The Olympiad Excellence Program is a specialized training course designed for students from Class 7 to 11 who aim to excel in national and international Olympiad competitions. The program focuses on analytical thinking, proof-based learning, and advanced conceptual mastery to prepare students for high-level competitive challenges.
Programme at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Olympiad Excellence Program — “Advanced Learning for Olympiads.” |
| Classes | 6 – 11 (programme page); grade cards cover Class 7 to 11 |
| Programme fee | Completely free · merit-based (as published by PACE) |
| Selection | Written test + personal interview |
| Batch size | Small batch — 40 students only |
| Mode | Online (PACE online programme) |
| In Nashik | Batches, timings, fees and branch: confirmed by the PACE Nashik counsellor (Joshi’s Classes) |
Grade-wise Olympiad pathway
Early Olympiad foundation in Maths and Science. Builds analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
For students beginning serious Olympiad preparation through Junior Science, NSEJS and IOQM-level Maths pathways.
Structured preparation for Junior Science Olympiad, NSEJS and IOQM-level Maths problem-solving.
Advanced preparation for NSEJS, IOQM and the transition towards senior subject-wise Olympiad pathways.
For Class 11 students preparing for NSEP, NSEC and IOQM pathways leading towards INPhO, INChO and INMO.
About the program
The program builds a deep conceptual foundation required for competitive exams like Olympiads, while also strengthening academic performance.
- Higher order thinking & proof–based learning
- Coverage of major National & International Olympiads
- Small group focused sessions
- Advanced problem solving practice
Course Overview
- Designed for advanced learners seeking deeper conceptual understanding
- Strong emphasis on logic, reasoning, and analytical problem-solving
- Structured preparation aligned with global Olympiad standards
- Free access to PaceApp for enhanced learning insights and study resources
- Free access to STEPapp – Gamified Learning Application (Worth ₹5,000) which makes Math & Science learning engaging while building a strong conceptual base
Olympiads Covered
- IOQM – Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics
- IMO – International Mathematics Olympiad
- NSO – National Science Olympiad
- NCO – National Cyber Olympiad
- ISO – International Science Olympiad
- IESO – International Earth Science Olympiad
- NSTSE – National Level Science Talent Search Exam
- And more advanced competitions
Course Highlights
- Development of higher-order thinking skills
- Proof-based and concept-driven learning approach
- International-level problem-solving methodology
- Intensive practice with advanced conceptual depth
- Mentorship-driven preparation strategy
- Small-group sessions for personalized academic attention
Subject-wise Programs
Mathematics (IOQM Spark & Masterclass), Physics and Chemistry Olympiad tracks are listed by PACE for the current intake.
| Track | Classes | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| IOQM Spark | 6 – 8 | Foundation program — build strong mathematical thinking and problem-solving from an early stage. | 1 year |
| IOQM Masterclass | 9 – 10 | Crash course · Advanced — intensive preparation for IOQM with advanced concepts and exam techniques. | 3–4 months |
Selection Process
Admission is granted through a structured three-stage process to recognise merit and aptitude.
- 01 · Academic performance screening: Shortlisting based on previous academic achievements — school toppers and notable performers.
- 02 · Written entrance test: Evaluation of problem-solving ability and conceptual understanding through a focused test.
- 03 · Personal interview: Interaction with expert faculty to assess aptitude, motivation and learning attitude.
How the Olympiad pathway works
- 1 · Orientation — merit screening & readiness: Academic track record and aptitude signals help place learners in the right intensity. This is common across Olympiad subjects.
- 2 · Qualifiers — national qualifier rounds: Most Indian Olympiad routes begin with a nationwide qualifier (for example IOQM in mathematics). Other subjects follow their own national bodies with similar staged filters.
- 3 · National camps — training & selection camps: Shortlisted students enter structured camps: deeper theory, contest practice, and mock evaluations — the pattern is shared even when syllabus differs by subject.
- 4 · International — global rounds & representation: Top performers advance toward international competitions (for example IMO for mathematics). Each subject has its own apex event, but the progression shape is comparable.
Programme mentors (PACE online faculty)
- Praveen Tyagi Sir — Physics mentor: B. Tech, IIT Delhi · Founder & Managing Director, PACE IIT & Medical
- Swapnil Vijay Sir — Chemistry mentor: B.Tech, IIT Bombay · 13+ years of experience
- Ankit Agarwal Sir — Chemistry mentor: B. Tech, IIT Delhi, Gold Medalist
- Madan Bhati Sir — Chemistry mentor: B.Tech, IIT Indore
- Pankaj Baluja Sir — Mathematics mentor: Senior Mathematics mentor for IIT JEE · 24+ years of experience in JEE Advanced & Olympiad training
- Manan Bhora Sir — Mathematics mentor: B.Tech, IIT Bombay
- Adil Sir — Mathematics mentor: 7+ years of teaching experience
Brochures & downloads
- Mathematics Olympiad syllabus Topic-wise syllabus across all classes (image)
- Chemistry Olympiad syllabus Topic-wise syllabus for the Chemistry tests (image)
- Mathematics sample paper Classes 6 – 8 · IOQM Spark practice paper (PDF)
Official PACE online enrolment
This programme is also run online by PACE IIT & Medical. Online enrolment, fees and schedules are handled on PACE’s own platform — not by Joshi’s Classes.
Register on PACE’s official online platform (external website)Programme information source: PACE IIT & Medical (checked October 2026).
