The Mathematics Research Foundation (MRF) has officially announced the introduction of the National Mathematics Olympiad (NMO), also referred to as National Maths Olympiad (NMO), in a major step to enhance and assess mathematical abilities and critical thinking of the students. Students from classes 1 to 12 are eligible to participate in National Maths Olympiad. The NMO promotes the principles outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by focusing not on memorizing but on overall growth and critical problem-solving skills. National Maths Olympiad is based on the curriculum developed by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), an autonomous body of the Ministry of Education of Government of India.
The National Maths Olympiad will be conducted in two levels so as to adequately gauge the mathematical talent in the country. The curriculum for both the rounds will be strongly based on the NCERT curriculum in order to provide an equal playing field among all the applicants.
● Prelims – Round 1 (School Level): This is a preliminary stage that involves an offline, multiple-choice question (MCQ) based examination. Marks and number of questions will be different for different classes with negative marking in place. Students in classes 3 to 12 with a score more than or equal to 70 in Round 1, automatically qualifies for the Round 2 (National level examination).
● Mains – Round 2 (National Level): The second round involves a problem solving based examination and is conducted at the designated venue for the qualifying students from Classes 3 to 12. The date, venue and all the necessary details will be notified to the eligible schools and maths olympiad coordinators after declaration of Round 1 results.
(The round 2 is not conducted for the classes 1 and 2. The students studying in classes 1 and 2 are awarded medals based on their marks instead of rank.)
According to the sources at Foundation, the NMO is expected to garner more than 1 lac participation from students across India in the first iteration of the olympiad.
In order to suit the different academic timetables of CBSE, ICSE and State board exams, the Foundation has offered a flexible Round 1 schedule. The schools can choose between the following officially planned dates or can choose a specific date that fits their needs:
● 24 August (Last day to register: 31 July)
● 23 September (Registration deadline: 31 August)
● 28 October (Registration deadline: 30 September)
● 25 November (Registration Deadline: 31 October)
Registration is done offline via schools and all registration information must be sent to the headquarters of the Mathematics Research Foundation located in New Delhi at least 20 days before the opted date of examination. Interested students may contact their school for the participation in the National Maths Olympiad.
Official Website – mathsolympiad.in
Eligibility Criteria & Benefits
The eligibility criteria & benefits of NMO is as follows:
- Only students studying in Classes 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th are eligible for this Olympiad.
- Indian students from around the world can participate in this Olympiad.
- All the students will get access to the Syllabus, Sample Papers, E-Booklet, Mock Tests, etc.
- Mock Tests will be held in July/August/September/October.
- Daily Quiz will be available for every registered student. Daily Quiz is a short quiz of 10 questions.
- Mathematics Research Foundation also organizes regular quizzes on WhatsApp. You can join the WhatsApp channel and attempt quizzes for free. This feature is available for everyone. The links for WhatsApp channel is available on the Foundation’s Website (mathsolympiad.in).
National Maths Olympiad – Registration Method
1. Via School: –
Schools can register via offline mode by downloading the registration proforma from the Foundation’s website or directly contact them at info@mathsolympiad.in or +91 9988113929 (WhatsApp / Call).
Information Brochure – https://mathsolympiad.in/national-maths-olympiad-details/
Maths Olympiad Syllabus & Sample Papers
The sample papers for National Mathematics Olympiad (NMO) has been published by the authority on their official website. Students willing to solve the Sample Papers can find the links in the article ahead. The main motive of providing the Syllabus & Sample Papers is to get an estimation of the level of this scholarship exam. We recommend that at least one sample paper must be solved by the appearing student for his respective class. The links for the sample papers for NMO can be found along with the syllabus below.
- Syllabus – mathsolympiad.in/syllabus
- Sample Papers – mathsolympiad.in/sample-papers
National Mathematics Olympiad 2026 – Result
The result of the National Mathematics Olympiad will be published in the month of January/February 2027 on the Foundation’s website. The prizes will be dispatched after the declaration of Result. Top rank holders will be invited to a special Award Ceremony where they will be given awards by our guests (can be top Army officials, Ministers, CBSE & NCERT officials, IAS/IPS Officers, Social Workers, etc). You can also check the Winners/Top Rankers online by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official result page at mathsolympiad.in/result.
- Click on “Result” link on the page.
- In “Result”, click on “Check Result”.
- Now, enter your enrollment number and select the class to check the result.
Awards & Recognitions
- Students of each class getting first position at the national level in the Maths Olympiad will be rewarded with a cash prize of Rs. 5,100, Certificate & Trophy.
- Students of each class who gets second position at the national level in Maths Olympiad will be rewarded with a cash prize of Rs. 3,100, Certificate & Trophy.
- Students of each class who gets third position at the national level in Maths Olympiad will be rewarded with a cash prize of Rs. 1,100, Certificate & Trophy.
Important Notes:
School toppers will also be awarded with Certificates and Gold, Silver & Bronze medals respectively.
Certificates will be provided to all the participants in the examination.
Contact Details
For more information about the National Mathematics Olympiad or in case of any Query, kindly contact us via:
● Email – info@mathsolympiad.in
● Call/WhatsApp – +91 9988113929
● Support Form – mathsolympiad.in/contact-us
Official Site: mathsolympiad.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Olympiad?
Olympiads are a kind of competitive exam, held across schools, to tap exceptional students with the best of potential, talent, and aptitude. Olympiads are exams that are conducted throughout the world that lets students compete with other students on a similar education level. For e.g. National Mathematics Olympiad, which is organized by the Mathematics Research Foundation.
Is there any Maths Olympiad?
Yes, there is a National Maths Olympiad organized by the Mathematics Research Foundation.
What is a National Maths Olympiad?
National Maths Olympiad is an annual competitive exam conducted by the Mathematics Research Foundation. Mathematics Research Foundation is an educational organization based in India.
How do I qualify for the Maths Olympiad?
Every student from class 1 to 12 is eligible for the National Maths Olympiad. To qualify for the Round 2, students have to score more than or equal to 70%.
How do I prepare for the Maths Olympiad?
To prepare for the Maths Olympiad, students can download Syllabus and Sample Papers from the Foundation’s website. NCERT based school books are the best way to prepare for the Maths Olympiad alongside sample papers and previous year papers.
Who organizes the Maths Olympiad?
The National Maths Olympiad is organized by the Mathematics Research Foundation.
How can I register for the Maths Olympiad?
Students from classes 1 to 12 can register for the National Maths Olympiad via school.
In which mode (online or offline), is the Maths Olympiad organized?
Maths Olympiad is organized via offline mode only.