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Where the soul of Kannada becomes a student's strength.

The Humming Bird Kannada Olympiad (HKO) celebrates the beauty, strength and historical richness of one of India's most treasured classical languages — building confident Kannada scholars from Class 1 to Class 12.

Humming Bird Kannada Olympiad (HKO)

Nurturing Language. Honouring Culture. Empowering Future Kannada Leaders. The Humming Bird Kannada Olympiad (HKO) is an exclusive platform designed to enhance linguistic ability and instil cultural pride — helping students master grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and written expression in Kannada.

Why participate in HKO?

In an age where regional identity and multilingual proficiency are gaining importance, HKO gives students a unique opportunity to strengthen their command over Kannada while earning national recognition for their talent. It is more than a contest — it is a celebration of a living, classical language and the students who carry it forward.

The Humming Bird Kannada Olympiad is where language meets leadership — empowering students to communicate, compete and connect with the vibrant soul of linguistic legacy.

How HKO enriches a student's academic journey

  • Strengthens grammar, vocabulary and communication skills in Kannada
  • Encourages literary appreciation through poetry, stories and folk expressions
  • Enhances school performance in Kannada language and literature subjects
  • Supports curriculum goals while going beyond textbook learning
  • Boosts confidence in written and oral expression
  • Fosters deep-rooted cultural connection and pride in Karnataka's heritage
  • Provides national recognition, medals, scholarships and performance reports

From simple word formation in primary grades to rich grammar and literary interpretation in senior classes, HKO builds confident Kannada scholars who are ready to uphold the language with pride and precision.

HKO — key details

  • Eligibility: Students of Classes 1 to 12
  • Exam Mode: Online / Offline (as per the school's preference)
  • Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Number of Questions: 50
  • Exam Duration: 50 minutes
  • Study Material (Optional): Experiential Olympiad Book – ₹125

Awards & rewards*

Every participant receives:

  • Certificate of Participation
  • Free Access to Mock Tests & Video Tutorials
  • Detailed Performance Analysis Report with School, State, Zonal & National Rankings

Medal policy:

  • Top 3 Students in Each Class (if 10+ participants): Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals
  • Class Topper (if 5–10 participants): Gold Medal
  • Certificate of Merit for all Medal Winners
₹50,000International 1st Rank + Gold Medal + Global Excellence Certificate
₹25,000International 2nd Rank + Silver Medal + Global Excellence Certificate
₹10,000International 3rd Rank + Bronze Medal + Global Excellence Certificate

Zonal awards

  • 1st Rank: ₹3,100 + Gold Medal
  • 2nd Rank: ₹2,100 + Silver Medal
  • 3rd Rank: ₹1,100 + Bronze Medal
  • Ranks 4th to 25th: ₹500 Gift/Cash + Certificate of Zonal Excellence

*Terms & Conditions Apply

Empowering students to communicate, compete and connect.

The Humming Bird Kannada Olympiad is where language meets leadership — empowering students to communicate, compete and connect with the vibrant soul of linguistic legacy. Every word mastered is a step toward upholding Karnataka's heritage with pride and precision.

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