Economics Olympiad Global Challenge 2026 - Tier 2

Register for the Economics Olympiad Global Challenge 2026!

Are you ready to test your economic thinking, challenge yourself against top students from around the world, and compete to secure a spot in the prestigious International Final Round (IFR) 2026? The EO Global Challenge is your chance to showcase your analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and understanding of real-world economic concepts. This competition is designed for high-school students aged 14–20 from countries without a national Economics Olympiad organizer.

Please note that participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian purchase the ticket on their behalf.

The EO Global Challenge, which is open to individual participants, consists of two online stages: a Multiple-Choice Examination from April 15 to April 22, 2026, and an Oral Examination on April 25, 2026. If you've got a passion for economics and a drive to compete on an international stage, this is your moment to shine!

Stages of the competition:

Stage 1 | Multiple-Choice Examination: April 15 - April 22, 2026

• Conducted online via the EO testing system (details about testing system access will be sent upon registration confirmation).
• Exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 40 minutes.
• Participants complete the test independently and are only allowed to use scrap papers, a pen/pencil, and a calculator.
• The best-performing students advance to the next stage, the Oral Examination.

Stage 2 | Oral Examination: April 25, 2026

• Conducted online and only for the best-performing students from Stage 1.
• The best-performing participants will advance to the 2026 International Final Round taking place in Ancient Olympia, Greece, from August 10 to August 14, 2026.

Who is eligible to participate?

• High school students (or equivalent) aged 14-20 coming from countries without a national Economics Olympiad organizer (check out our website to see if your country has a national organizer).

Why participate?

• A chance to qualify for the 2026 International Final Round taking place in Ancient Olympia, Greece, from August 10 to August 14, 2026
• Compete with the best young economic minds worldwide
• Gain recognition and boost your academic & career prospects
• Challenge yourself with thought-provoking economic problems

The deadline for registration is April 12, 2026, 11:59 PM GMT.

Don't miss this opportunity—register now and take your first step towards becoming an Economics Olympiad champion!