Humming Bird Tamil Olympiad (HTO)
Celebrating Language. Preserving Heritage. Empowering Young Tamil Scholars
⮚Why Participate in HTO?
The Humming Bird Tamil Olympiad (HTO) is a unique academic platform designed to inspire, strengthen, and showcase students’ command over one of the world’s oldest and richest classical languages—Tamil. With a focus on linguistic depth, literary beauty, and cultural pride, HTO encourages students to dive deeper into the essence of the Tamil language while mastering its structure, vocabulary, and expressions.
As the world increasingly values multilingual fluency and cultural literacy, HTO plays a crucial role in developing confident communicators, eloquent writers, and responsible language custodians—ready to represent their roots on a global stage.
⮚How HTO Benefits a Student:
• Builds a strong foundation in Tamil grammar, spelling, and comprehension
• Encourages interest in Tamil literature, poetry, and traditional proverbs
• Enhances academic performance in language and literature subjects
• Aligns with curriculum standards and supports school education
• Promotes creative and critical thinking through stories and written expression
• Cultivates pride in Tamil identity, culture, and heritage
• Offers students an opportunity for national-level recognition, awards, and scholarships
Whether your child is just learning simple words in Class 1 or mastering complex grammar in Class 12, the HTO provides the perfect stage to
celebrate their Tamil fluency and literary talent.
⮚HTO – Key Details
• Eligibility: Students of Classes 1 to 12
• Exam Mode: Online / Offline (based on school decision)
• Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Number of Questions: 50
• Exam Duration: 50 minutes
• Registration Fee (India): ₹150 per student
• Study Material (Optional): Experiential Olympiad Book – ₹125
⮚Awards & Rewards*
Every Participant Receives:
• Certificate of Participation
• Free Access to Video Tutorials & Mock Tests
• Performance Analysis Report with Rankings at School, State, Zonal & National Levels
Medal Policy:
• Top 3 Students in Each Class (if 10+ participants): Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals
• Class Topper (5–10 participants): Gold Medal
• Certificate of Merit for all Medalists
International Awards:
• 1st Rank: ₹50,000 + Gold Medal + Global Excellence Certificate
• 2nd Rank: ₹25,000 + Silver Medal + Global Excellence Certificate
• 3rd Rank: ₹10,000 + 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
The Humming Bird Tamil Olympiad is where language meets legacy—empowering students to preserve tradition, embrace expression, and shine with Tamil brilliance.