Current Affairs Quiz October 2026: Daily MCQs for SSC & Bank Exams
October 2026 has 21 daily current affairs quizzes on BookOfExams, from 1 October 2026 to 21 October 2026, with 159 MCQs in all. Most questions this month are on Defence, Sports and International Relations. Pick a date on the calendar to take that day's timed quiz, or open a day's current affairs first and then test yourself. Every answer is checked against PIB or another official source, named in the solution.
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- 21 Oct
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October 2026 Daily Quizzes (21)
- 21Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 21 October 2026
Wednesday•10 Qs•10 minLatest
Defence · 2Sports · 2Awards · 2Sample question
By how much did the Index of Core Industries grow in September 2026 (provisional, year-on-year)?
Options & answer
- A.5.1%
- B.5.9%
- C.7.9%
- D.10.7%
Answer: C. The ICI grew 7.9% year-on-year in September 2026 (provisional), up from 5.9% in August 2026 (PIB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, 21 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, 21 Oct 2026.
- 20Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 20 October 2026
Tuesday•6 Qs•6 min
Sports · 3International Relations · 1Science & Tech · 1Sample question
Who represented India at the 25th SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Dushanbe?
Options & answer
- A.S. Jaishankar
- B.Rajnath Singh
- C.Amit Shah
- D.Nirmala Sitharaman
Answer: B. Rajnath Singh addressed the 25th SCO CHG meeting in Dushanbe on 20 Oct 2026 (PIB, MoD). Source: PIB, Ministry of Defence, 20 Oct 2026.
- 19Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 19 October 2026
Monday•8 Qs•8 min
International Relations · 3Defence · 1Sports · 1Sample question
Under the India-New Zealand FTA, New Zealand committed to facilitate how much investment into India?
Options & answer
- A.US$ 5 billion
- B.US$ 10 billion
- C.US$ 20 billion
- D.US$ 100 billion
Answer: C. New Zealand committed to facilitate US$ 20 billion investment into India; the FTA entered into force on 20 Oct 2026 (PIB, 19 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, 19 Oct 2026.
- 18Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 18 October 2026
Sunday•5 Qs•5 min
Defence · 1International Relations · 1Infrastructure · 1Sample question
Which ship is undertaking the Indian Navy's transoceanic deployment Lokayan-2026?
Options & answer
- A.INS Tarangini
- B.INS Sudarshini
- C.INS Kaundinya
- D.INS Tir
Answer: B. INS Sudarshini is on Lokayan-2026 (PIB, MoD, 18 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Defence, 18 Oct 2026.
- 17Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 17 October 2026
Saturday•7 Qs•7 min
Health · 3Defence · 2Science & Tech · 1Sample question
Which Royal Navy ship took part in KONKAN-26 with INS Trishul?
Options & answer
- A.HMS Sutherland
- B.HMS Queen Elizabeth
- C.HMS Daring
- D.HMS Kent
Answer: A. The Royal Navy deployed HMS Sutherland, a Duke-class ASW frigate (PIB, MoD, 17 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Defence, 17 Oct 2026.
- 16Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 16 October 2026
Friday•10 Qs•8 min
Defence · 9Appointments · 1Sample question
Where was INS Samarthak commissioned into the Indian Navy on 16 October 2026?
Options & answer
- A.Mumbai, Maharashtra
- B.Kochi, Kerala
- C.Karwar, Karnataka
- D.Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Answer: C. INS Samarthak was commissioned at the Naval Base, Karwar, in Karnataka. Source: PIB, Indian Navy commissions INS Samarthak, 16 Oct 2026.
- 15Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 15 October 2026
Thursday•10 Qs•8 min
Defence · 5Sports · 5Sample question
The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth about Rs 4,106 crore on 15 October 2026 for which two acquisitions?
Options & answer
- A.GSAT-7R satellite and BrahMos missiles
- B.Akash missiles and Rudram missiles
- C.GSAT-7C satellite and Varunastra torpedoes
- D.Astra Mk2 missiles and Tejas Mk1A jets
Answer: C. The contracts cover the GSAT-7C communication satellite for the Indian Air Force and Varunastra heavy-weight torpedoes for the Indian Navy. Source: PIB, MoD inks Rs 4,106 crore contracts, 15 Oct 2026.
- 14Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 14 October 2026
Wednesday•10 Qs•8 min
Banking · 4Government Schemes · 3Polity · 1Sample question
On 14 October 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved which entity as the strategic buyer for IDBI Bank Ltd.?
Options & answer
- A.Kotak Mahindra Bank
- B.Emirates NBD
- C.10955230 Canada Inc. (parent: Fairfax Financial Holdings)
- D.Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Answer: C. The CCEA approved M/s 10955230 Canada Inc., whose parent entity is Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., as the strategic buyer for a purchase consideration of about Rs 52,878 crore. Source: PIB, Government Approves Strategic Restructuring of IDBI Bank Ltd., 14 Oct 2026.
- 13Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 13 October 2026
Tuesday•8 Qs•8 min
Economy · 2Banking & Economy · 2International Relations · 1Sample question
What was the outcome document of the first BIMSTEC Home Ministers' Meeting (October 2026) called?
Options & answer
- A.Kathmandu Declaration
- B.Delhi Declaration
- C.Bay of Bengal Charter
- D.Colombo Statement
Answer: B. The meeting concluded with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration (PIB, MHA, 13 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Home Affairs, 13 Oct 2026.
- 12Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 12 October 2026
Monday•8 Qs•8 min
Defence · 3Banking & Economy · 2International Relations · 1Sample question
What was all-India CPI inflation (base 2024=100) for September 2026?
Options & answer
- A.4.83%
- B.5.54%
- C.6.08%
- D.7.74%
Answer: B. CPI inflation for September 2026 was 5.54% (provisional) (PIB, MoSPI, 12 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, 12 Oct 2026.
- 11Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 11 October 2026
Sunday•5 Qs•5 min
National · 1Defence · 1Jobs & Education · 1Sample question
In which city did the PM launch development projects worth over Rs 13,000 crore on 11 October 2026?
Options & answer
- A.Coimbatore
- B.Chennai
- C.Madurai
- D.Puducherry
Answer: B. The projects worth over Rs 13,000 crore were in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (PIB, PMO, 11 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Prime Minister's Office, 11 Oct 2026.
- 10Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 10 October 2026
Saturday•6 Qs•6 min
Defence · 1Sports · 1Economy · 1Sample question
The Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel 'Shreyas' was launched in October 2026 at which shipyard?
Options & answer
- A.Mazagon Dock, Mumbai
- B.GRSE, Kolkata
- C.Cochin Shipyard
- D.L&T, Kattupalli
Answer: B. Yard 3040 'Shreyas' was launched at GRSE, Kolkata, on 10 Oct 2026 (PIB, MoD). Source: PIB, Ministry of Defence, 10 Oct 2026.
- 9Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 9 October 2026
Friday•7 Qs•7 min
International Relations · 2Defence · 1Economy · 1Sample question
Where is the ASEAN Secretariat, venue of the 15th AITIGA Joint Committee in October 2026?
Options & answer
- A.Bangkok
- B.Jakarta
- C.Kuala Lumpur
- D.Singapore
Answer: B. The meeting was held at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, Indonesia (PIB, Ministry of Commerce, 9 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, 9 Oct 2026.
- 8Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 8 October 2026
Thursday•8 Qs•8 min
Science & Tech · 2Defence · 2Health · 2Sample question
The 57th GST Council meeting recommended reducing the general penalty from Rs 25,000 to what amount?
Options & answer
- A.Rs 5,000
- B.Rs 10,000
- C.Rs 15,000
- D.Rs 20,000
Answer: B. The Council recommended reducing the general penalty from Rs 25,000 to Rs 10,000 (PIB, Ministry of Finance, 8 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Finance, 8 Oct 2026.
- 7Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 7 October 2026
Wednesday•6 Qs•6 min
International Relations · 2Banking & Economy · 1Health · 1Sample question
ICAR's October 2026 agricultural research MoU was signed with an institute from which country?
Options & answer
- A.Kenya
- B.Ghana
- C.Nigeria
- D.Ethiopia
Answer: B. ICAR signed the MoU with CSIR-Crops Research Institute, Accra, Ghana (PIB, 7 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 7 Oct 2026.
- 6Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 6 October 2026
Tuesday•8 Qs•8 min
Defence · 4Banking & Economy · 1Infrastructure · 1Sample question
What is the government commitment to the SME Growth Fund approved by the Cabinet on 6 October 2026?
Options & answer
- A.Rs 5,000 crore
- B.Rs 10,000 crore
- C.Rs 15,000 crore
- D.Rs 50,000 crore
Answer: B. The Cabinet approved a commitment of Rs 10,000 crore towards the SME Growth Fund (PIB, 6 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Cabinet, 6 Oct 2026.
- 5Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 5 October 2026
Monday•8 Qs•8 min
Environment · 2Science & Tech · 2International Relations · 1Sample question
Under the India-Switzerland Young Professionals agreement (Oct 2026), how many persons per country can be exchanged annually at the start?
Options & answer
- A.100
- B.200
- C.300
- D.500
Answer: C. The agreement provides for 300 persons annually per country, which may increase to 500 (PIB, List of Outcomes, 5 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Prime Minister's Office, 5 Oct 2026.
- 4Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 4 October 2026
Sunday•6 Qs•6 min
Sports · 2Environment · 1Government Schemes · 1Sample question
Two captive-bred Great Indian Bustards were released into the wild in October 2026 at which protected area?
Options & answer
- A.Ranthambore National Park
- B.Desert National Park
- C.Gir National Park
- D.Kuno National Park
Answer: B. Two male GIBs were released at Sam in the Desert National Park, Jaisalmer (PIB, MoEFCC, 4 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, 4 Oct 2026.
- 3Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 3 October 2026
Saturday•7 Qs•7 min
Sports · 2Education · 1Science & Tech · 1Sample question
Under the October 2026 approval, the Centre of Excellence for Classical Pali will be set up at which institution?
Options & answer
- A.Nalanda University
- B.Central University of Odisha
- C.Banaras Hindu University
- D.Visva-Bharati University
Answer: B. The CoE for Classical Pali will be at the Central University of Odisha (PIB, Ministry of Education, 3 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Ministry of Education, 3 Oct 2026.
- 2Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2 October 2026
Friday•8 Qs•8 min
Sports · 2Environment · 2National · 1Sample question
India's women's hockey team won which medal at the Asian Games 2026?
Options & answer
- A.Gold
- B.Silver
- C.Bronze
- D.Did not qualify for a medal
Answer: A. The Indian women's hockey team won gold at the Asian Games, after over four decades (PIB, PMO, 2 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Prime Minister's Office, 2 Oct 2026.
- 1Oct
Daily Current Affairs Quiz 1 October 2026
Thursday•8 Qs•8 min
Economy · 2National · 1Defence · 1Sample question
Where were the Centenary Celebrations of UPSC, attended by the Prime Minister on 1 October 2026, held?
Options & answer
- A.Vigyan Bhawan
- B.Bharat Mandapam
- C.Yashobhoomi
- D.Kartavya Bhawan
Answer: B. The PM participated in the UPSC Centenary Celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (PIB, 1 Oct 2026). Source: PIB, Prime Minister's Office, 1 Oct 2026.
Current Affairs Quiz October 2026: FAQs
How many current affairs quizzes are there for October 2026?
There are 21 daily quizzes for October 2026, from 1 October 2026 to 21 October 2026, with 159 questions in total. A new quiz is added on each day we publish current affairs.
Which topics come up most in the October 2026 current affairs quiz?
By number of questions: Defence (35), Sports (20), International Relations (15), Science & Tech (13), Environment (11).
Where do the answers come from?
Each question is written from that day's official release, usually a PIB press release, and the solution names the source so you can check it yourself.
How should I revise a month of current affairs?
Take one daily quiz at a time from the calendar. After you submit, read the solutions, then open that day's current affairs page for the full facts. Retake the days where you scored lowest before your exam.
Are these quizzes free?
Yes. They run in the same timed player as our mock tests. Your first attempts work in guest mode with no account, and a free Google sign-in keeps you going after that.
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