving sprites
- Pen extension: drawing lines
- Saving and opening projects
 
- 
        Drawing:
        
          - Drawing shapes: square, circle
- Drawing patterns: rotate sprite, create clone, draw pattern
 
 
- 
    Introduction to Web Development
    
      - How websites are built: HTML + CSS + JavaScript
- Basic rules: start with <!DOCTYPE html>, open/close tag pairs
- Introduction to CSS: colours, fonts, resize, spacing, borders, backgrounds, layout
- 
        Common tags:
        
          - <html>, <head>, <body>
- <h1> to <h6>, <p>, <div>, <br>
- <b>, <i>, <img>, <a>
 
 
- 
    Networking
    
      - Working of DNS, URL structure
- Bandwidth control, network speed, servers, hubs
- Intro to IP, VPNs & Proxies
- Cloud Computing: SaaS, IaaS, PaaS
- IPv4 vs IPv6 (basic comparison)
- Firewalls & network security basics
- Mailing
 
- 
    Cyber Security and Cyber Ethics
    
      - Encryption and Decryption
- Firewalls, IP Address and VPNs
- Cyber Ethics: digital piracy, plagiarism, digital footprint, fake news, basics of cyber laws
- Safe social media practices
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - AI in human intelligence
- IoT
- Edge computing
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
  - Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
- Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 8
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Algorithms and Flowcharts
    
      - Computational Thinking
- 
        Flowchart Symbols:
        
          - Oval (Start/End)
- Rectangle (Process/Task)
- Diamond (Decision/Condition)
- Arrow (Flow of control)
 
- Rules for creating flowcharts: Begin with "Start" and end with "Stop", use arrows to connect symbols, decisions lead to different paths
- Algorithms vs Flowcharts
 
- 
    Introduction to Canva
    
      - 
        Canva Interface:
        
          - Understanding dashboard: templates, projects, folders
- How to create a new design
- Drag-and-drop functionality
- Difference between free and premium elements
 
- 
        Design Basics:
        
          - Contrast, alignment, balance
- Color theory basics and color combinations
- Using white space effectively
- Choosing appropriate fonts for different purposes
 
- 
        Typography Skills:
        
          - Font pairing, size and hierarchy
- Text alignment and spacing
- Making titles stand out
 
- What can we do on Canva: Social Media Posts, Academic Posters, Creative Writing, Presentations, Infographics, Collaborative Projects
- Video Editing: Making short videos/reels, Adding text, stickers, music, trimming clips, arranging scenes
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Human-Computer Interaction: GUI, CLI, Touch, Voice, Gesture-based
- Emerging Technologies: IoT, Blockchain, Quantum Computing
 
- 
    MS Access
    
      - Types of Queries
- Creating a Query
- Sorting Data in Query
- Creating a Report
 
- 
    MS Excel
    
      - Using statistical functions like MEDIAN and CORREL
- Working with large datasets: Text to Columns, Remove Duplicates
- Advanced formulas: nested IF functions, array formulas
- 
        Data Visualization:
        
          - PivotTables, PivotCharts, Slicers
- Advanced charts: radar, bubble, 3D, combo charts
- Formatting charts: color themes, axis, legends, data labels
 
- 
        Conditional Formatting:
        
          - Complex rules and color scales
- Using formulas for custom formatting (e.g., top 10% values)
 
- 
        Data Validation and Protection:
        
          - Drop-down lists
- Restrict data entry
- Protect sheets and ranges
 
- 
        Power Query and Power Pivot:
        
          - Import, clean, transform data
- Build data models, analyze large volumes, create relationships between tables
 
- 
        Automation with Macros:
        
          - Recording, editing, debugging macros
- Using VBA for custom automation scripts
 
 
- 
    MS PowerPoint
    
      - Customizing design elements: backgrounds, color palettes, fonts
- Inserting and customizing vector graphics, icons, images
- 
        Advanced Transitions and Animations:
        
          - Motion paths, emphasis, fade effects
- Customizing timing, triggers, sequencing
 
- 
        Multimedia Integration:
        
          - Embedding videos, audio, interactive elements
- Hyperlinks for interactive/non-linear presentations
 
- 
        Data Visualization:
        
          - Inserting charts, tables, SmartArt
- PowerPoint "Design Ideas" for automatic layout suggestions
 
- Collaboration and Sharing: real-time editing, comments, export as video/PDF
 
- 
    MS Word
    
      - Multi-level lists for organizing information
- Section breaks for page layout control
- Inserting footnotes, endnotes, citations
- Advanced headers and footers, automatic updates
- 
        Styles and Themes:
        
          - Customizing and saving styles
- Modifying themes for consistent formatting
 
- 
        Working with Tables:
        
          - Inserting and formatting complex tables
- Sorting, merging cells, formulas within tables
 
- Track Changes: Accept/reject changes, comments for feedback
- Document Protection and Security: Password protection, restrict editing, create forms with content controls
 
- 
    Network and Communication
    
      - E-commerce and Online Transactions: B2B, B2C, C2C, online payment systems
- Blogging
- Emerging Technologies: 5G, IoT, Cloud Computing, AI in Communication
- Modes of communication in data transmission
 
- 
    Operating Systems & GUI
    
      - Functions: process management, memory management, file system management, device management
- Single-user vs. Multi-user
- User interface: GUI vs CLI
- Navigating a basic OS (e.g., Windows)
- Using UI
- Fundamentals of Computer
 
- 
    Programming
    
      - Introduction to Python
- Character Set, Tokens, Comments, Statements
- Data Types, Variables
- Defining Input and Output in Python
- Error Handling
- Programs in Python
 
- 
    Web Development
    
      - Introduction to forms: <form>, <input>, <button>, <label>
- Types of input fields: text, password, email, etc.
- Embedding audio & video using <audio> and <video>
- Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
- Creating navigation menus with <nav> and <a> tags
- Styling navigation menus using CSS (horizontal and vertical menus)
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
  - Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
- Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 9
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Advanced Networking & Internet Concepts
    
      - HTTP vs HTTPS – difference in security and encryption
- Structure of a URL – protocol://domain/path
- MAC Address vs IP Address – purpose and format
- DNS (Domain Name System) – role in resolving domain names
- Client-Server Model – real-life application (browser-server interaction)
- HTTP Status Codes – 200 (OK), 404 (Not Found), 403 (Forbidden), 500 (Server Error)
 
- 
    Algorithms and Flowcharts
    
      - Applications of Algorithms and Flowcharts: software design, ATM, login process
- Algorithm Design Principles: Correctness, Efficiency, Clarity
- Advanced Flowcharts: If-else structures, Nested decisions
- Loops in Algorithms and Flowcharts: While loops, For loops
- Printing numbers from 1 to 10
- Real-Life Applications: Software designing, everyday technology
 
- 
    Data Representation & Memory
    
      - Binary, Decimal, Hexadecimal Systems – conversions and patterns
- Bit, Byte, Nibble, Word – units of data and memory
- ASCII vs Unicode – character encoding differences
- Data Compression – purpose and formats (ZIP, JPEG, MP3)
- Storage Units & Order – KB, MB, GB, TB, PB
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Blockchain – decentralisation and transparency
- Green Computing – energy-efficient devices, e-waste reduction
- Robotics – applications in industry, healthcare, and space
 
- 
    MS Office
    
      - File Handling and Export: saving in different formats, print options, PDF export
- Data Integration: linking Excel charts in Word, mail merge, embedding files
- Cloud and Collaboration Features: OneDrive, sharing, comments, real-time editing
- Security and Protection Features: password protection, read-only mode, restricting editing
 
- 
    Multimedia & Design Software
    
      - Basics of animation: traditional vs digital
- Types of animation: 2D, 3D, motion graphics
- Frames, keyframes, timeline
- Interface overview and tools
- Creating a new project: stage setup, canvas size, resolution
- Brush, pencil, and shape tools
- Colour theory basics: fills, strokes, gradients
- Layers and workspace organization
- Simple frame-by-frame animations (e.g., bouncing ball)
- Adjusting frame rate and previewing animation
- Introduction to motion tweens
- Text tools and formatting
- Adding basic effects: glow, blur
- Exporting as GIF or MP4
 
- 
    Operating System Functions
    
      - Types of OS: Real-time, Distributed, Multi-user, Embedded, Mobile OS
- Functions of an OS: process scheduling, memory management, file system management, device control
- System vs Application Software – OS as interface
- User Interface Types: GUI vs CLI
- Booting Process – cold boot vs warm boot; BIOS and POST
- Task Management: multitasking, foreground vs background processes
- Access Control and Permissions: Read/Write/Execute
- System Utilities: disk cleanup, task manager, defragmentation
- Virtual Memory – basic concept and purpose
 
- 
    Python Programming (Text-Based Coding)
    
      - Control structures: if-else, loops (for, while)
- Debugging and writing clean code
- Functions
- Syntax, indentation
- Data types: int, float, string, Boolean
- Simple code output prediction
- IDE
 
- 
    Web Development
    
      - Use of <iframe> for embedding maps, videos, websites
- Embedding multimedia: <video> and <audio>
- HTML Form validation: required, minlength, pattern, type=email/number
- Use of placeholder, autocomplete, readonly, disabled attributes
- Introduction to CSS Box Model: content, padding, border, margin
- Inline vs internal vs external CSS – use cases and differences
 
- 
    Working with Databases using MS Access
    
      - MS Access: Database, Tables, Fields, Primary Key, Simple Queries, Forms, Reports
- Creating & Saving a Database: define structure, data types, enter/save data
- Editing a Database: add, delete, modify records, global editing
- Modifying Database Structure: insert, delete, modify fields
- Sorting & Indexing: sort by one/multiple fields, indexing, need for re-indexing
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
  - Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
- Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.
 
								
					Cyber Olympiad Syllabus for Class 10
					
						
Section 1: Computer & IT
  - 
    Advanced Networking & Internet Concepts
    
      - Ports and Protocols – e.g., port 80 for HTTP, port 443 for HTTPS
- Public vs Private IP addresses (IPv4 basics)
- Static vs Dynamic IP allocation (DHCP)
- Web hosting basics – Domain, web server, hosting providers, uptime
- Packet switching, Packet loss, Routers, Throughput
 
- 
    Algorithms and Flowcharts
    
      - Algorithm Design: nested conditions, designing modular algorithms using sub-processes
- Flowchart Techniques: loops, nested conditions (if-else, switch)
- Iteration: using loops in algorithms (for, while)
- Problem-Solving Activities (Algorithms): LCM & GCD, palindrome check, count vowels
- Problem-Solving Activities (Flowcharts): simulate calculator, sort array
- Integration with Programming Languages: convert flowcharts into working code
- Logical Operators in Conditions (AND, OR, NOT)
 
- 
    Computer Fundamentals
    
      - Operating System
- Number System
- User Interface
- Memory
- Task Management
 
- 
    Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
    
      - Digital Forensics: investigating computers, mobile phones, networks to uncover evidence
- Digital Evidence: deleted files, emails, messages, browser history, photos/videos, network/server logs
- Types of Digital Forensics: computer, mobile, network, cloud, memory forensics
- Process of Digital Forensics: identification, preservation, analysis, reporting, presentation
- Relationship Between Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
 
- 
    Data Management and E-commerce
    
      - Key Components of Data Management: collection, storage, organization, quality, security, analytics
- Types of E-Commerce Models: B2C, B2B, C2C, C2B
- Key Features of E-Commerce: online stores, payment systems, shopping cart, reviews, order management
- Challenges of Data Management: privacy, security, data overload, integration, accuracy
- Technologies Supporting Data Management: Cloud Computing, Big Data, Machine Learning & AI, DBMS
 
- 
    Latest Developments in the Field of IT
    
      - Machine Learning (ML) – difference from AI, usage in prediction and personalisation
- Green Computing – energy-efficient devices, e-waste reduction
 
- 
    MS Office
    
      - MS Word
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Excel
- MS Access
 
- 
    Python Programming (Text-Based Coding)
    
      - Use of Python Modules: math, random, datetime, statistics
- Data Validation and Error Handling
- List & Dictionary: nested lists, list comprehensions, dictionary methods (update(), pop(), items(), etc.)
- Functions: default and keyword arguments, return vs print, lambda functions
- File Handling – text files: read, write, append, using with, line-by-line reading, writing logs/reports
 
- 
    Web Development
    
      - Types: front-end (client-side), back-end (server-side), full-stack development
- Web Design
- Web Hosting & Deployment
- Web Development Tools
- Web Security
- Web Performance Optimization
 
- 
    Working with Databases using MS Access / DBMS
    
      - Querying: set conditions using relational/logical operators, multiple conditions
- Working with Multiple Databases: relationships (1-1, 1-many, many-1, many-many)
- Object Linking & Embedding: linking vs embedding, inserting/linking external objects
 
Section 2: Achievers Section
  - Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
- Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.