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SOF International Mathematics Olympiad
SOF math olympiad for school students. 35–50 questions across Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Reasoning, Everyday Mathematics, and an Achievers Section.
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International top 50 — Elite tier
95–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Top 100-200 international
90–95% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
National top rankers
82–90% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
State/Regional excellence
70–82% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Zone/City level merit
55–70% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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35–55% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Participation level
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
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Science Olympiad Foundation has announced the Level 2 examination dates for students who qualified from Level 1. The exam will be conducted in February-March window across registered schools nationwide.
Source →Schools are reminded to complete student registrations for the International Mathematics Olympiad before the approaching deadline. Late registrations may attract additional fees as per SOF guidelines.
Source →Updated sample papers aligned with current curriculum have been made available on the official portal. Students can download previous year papers and practice sets to strengthen their preparation for Level 1.
Source →The Foundation has started dispatching medals, certificates and merit awards to International and Zonal rank holders from the previous academic year. Schools will receive consolidated shipments in coming weeks.
Source →School registration deadline (extended)
2 days awayFri, 29 May, 2026
Final date for schools to register students for Level 1
Last date for student enrollment
16 days awayFri, 12 Jun, 2026
Individual student registration closes
Admit card availability on portal
79 days awayFri, 14 Aug, 2026
Schools can download roll numbers and admit cards for registered students
🏅SOF IMO Level 1 Exam (Set A)
92 days awayThu, 27 Aug, 2026
First examination date for Level 1 across participating schools
🏅SOF IMO Level 1 Exam (Set B)
99 days awayThu, 3 Sept, 2026
Alternate examination date for schools with scheduling conflicts
Level 1 results declaration
139 days awayTue, 13 Oct, 2026
Results published online; Level 2 qualifiers announced
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Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
Mixed verbal and figure-based reasoning patterns.
Number and Alphabet Series
Find the next or missing term in a number or alphabet series.
Analogy and Classification
Identify the matching pair or odd one out among words, numbers and figures.
Coding-Decoding
Encrypt or decode words and numbers using a given rule.
Mathematical Operations
Symbol substitution, BODMAS and operator-based logic problems.
Direction Sense Test
Compass-based movement and final position/distance problems.
Blood Relations
Family tree and pointing-style relationship problems.
Ranking and Arrangement
Linear seating, ranks from top/bottom and order-of-arrangement problems.
Embedded and Hidden Figures
Spot a smaller figure embedded in a complex one.
Mirror and Water Images
Mirror and water reflections of letters, numbers and figures.
Paper Folding and Cutting
Predict appearance of paper after folding, punching and unfolding.
Cubes and Dice
Cube colouring, opposite faces of dice and counting cubes.
Matrix and Pattern Completion
Complete a 3×3 matrix or repeating pattern with the right element.
Number Systems
Real numbers, rational/irrational numbers, decimal expansions and laws of exponents for real numbers.
Polynomials
Zeroes, remainder theorem, factor theorem and algebraic identities.
Coordinate Geometry
Cartesian plane, plotting points, distance formula and section formula.
Linear Equations in Two Variables
Solution graphs, substitution, elimination and cross-multiplication methods.
Introduction to Euclid's Geometry
Euclid's axioms, postulates and basic geometrical proofs.
Word Problems Application
Real-life word problems based on the math syllabus.
Percentage, Profit and Loss
Applied percentage, profit/loss, discount and successive percentages.
Time, Speed and Distance
Trains, boats and streams and average-speed problems.
Time and Work
Work efficiency, pipes-and-cisterns and joint-work problems.
Simple and Compound Interest
SI/CI computations and instalment-based problems.
Higher Order Mathematical Thinking
HOTS questions extending IMO math topics into multi-step proofs.
Problem Solving
Mixed-topic numerical problems that combine reasoning and math.
Applied Geometry and Mensuration
Multi-shape area/volume problems from real-life contexts.
Data Handling and Statistics
Interpret tables, graphs and probability scenarios.
🏅SOF IMO Level 2 Exam
209 days awayTue, 22 Dec, 2026
Level 2 examination for qualified students from Level 1
Final results and rank list publication
244 days awayTue, 26 Jan, 2027
International, Zonal and School rank holders announced; awards distribution begins
Lines and Angles
Pairs of angles, parallel lines, transversals and angle sum properties.