International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO)

IMO in India leading to participation in the International Mathematics Olympiad is organized by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE) on behalf of the National Board of Higher Mathematics (NBHM) of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).The Mathematical Olympiad Programme in India, which leads to the participation of Indian students in the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) is organized by the HBCSE.Mathematics Olympiads take place worldwide, aiming to acknowledge exceptional young individuals who display exceptional mathematical skills. the International Maths Olympiad is renowned for promoting mathematical excellence globally. Serving as an excellent platform, it celebrates and rewards talented mathematicians from all corners of the globe.

Mathematics Olympiad program stages :

First Stage : Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM)

The IOQM is being conducted by the Mathematics Teachers’ Association (India). More details about the IOQM will be announced in the first week of July 2023 on the MTA(I) website https://www.mtai.org.in/ .

Date: SEPTEMBER 28 2025 (SUNDAY) Time: 10:00 to 13:00 hours (IST).

Duration: 3 hours

Total marks: 100

The answer to each question is an integer in the range 00-99. No negative marking. OMR-based exam.

Composition of the paper: 10 questions of 2 marks each; 10 questions of 3 marks each; 10 questions of 5 marks each.

Second stage : Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO)

The Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO), the second stage of the selection process, will test participants’ problem-solving abilities and their capacity to construct detailed proofs.

It is scheduled : Date: November 16, 2025 (SUNDAY); Time: 13:00 to 16:00 hrs

Duration: 3 hours

Number of questions: 06

Each question requires writing detailed proof.

Third stage : Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO)

Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO)

Number of questions: 06

Date:

Duration: 4.5 hours

Each question requires writing detailed proof.

Fourth stage : International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC)

The top students from the INMO (approximately 65) are invited for the fourth stage, the International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC).
The International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC) 2026 is which will be held from April to May 2026.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

To participate in the IOQM, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, which will be specified at a later date. The selection criteria for advancing from the IOQM to the RMO will also be published in due course. However, the selection criteria for progressing from the RMO to the INMO have yet to be announced and will be revealed at a later date.

NMTC Online Test Series

Pre-RMO Online Test Series