What is the Indonesian Youth Mandarin Olympiad 2025?

The Indonesian Youth Mandarin Olympiad 2025 is a national Mandarin competition organized by Smart Kids Indonesia, based on the YCT (Youth Chinese Test) standard. It assesses Listening & Reading skills in line with the four YCT levels. The competition is designed for elementary to secondary school students who wish to measure their Mandarin ability at a national level.

Why Join?

• National Competition – Compete with participants across Indonesia.
• YCT‑based Questions – Aligned with the difficulty of each YCT level.
• English E‑Certificate – Proof of achievement for every participant.
• Medals, Certificates, and Souvenirs – For Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners.
• Online Nationwide – Accessible from anywhere in Indonesia.
• E‑Certificate with QR Code – Authenticity can be verified by teachers, institutions, or others.

🎁 Awards & Prizes

Medal Winners (Gold / Silver / Bronze)

1. Basic Requirements for Medal Nomination
   • Participants can only be nominated for Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals if they meet the minimum passing score:
     • YCT 1–3: at least 120 points out of 200 total points.
     • YCT 4: at least 180 points out of 300 total points.
   • Participants scoring below the minimum passing score will automatically be categorised as Non‑Winners (Participants) and will only be entitled to the prize corresponding to that category.
2. Determination of Ranking
   • Participants who meet the passing score will be ranked based on:
     1. Highest score.
     2. In case of a tie, the fastest completion time will be used as the tie‑breaker.

     🚀 Ready to Be a Champion!

3. Maximum Quota of Winners
   • Each YCT level has a maximum quota of medal recipients as follows:
     • Gold Medal: maximum 10 participants
     • Silver Medal: maximum 10 participants
     • Bronze Medal: maximum 10 participants
   • The number of winners in each category may be fewer than the maximum quota if fewer participants meet the minimum passing score.
4. Additional Provisions
   • If the number of participants who pass a certain level is fewer than 30, the number of winners is not required to reach 30.
   • A medal category may remain vacant if no participant meets the minimum score.
   • The committee’s decision is final and cannot be contested.

🎖 Special Award: Youngest Achiever Award

In addition to winners based on the highest scores, a Youngest Achiever Award is given at each YCT level.

Prizes:
🏆 Trophy
📜 Certificate

Selection Criteria:
The award is given to the youngest among the Gold/Silver/Bronze winners at each YCT level. The selected winner must provide an official ID (such as a Student ID Card or Passport) that states their name and birthdate via WhatsApp to the admin for verification. If the winner cannot provide valid proof (ID/Passport), they will be disqualified and declared ineligible for the prize.

🏆 Special Award: Best Institution Award

A special appreciation for schools or learning institutions with the highest number of winners.

Prizes:
🏆 Best Institution Trophy
📜 Certificate

Selection Criteria:

• To be eligible for the Best Institution Award, participants must be registered through an institution. Payment may be made either individually or by the institution.
• Determination based on the total number of medals (Gold, Silver, Bronze) earned across all YCT levels.
• In case of a tie, the institution with the highest number of Gold medals will be declared the winner.

Competition Format

The test consists of two sections: Listening & Reading.

Competition Structure of the Indonesian Youth Mandarin Olympiad 2025

• Mode of competition: online via Zoom & Google Form.
• All questions are multiple‑choice.
• Supervision via Zoom (camera must be on).
• The question link will be shared through Zoom chat.
• Time is limited according to each level.
• The test begins with the listening section, followed by the reading section.
• A stable internet connection is required.

Schedule

Key dates:
Registration Deadline: 23 Oct 2025
Winner Announcement: 29 Oct 2025 (via Instagram @smart.kids.indonesia)
Prize Claim Period: 29 Oct – 1 Nov 2025
Prize Shipping: 3–10 Nov 2025

Registration Fees

• YCT 1: Rp 120,000
• YCT 2: Rp 160,000
• YCT 3: Rp 200,000
• YCT 4: Rp 248,000

Optional Prize Claim Fee

• Packing fee: Rp 15,000 + shipping cost to the participant’s address.
• If participants/winners do not wish to receive physical prizes, they are not required to claim them.
• The prize claim fee can be paid during registration or after the winner announcement.

Payment Methods

Website: QRIS, OVO, AstraPay, Dana, Virtual Account (BRI, BNI, Mandiri, etc.)

Admin WhatsApp: QRIS, Virtual Account (Mandiri, BRI, BNI)

How to Register

1. Register via Website or Contact Admin
   Website: www.smartkidsindonesia.com
   WhatsApp Admin: 0822-1155-5534
2. Choose the YCT Level According to Your Ability
   Ensure that you select the YCT level that corresponds to your Mandarin language proficiency.
3. Fill Out the Form & Make Payment
   Complete the registration form and make the payment as instructed.
4. Receive Confirmation & Get Ready for the Competition!
   Once your payment is successful, you will receive confirmation along with the competition guidelines.

Online Practice Test

📝 1 set of practice questions will be available in the participant’s account 24 hours after payment until the competition day.

Competition Technical Guidelines

Before the Competition

• Device: Laptop/computer with a camera.
• Internet Connection: Stable for smooth participation.
• Attire: Neat and proper.

Competition Mechanism

• Participants will receive the competition question link via Zoom chat.
• The Zoom link will be shared 2 days before the competition.
• Questions must be completed within the allotted time according to the chosen level.
• The Zoom display name must be the participant’s name.

Tiebreak (If Scores Are the Same)

• The fastest completion time will determine the winner.
• The committee’s decision is final.

Fair Play System

• Collaboration with others during the competition is strictly prohibited.
• Any indication of cheating will result in disqualification.

FAQ

Q1: Is this competition officially from YCT?
A1: No. This is an independent competition based on YCT standards but not an official Hanban exam.

Q2: Will participants receive a certificate?
A2: Yes. All participants will receive an English e‑certificate of participation.

Q3: What if I win but do not want to claim the physical prize?
A3: Claiming physical prizes is optional. Winners will still receive an achievement e‑certificate without additional cost.

Q4: What happens if my internet connection is interrupted?
A4: No extra time will be given. Participants are responsible for ensuring a stable connection before the competition begins.

Q5: Are the questions equivalent to YCT?
A5: Yes. All questions are designed according to the difficulty level of each YCT stage.

Contact Us

📲 WhatsApp: 0822-1155-5534
📧 Email: info@smartkidsindonesia.com
🌍 Website: www.smartkidsindonesia.com
📸 Instagram: @smart.kids.indonesia