SOF International Mathematics Olympiad 2025: Everything You Need To Know—Key Dates, Eligibility, And Awards

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: The International Mathematics Olympiad (SOF IMO), which is held yearly by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF), gives students a chance to demonstrate their logical and mathematical reasoning skills. Students in classes 1–12 from schools all throughout India participate in this well-known competition, which aids in spotting and developing mathematical potential early on. The test assesses students' application of concepts to solve challenging problems in addition to their mathematical knowledge.

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Important details

Medium of Instruction: English

Mode of Exam: Offline (paper-based)

Exam Duration: Each paper is 1 hour long

Application Fee: ₹125 per student

School Application Deadline: Schools must apply at least 30 days before the exam date

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Eligibility criteria

• Students must attend a school approved by the Science Olympiad Foundation and be enrolled in grades 1–12.

• Students are limited to taking the exam at the level that corresponds to their class.

• All qualified pupils in classes 1–12 are welcome to take part in Level 1.

• Pupils must place in the top 5% of Level 1 performances to be eligible for Level 2, which is limited to pupils in grades 3–12.

• There is no Level 2 exam for students in classes 1 and 2.

• Schools are required to register their students; individual applications are not accepted.

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Mathematics Topics Covered:

• Algebra
• Trigonometry
• Geometry
• Linear and Differential Equations
• Limits and Derivatives
• Integers
• Probability

Exam Level: Intermediate; designed to encourage mathematical thinking beyond the standard classroom environment

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Steps to apply for School

The registration procedure used by the SOF IMO is school-based:

Step 1: Individual pupils are not permitted to register for the test directly.

Step 2: Schools are required to submit applications at least thirty days prior to the test date.

Step 3: Interested pupils pay the registration cost to the school organiser.

Step 4: All administrative facets of the registration procedure are managed by schools.

Step 5: Schools furnish the testing location and oversee its administration

Step 6: Schools receive and deliver exam materials to enrolled pupils.

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Awards

International Rank Holders (Top 3):
 • Cash prizes
 • Gold, silver, or bronze medals
 • Merit certificates

Zonal Rank Holders:
 • Medals
 • Merit certificates for top performers in each zone

School Toppers:
 • Recognition for highest scorers in each participating school

Participation Certificates:
 • Given to all students who appear for the exam

School Recognition:
 • Awards for schools with outstanding overall performance

Educator Appreciation:
 • Certificates and gifts for principals and teachers contributing to student success

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad: Steps to check the result

Step 1: Go to www.sofworld.org, the official SOF website.

Step 2: Go to the homepage's "Results" section.

Step 3: From the list of tests, choose "International Mathematics Olympiad".

Step 4: Type in the necessary information (roll number and other details as needed).

Step 5: Examine and save the scorecard or result.

Step 6: Schools can use their school login to view the consolidated performance report for results unique to their school.

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