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Latest HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad Updates

About HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad 2025

Mathematical Olympiad 2024-25-  The Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) is jointly organized by the Mathematics Teachers' Association (India) - MTA, the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT), and the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE). Students in classes 8th to 12th are eligible to participate in the Mathematical Olympiad 2024-25. Open-school students are also eligible to apply for the Mathematical Olympiad. After IOQM, the HBCSE is responsible for all selection processes of the Indian Mathematical Olympiad.

Stage 1: IOQM 2024-25:

  • The MTAI released the IOQM cutoff 2024 on October 16, 2024, on the official website.
  • Stage 1 IOQM results 2024-25 were announced on October 9, 2024.
  • The IOQM answer key 2024-25 along with the IOQM question paper 2024 was released on September 8, 2024, through the official website, ioqmexam.in and mtai.org.in.
  • IOQM exam 2024-25 was conducted on September 8, 2024.
  • IOQM 2024-25 centre registrations were conducted from June 28, 2024, to July 28, 2024, on the website at ioqm.manageexam.com. 
  • IOQM 2024-25 student registration (through the centre) was held from June 28 to August 12, 2024, and students were able to register individually online from July 17 to August 12, 2024. 
  • IOQM admit card 2024-25 was released on August 28, 2024. The IOQM 2024-25 admit card can either be collected through the registered centres or can be downloaded from the official website, ioqmexam.in.

Stage 2: RMO 2024-25

  • The Stage 2 RMO exam 2024-25 was held on November 3, 2024.
  • The RMO 2024-25 admit card was made available for download in October 2024. RMO hall tickets can be downloaded through student login. 
  • The provisional RMO scores have been made available on November 25, 2024. Candidates seeking re-evaluation can submit their requests from November 25 to November 28, 2024. The final RMO scores and results are expected to be declared on December 16, 2024, subject to any adjustments during the process.

INMO and Further Stages

  • Students who qualify for the RMO stage have to apply for the next stage, i.e., INMO. The INMO registrations will be conducted in January 2025. The admit card will be made available in January 2025. 
  • The INMO 2024-25 (third stage exam) will be conducted on January 19, 2025.
  • Approximately 65 top-performing students will be selected from the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO). They will be extended invitations to participate in the fourth stage known as the International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp 2024-25 (IMOTC 2024-25). This camp will take place at HBCSE or another designated institute in India and will be held from April to May.
  • Before their departure, the chosen team undergoes an intensive training program lasting approximately 8-10 days at HBCSE. This 5th Stage is also known as Pre-Departure Camp 2024-25.
  • The Olympiad program concludes with the students participating in the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), accompanied by four teachers or mentors. This is the 6th and final stage of the Mathematical Olympiad. 
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HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad 2025 Highlights

Full Exam Name
Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education Mathematical Olympiad
Short Exam Name
HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad
Conducting Body
Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
Intermediate
Languages
English +1 more
Mode Of Application
online
Application Fee
Offline : 200
Mode Of Exam
offline
Exam Duration
3 Hours

HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad Important Dates

HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad RMO (session 2025)

24 Oct' 2024 - 24 Oct' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Last date - Students who are qualified for RMO
03 Nov' 2024 - 03 Nov' 2024 . Online
Exam Date
Second stage exam
25 Nov' 2024 - 25 Nov' 2024 . Online
Result Date
Provisional score card

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HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad INMO (session 2025)

23 Dec' 2024 - 05 Jan' 2025 . Online
Application Date
19 Jan' 2025 - 19 Jan' 2025 . Online
Exam Date
Third stage exam

HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad IOQM (session 2025)

17 Jul' 2024 - 12 Aug' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Student registration (directly on website)
28 Jun' 2024 - 12 Aug' 2024 . Offline
Application Date
Student registration (at centers)
08 Sep' 2024 - 08 Sep' 2024 . Online
Exam Date
First stage exam (IOQM)

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The HBCSE has announced the result of IOQM 2024-25 stage 1 on October 9, 2024 at www.mtai.org.in. Students who attain the minimum cutoff marks are eligible for the RMO 2024-25 exam. To check the result, students need their roll number and date of birth. MTA released the IOQM cut-off 2024-25 on October 16, 2024. Below are the steps to check the IOQM result online. 

Steps to Check Online IOQM 2024-25 Result

  • Visit the official website at ioqexam.in
  • Click the "IOQM result 2024-25" link
  • Enter Roll number and date of birth in specified fields
  • The result will appear on the screen.

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Students should note that only eligible students will be allowed to apply for Mathematical Olympiad 2024-25. If the exam conducting authority finds any ineligible students, then he/she will be disqualified without any further information.

  • Students should be born between August 1, 2005 and January 1, 2012.
  • Class 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12 students are eligible to sit for IOQM 2024-25 exam. 
  • Open-school students can also apply for the exam.

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INMO

The best-performing students from the RMO (around 900) qualify for the third stage – the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO). 

The INMO is tentatively held on the third Sunday of January at 28 centres across the country.

  • Students can apply directly apply online through the official portal. 
  • All Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya and Atomic Energy Central Schools may also register as registration centres and may accept to register students from other schools.
  • Students need to enter their Name, Date of Birth and school details in the IOQM 2024-25 application form.
  • Along with the application form, also pay the fee through offline or online mode.

IOQM Registration Fees: Rs 200 per subject

Students can send their queries related to IOQM 2024-25 to the Chief Examination Co-ordinator, MTA by sending an email at mtaprmo@gmail.com or by post at the following address:
Dr S. Muralidharan
18, Phase 4, Wood Creek County
Near Chennai Trade Center
St. Thomas Mount P.O., Chennai- 600016

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  • IOQM 2024 is a 3-hour examination with 30 questions. 10 questions of 2 marks each, 10 questions of 3 marks each and 10 questions of 5 marks each.
  • The answer to each question is an integer in the range 00-99. There will be no negative marking and the answers will need to be marked on an OMR sheet. 
  • The Mathematical Olympiad will be held in offline or pen and paper mode.
  • The question paper will be in English and Hindi. 
  • IOQM 2024-25 syllabus is broadly equivalent to the senior secondary level (up to and including Class 12th) of CBSE.

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INMO

  • INMO contains descriptive questions on Mathematics.
  • The main topics from which questions are provided are algebra, combinatorics, geometry and number theory.
  • The difficulty level is higher than RMO.

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HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad 2025 Syllabus

HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education Mathematical Olympiad Syllabus

  • HBCSE releases the previous year's IOQM question papers on the official website.
  • Students can download and practise the last year's question papers to be aware of exam pattern, types of questions asked in the exam and difficulty level of the exam.
  • These help candidates to analyze their preparation level.
  • These question papers are available to download for the years from 2012 along with answer key and solutions.

Previous Years' Question Papers

Question PaperDownload Links
PRMO 2019 Question Paper for First RoundDownload Here
PRMO 2019 Question Paper for Second RoundDownload Here
PRMO 2018 Question PaperDownload Here
PRMO Question Paper 2017Download Here
PRMO Question Paper 2015 (Set A)Download Here
PRMO Question Paper 2015 (Set B)Download Here
PRMO Question Paper 2014Download Here
PRMO Question Paper 2013Download Here
PRMO Question Paper 2012Download Here

Students preparing for Mathematical Olympiad 2024-25 should follow the below-given smart tip to score good marks-

  • Cover all the topics of the IOQM syllabus till June, when registration for Mathematical Olympiad will commence. 
  • Solve at least one previous year's papers of Pre-RMO & RMO daily. It will help students to know the important topics and difficulty levels. Solve as many question papers or sample papers as possible. 
  • Ask experts and teachers in case of any doubt. Aspirants should have strong basics to get good marks.
  • Take appropriate breaks and regular sleep.
  • Eat healthy.

Mathematics Teachers’ Association (India) released the admit card of IOQM 2024-25 on August 28, 2024. Students can either collect the same through the registered centres or can download it from the official website. It is mandatory to carry admit card to the exam hall on exam day. Without it, no candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall.

Steps to Download IOQM Admit Card 2024-25 Online

  • Visit the official website, ioqmexam.in
  • Click on the student registration link
  • Enter your registration number and date of birth
  • Now, click on the "Submit" tab

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MTA releases the answer key of IOQM in online mode. The answer key contains the correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam. The IOQM 2024-25 answer key was released on September 8, 2024 through the official website, mtai.org.in.

Note: Candidates can calculate their probable score using the IOQM answer key. The official answer key is made available within a week of conduction of exams but candidates can access the unofficial answer key on the same day, which is released by various renowned coaching institutes. 

General Information

Contacts

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Relevant Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will the MTAI release the IOQM cutoff 2024?

The MTAI released the IOQM cutoff 2024-25 on October 16, 2024. 

2. When will the HBCSE announce the IOQM result 2024-25 for stage 1?

The HBCSE declared the IOQM 2024-25 results for stage 1 on October 9, 2024. 

3. How many questions will be asked in IOQM 2024 exam?

There are a total of 30 questions in IOQM exam 2024 which are to be answered with a digit between 00 and 99.

4. Who will appear for RMO 2024 exam?

Students selected in IOQM 2024-25 exam will be able to appear in the Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO).

5. What is the duration of first stage exam of International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)?

The total duration for first stage exam is 3 hours.

6. What is IOQM 2024-25 exam date?

IOQM exam 2024-25 was conducted on September 8, 2024. 

7. Who will conduct first stage of International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2024-25?

The IOQM exam or the first stage of the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2024-25 is organised by the Mathematics Teachers’ Association, India.

8. What are the stages of Mathematical Olympiad 2024-25?

For 2024-25, there will be six stages as given below: 

  • Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM)
  • Regional Mathematical Olympiad (RMO)
  • Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO)
  • International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC)
  • Pre-Departure Camp (PDC)
  • International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)
9. What is the IOQM 2024-25 exam centres?

All KVs and JNV schools will be exam centres.

10. Can NIOS students apply for Mathematical Olympiad?

Yes, NIOS students are eligible for Mathematical Olympiad.

11. How many students will be selected in this exam?

Top 300 students from Classes 8, 9, 10, 11 are selected from each region. While the top 60 students from Class 12 from each region are selected for RMO (Regional Mathematics Olympiad).

12. What are the best books for Mathematical Olympiad?

Challenge and Thrill of Pre-College Mathematics and Problem Primer for the Olympiads are highly suggested books.

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Questions related to HBCSE Mathematical Olympiad

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hello sir!

Of course, you can apply for the Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) if you are from Rajasthan But you need to qualify certain criteria like If you are studying in Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) then you are not eligible, you need to consider your age(DOB) and should be studying 12th or less,hope this information helps you

Thank you

Hello,

HBCSE is expected to release the PRMO online registration form by September 25, 2021. Students can complete PRMO online registration 2021 through the official website, mtai.org.in and iaptexam.in. The officials have not yet released the application forms yet. The application forms could be released tomorrow. Keep an eye on the official website for the latest information. Students studying in class 8 to 12 and who are born on or after August 1, 2002, will be eligible for PRMO registration 2021

Hello Aspirant,

Hope you are doing well.

1. Candidates who were born on or after August 1, 2001 and are currently enrolled in Class VIII, IX, X, XI, or XII are eligible to sit for the IOQM examination.

Individuals pursuing their education at Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) are ineligible to sit for the IOQM.



2. Candidates for the INMO 2020 Merit Award and all INMO awardees from 2020 or earlier are allowed to write the INMO 2021 exam WITHOUT qualifying via the IOQM, providing they meet the eligibility requirements for the IMO 2020 and EGMO 2022 exams.


3. The applicants must be citizens of the Republic of India.

Students holding OCI cards are allowed to write the IOQM on a provisional basis, subject to the criteria outlined below, which include:


Following a decision by the Madras High Court, students having OCI status will be disqualified from consideration for selection to the Indian team for the International Mathematical Olympiad in Japan.

Such students, on the other hand, are provisionally eligible for selection at ALL previous levels, up to and including the IMOTC, if they meet all other requirements.

They are also entitled to write the selection exams at the IMOTC, although on a temporary basis.

This policy is subject to modification at any time without prior notice if any additional orders are made by the courts or by a government body with appropriate jurisdiction.


4. It is the student's duty to verify that all of the eligibility requirements listed above are met before enrolling.

Students who do not satisfy the eligibility requirements at any point throughout the programme may be excluded from participation if it is discovered at a later time that they did not meet them.


Criteria for advancement from the IOQM to the INMO.


1. The following rule will be used in the preparation of the list of students who have qualified for the INMO 2021:


If they achieve a minimum cut-off score of 5 percent of the total marks in the IOQM paper, the top 300 (class XI or lower category)+ 60 (class II category) from each area in IOQM will be awarded a certificate.

However, this is not a qualifying requirement for the INMO programme.


• The top 540 on the IOQM merit list will be eligible for INMO, regardless of whether they are from a regional quota.

The total number of students in this pool (a) will be 90 from class XII.


(a) There will be 450 pupils in each of the classes VIII, IX, X, and XI.


• A minimum of 30 students (from the class XI or below category) plus 6 students (from the class XII category) plus 5 students (from the class XII category), regardless of the number of female students qualifying in the class XI or below category.

It is not possible for any girl student from class XII to qualify for INMO in the girls category.) from each region will qualify for INMO regardless of their scores (provided that each qualifying candidate has a score greater than a minimum cut-off score of 5 percent of the total marks of the IOQM paper.)

Hope you got the answer to your question. Incase of any queries, feel free to question. Have a great day!

Hello,



HBCSE has delayed the online registration form of Pre-RMO 2020 exam. It is expected to be issued in the last week of June 2020 on mtaexam.com
You can register for PRMO 2020 exam in online mode or through the registered centres.
Eligible students will be able to register for or Pre-Regional Mathematical Olympiad 2020 till the first week of July 2020.
Pre-Regional Mathematics Olympiad 2020 may help in the second week of August 2020.

I hope this helps.

Tushar, HBCSE will release the online registration forms for PRMO tentatively from the first or second weeks of August. You can either register through your school if it has been registered or you can register on your own. Schools will start registering themselves for PRMO tentatively from the month of June. So you need to check if your School has been registered or not. Based on that, you can either register through your school or individually. At this point in time, you need to wait for official notification for the registration process to start. For more information, please read our article: https://school.careers360.com/articles/prmo-registration

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