Facts, Syllabus and Pattern
What is IMO?
The International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) is the world championship mathematics
competition for high school students and is held annually in a different country.
The first IMO was held in 1959 in Romania, with 7 countries participating. It has
gradually expanded to over 100 countries from 5 continents.
The IMO board ensures that the competition takes place each year and that each host
country observes the regulations and traditions of the IMO.
Syllabus for IMO
Class 1
1. Numerals
2. Number Name and Number Sense (2 digit numbers)
3. Addition
4. Subtraction
5. Length
6. Weight
7. Time
8. Money
9. Geometrical Skills
10. Patterns
11. Odd One Out
12. Series Completion
13. Problems Based on Figures
Class 2
1. Numerals and Number Name
2. Number Sense (3 digit numbers)
3. Money
4. Measurement of Length (conversions), Weight, Time and Temperature
5. Calendar
6. Point, Line and Plane Figures
7. Problems Based on Figures
8. Patterns
9. Series Completion
10. Find Odd Numeral Out
11. Geometrical Shapes
Class 3
1. Numerals and Number Name
2. Number Sense (4 digit numbers)
3. Addition
4. Subtraction
5. Multiplication
6. Division
7. Fractions
8. Money
9. Length (conversions)
10. Weight
11. Capacity
12. Time
13. Point
14. Problems Based on Figures
15. Odd One Out
16. Patterns
17. Series Completion
18. Coding-Decoding
19. Mirror Images
20. Embedded Figures
21. Straight Lines and Curved Lines
22. Geometrical Shapes
Class 4
1. Numerals and Number Name (5 digit numbers)
2. Place Value
3. Roman Numerals
4. Addition and Subtraction
5. Geometry : Square, Rectangle, Circle, Closed, Open Figure
6. Multiplication and Division
7. Factors and Multiples
8. Fractions
9. Measurement
10. Pictorial Representation of Data
11. Money, Time, Weight and Capacity
12. Series and Pattern Formation of Numbers and Figures
13. Conversions
14. Comparison
15. Perimeter of Various Shapes
16. Direction Sense
17. Mirror Images
18. Embedded Figures
19. Number Ranking
20. Alphabetical Test
21. Coding-Decoding
22. Mathematical Reasoning
23. Symmetry
Class 5
1. Number Sense
2. Numeral and Number Name (7 and 8 digit numbers)
3. Roman Numbers
4. Addition
5. Subtraction
6. Multiplication
7. Division
8. Factors and Multiples
9. LCM, HCF
10. Rules of Divisibility
11. Whole, Prime and Composite Numbers
12. Fractions
13. Decimals
14. Geometrical Shapes and Angles
15. Circles
16. Symmetry
17. Measurement of Length, Mass, Capacity
18. Perimeter and Area of Rectangle, Square
19. Measurement of Volume, Temperature, Time and Various Operations on Time
20. Relationship Between Seconds, Minutes and Hours
21. Money
22. Representation of Data in Pictorial Form
23. Patterns
24. Formation of Numbers and Figures
25. Direction Sense
26. Number Ranking and Alphabetical Test
27. Series
28. Odd One Out
Class 6
1. Knowing our Numbers
2. Whole Numbers
3. Playing with Numbers
4. Basic Geometrical Ideas
5. Understanding Elementary Shapes
6. Integers
7. Fractions
8. Decimals
9. Data Handling
10. Mensuration
11. Algebra
12. Ratio and Proportion
13. Symmetry
14. Practical Geometry
15. Problems Based on Figures
16. Odd One Out
17. Series Completion
18. Coding-Decoding
19. Mathematical Reasoning
20. Mirror Images
21. Embedded Figures
22. Patterns
23. Direction Sense
24. Number Ranking and Alphabetical Test
Class 7
1. Integers
2. Fractions and Decimals
3. Exponents and Powers
4. Algebraic Expressions
5. Simple Linear Equations
6. Lines and Angles
7. Concept of Percentage
8. Profit and Loss
9. Simple Interest
10. Probability
11. Properties of Triangle
12. Symmetry
13. Congruence of Triangles
14. Rational Numbers
15. Perimeter and Area
16. Data Handling
17. Arithmetical Ability
18. Visualising Solid Shapes
19. Problems Based on Figures
20. Odd One Out
21. Series Completion
22. Coding-Decoding
23. Mathematical Reasoning
24. Mirror Images
25. Embedded Figures
26. Patterns
27. Direction Sense
28. Number Ranking and Alphabetical Test
Class 8
Section – I (Logical Reasoning)
1. Mathematical Operations
2. Series Completion
3. Direction Sense Test
4. Analytical Reasoning
5. Problems on Cubes and Dice
6. Number Ranking and Time Sequence Test
7. General Reasoning Based on Prescribed Syllabus
Section – II (Mathematical Reasoning)
1. Rational Numbers
2. Squares and Square Roots
3. Cubes and Cube Roots
4. Exponents and Powers
5. Comparing Quantities
6. Algebraic Expressions and Identities
7. Linear Equations in One Variable
8. Understanding Quadrilaterals
9. Constructions
10. Mensuration
11. Visualising Solid Shapes
12. Data Handling
13. Direct and Inverse Variations
14. Factorisation
15. Introduction to Graphs
16. Playing with Numbers
Section – III (Everyday Mathematics)
1. The syllabus of this section will be based on the syllabus of Mathematical Reasoning.
Class 9
Section – I (Logical Reasoning)
1. Mathematical Operations
2. Series Completion
3. Arithmetical Reasoning
4. Problems on Cubes and Dice
5. Number Ranking & Time Sequence Test
6. Inserting Missing Character
7. General Reasoning Based on Prescribed Syllabus
Section – II (Mathematical Reasoning)
1. Number Systems
2. Polynomials
3. Coordinate Geometry
4. Linear Equations in Two Variables
5. Introduction to Euclid’s Geometry
6. Lines and Angles
7. Triangles
8. Quadrilaterals
9. Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles
10. Circles
11. Constructions
12. Heron’s Formula
13. Surface Areas and Volumes
14. Statistics
15. Probability
Section – III (Everyday Mathematics)
1. The syllabus of this section will be based on the syllabus of Mathematical Reasoning.
Class 10
Section – I (Logical Reasoning)
1. Direction Sense Test,
2. Mathematical Operations,
3. Number Ranking & Time Sequence Test,
4. Coding-Decoding,
5. Distance,
6. Speed,
7. Time,
8. General Reasoning
Section – II (Mathematical Reasoning)
1. Real Numbers
2. Polynomials
3. Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
4. Quadratic Equations
5. Arithmetic Progressions
6. Triangles
7. Coordinate Geometry
8. Introduction to Trigonometry
9. Some Applications of Trigonometry
10. Circles
11. Constructions
12. Areas Related to Circles
13. Surface Areas and Volumes
14. Statistics
15. Probability
Section – III (Everyday Mathematics)
1. The syllabus of this section will be based on the syllabus of Mathematical Reasoning.
Class 11
1. Sets
2. Relations and Functions
3. Mathematical Induction
4. Logarithms
5. Complex Numbers & Quadratic Equations
6. Linear Inequations
7. Sequences and Series
8. Trigonometry
9. Straight Lines
10. Conic Sections
11. Trigonometry
12. Permutations and Combinations
13. Binomial Theorem
14. Statistics
15. Mathematical Logic
16. Limits and Derivatives
17. Probability
18. Introduction to 3-D Geometry
19. Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
Class 12
1. Relations and Function
2. Trigonometry
3. Matrices and Determinants
4. Continuity and Differentiability
5. Application of Derivatives
6. Integration
7. Application of Integration
8. Differential Equation
9. Vector Algebra
10. Three Dimensional Geometry
11. Linear Programming
12. Probability
Exam Pattern for IMO
For classes 1st to 4th
You have to answer 35 questions in 60 minutes.
There will be a separate question paper for each class.
Question paper will have these sections:
o Section I – Logical Reasoning (10 questions)
o Section II – Mathematical Reasoning (10 questions)
o Section III – Everyday Mathematics (10 questions)
o Section IV – Achievers Section (5 questions)
For classes 5th to 12th
The participant has to answer 50 questions in 60 minutes.
Question paper will have these sections:
o Section I - Logical Reasoning (15 questions)
o Section II - Mathematical Reasoning (20 questions)
o Section III - Everyday Mathematics (10 questions)
o Section IV - Achievers Section (5 questions)
How to apply
Eligibility Criteria for IMO
Students of classes 1 to 12 are eligible to appear for the 1st level Olympiads.There is no
other eligibility criterion like minimum marks.
Students who qualify for the 2nd level of the exam include:
o Top 5% of students’, class wise, who appear for the 1st level exam.
o Zone wise top 25 rank holders, class wise.
o Class toppers from each participating school, where at least 10 students from a class
appear in the exam, and score 50% qualifying marks.
o In case registration is received section wise, students with highest marks, irrespective of
section will qualify for the 2nd level.
For section wise registrations, winner(s) of gold medal may not necessarily qualify for
the second level.
Students from classes 1 and 2 are not required to appear for the 2nd level exam and are
ranked based on their performance in the first level exam.
Registration for IMO
You have to register for the exam from your school itself, because IMO does not accept
individual participation from any other mode.
The SOF IMO is open to the students of classes 1 to 12.
Prospectus, containing the registration forms, are sent to all schools registered with
SOF.
Schools not registered may also request a prospectus by sending an e-mail
at [email protected]/.
Schools must return the registration forms to SOF, duly filled in and completed in all
respects, by the due date.
Application Fee for IMO
A charge of Rs 125 (including 18% GST) towards cost of examination is payable by
each participant for schools in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal
If you are suffering from any major physical disability or if you are an Indian student
whose parent was martyred during defence operations, you are exempted from paying
the fee.
Further the school may collect an amount upto Rs 25 per student towards honorarium of
incharge, remuneration to teachers, study material supplied by SOF and other
miscellaneous expenses.
Admit Card for IMO
Admit card for IMO 2018 exam will be issued by the Science Olympiad Foundation.
You can download your admit card from the SOF official website.
IMO admit card has details like your name, venue of the exam etc.
It is a compulsory document that has to be carried to the exam centre.
Important dates
Exam Dates for IMO
Exam Na me Exa m Date 1 Exam Date 2 Exam Date 3
11th IMO (1st
4th Dec 2018 13th Dec 2018 18th Dec 2018
Level)
11th IMO (2nd
11th Feb 2019* – –
Level)
* Dates are tentative and subject to change.
Results and cut-off
Results for IMO
You can check the IMO Result 2018 through the official website
You will have to enter your exam roll number, date of birth, etc. to get the result.
The result for IMO 2018 will available online.
How to prepare
Preparation Tips for IMO
Practice is the key: Practice as much as you can. 70% of your IMO preparation
comprises of practice.
Take All-India Level mock tests: Give time-bound mock tests in a completely exam-
like environment to improve your efficiency at attempting questions..
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Study from the best sources: NCERT and several recommended books for IMO are
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Revision is important: When you go through a formula or concept, maintain revision
notes in the form of bullet points. Revision will be useful when the exam is close and a
good revision pattern will take less time. Normally, without these notes, you would have
to go through the entire chapter to understand important points once again.
Sample Papers for IMO
Solving sample papers and previous year papers is not only advisable, but also
mandatory if you want to stay ahead of the stiff competition in IMO 2018. Solving sample
papers will help you to prepare for the expected paper and its pattern, while also
assisting you in learning efficient time management. You can also assess your own
performance by practicing sample papers and judge your level of preparations for IMO
2018.
Previous Years’ Papers for IMO
Practising previous years’ IMO papers is important as it helps you simulate the real
exam..
