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Maths Olympiads & Competitions for Kids in India

Maths olympiads and competitions test a child's problem-solving and logical reasoning well beyond the school syllabus, and run from school rounds up to national and international stages. WiWit lists 327 verified maths olympiads & competitions in India from 206 organisations. They include options spanning Class 1–12, 88 available online, 90 free to enter. Last reviewed June 2026.

Mathematics olympiads are among the most popular and most useful competitions for Indian school students. Unlike a school exam, they reward reasoning, pattern-finding and the ability to attack an unfamiliar problem — the same habits that help later in board exams, JEE/NEET preparation and beyond. Listings here span the full ladder: inter-school maths championships, national-level olympiads with multiple rounds, and Indian rounds of international competitions, for children from the early primary classes up to Class 12. WiWit checks each listing against the organiser's official information before it is published, so you can compare which contest fits your child's class and level without scanning a dozen websites.

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Maths Olympiads & Competitions for Kids in India at a glance

Compare maths olympiads & competitions on WiWit
OpportunityOrganizerEligibilityModeFee
Harvard Crimson Global Quiz Bowl - Mathematics | Middle School (G6-G8)The Harvard CrimsonClass 6–12Online$55
Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) for Indian StudentsAsia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) CommitteeClass 8–12In-PersonFree
International Science Olympiad (ISO) by SOFScience Olympiad Foundation (SOF)Class 1–12In-Person₹150
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and EducationSamsung IndiaClass 8–12HybridFree
The Sophie Fellowship - Mathematics Olympiad Mentorship Program Sophie Fellowship TeamClass 8–12OnlineFree
ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Online Scholarship Olympiad for Indian StudentsEducational ExcellentiaClass 1–10Online₹399
Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad (SEAMO) IndiaSEAMO International CommitteeClass 1–12Hybrid₹650
LogIQids Mental Aptitude OlympiadLogIQidsClass 1–9In-PersonFree
Prince OlympiadPrince Education HubClass 5–12HybridFree
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of IndiaClass 8In-PersonPaid
National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) OnlineUnified CouncilClass 1–10Online₹354
Indian Robotic Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - TechiesROBO-GClass 5–10In-Person₹10,000
Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - InnovatorsROBO-GClass 2–5In-Person₹10,000
Mathematics Workshop by JMMC IndiaJMMC IndiaClass 6–12In-Person₹500
Bose Einstein Scholarship Test (BEST)JMMC IndiaClass 5–12Online₹999
Competition

Harvard Crimson Global Quiz Bowl - Mathematics | Middle School (G6-G8)

by The Harvard Crimson

An international team mathematics quiz specifically for students in Grades 6-8, featuring online preliminary rounds and live Zoom semi-finals and finals.

👶For children ages 11–14
🏠Join from home
💰$55 registration

What your child could gain:

Problem-solving under time pressureTeam collaborationMathematical reasoning
Competition

Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) for Indian Students

by Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) Committee

The Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) is a prestigious international contest for Pacific-Rim students, including India, that challenges gifted minds with advanced problems and promotes global academic excellence.

👶For children ages 13–18
📍In-person event
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Advanced problem-solvingCritical thinkingMathematical reasoning
Competition

International Science Olympiad (ISO) by SOF

by Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

The International Science Olympiad (ISO) by SOF is a competitive exam for students in classes 1-12, enhancing scientific reasoning, analytical skills, and practical knowledge.

👶For children ages 6–18
📍In-person event
💰₹150 registration

What your child could gain:

Scientific reasoningProblem-solvingAnalytical thinking
Competition

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow India - Health and Education

by Samsung India

National innovation competition for Indian youth (14-22) to develop tech solutions for societal challenges, offering grants, mentorship, and incubation.

👶For children ages 14–22
🌐Online or in-person
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Problem-solvingDesign thinkingEntrepreneurship
Program

The Sophie Fellowship - Mathematics Olympiad Mentorship Program

by Sophie Fellowship Team

A free online mentorship program for high school students in India passionate about mathematics, preparing them for prestigious competitions like IMO, EGMO, and INMO.

👶For children ages 13–18
🏠Join from home
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Problem-solvingLogical reasoningMathematical proof
Competition

ISTSE (Indian School Talent Search Exam) Online Scholarship Olympiad for Indian Students

by Educational Excellentia

The Indian School Talent Search Exam (ISTSE) Online is a national scholarship olympiad for Indian students in Classes 1-10, assessing intellectual potential in Mental Ability, Mathematics, Science, and English. Top performers can win significant scholarships and recognition.

👶For children ages 6–15
🏠Join from home
💰₹399 registration

What your child could gain:

Conceptual understandingAnalytical skillsProblem-solving
Competition

Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad (SEAMO) India

by SEAMO International Committee

An international mathematics competition for students from Grade 1 to 12, designed to enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

👶For children ages 6–18
🌐Online or in-person
💰₹650 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingProblem-solvingAnalytical skills
Competition

LogIQids Mental Aptitude Olympiad

by LogIQids

National two-stage mental aptitude and logical reasoning olympiad by LogIQids for students from KG2 to Grade 9, with a free first stage.

👶For children ages 5–14
📍In-person event
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Logical reasoningPattern recognitionSpatial visualisation
Competition

Prince Olympiad

by Prince Education Hub

Free national talent search examination by Prince Education Hub for classes 5-12, with scholarships and tuition fee waivers worth up to ₹75 crore.

👶For children ages 10–17
🌐Online or in-person
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Conceptual problem-solvingReasoningExam temperament
Scholarship

National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)

by Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India

NMMSS offers ₹12,000 annually to meritorious students from economically weaker sections in India, supporting their education from Class 9 to 12 in government and aided schools.

👶For children ages 13–14
📍In-person event
💰₹Not Specified registration

What your child could gain:

ReasoningCritical thinkingProblem solving
Exam

National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Online

by Unified Council

A national online competitive exam for students in Classes 1-10, assessing science, mathematics, and general knowledge from home.

👶For children ages 6–18
🏠Join from home
💰₹354 registration

What your child could gain:

Logical reasoningAnalytical thinkingProblem solving
Competition

Indian Robotic Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Techies

by ROBO-G

The IRO ROBO Adventures Techies category challenges students aged 10-15 to design and program autonomous robots for lake conservation, focusing on waste management and ecosystem restoration.

👶For children ages 10–15
📍In-person event
💰₹10,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Robot design and constructionProgramming (mblock, micropython)Algorithmic thinking
Competition

Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Innovators

by ROBO-G

The Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Innovators category is a national competition for young creators aged 7-10 years, focusing on robotics and programming to solve lake conservation challenges.

👶For children ages 7–10
📍In-person event
💰₹10,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Robotics design and constructionBlock-based programming (mblock)Algorithmic thinking
Workshop

Mathematics Workshop by JMMC India

by JMMC India

JMMC India offers mathematics workshops for students in classes 6-12 through partner schools in Kolkata, focusing on critical thinking.

👶For children ages 11–18
📍In-person event
💰₹500 registration

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingLogical reasoningMathematical problem solving
Scholarship

Bose Einstein Scholarship Test (BEST)

by JMMC India

Three-stage national math scholarship by JMMC India for Class 4 to 12. Features MCQ screening, subjective exam, and interview. Winners receive a monthly scholarship of ₹15,000 for 12 months and a BEST Scholar certificate.

👶For children ages 6–18
🏠Join from home
💰₹999 registration

What your child could gain:

Mathematical problem solvingAbstract reasoningSubjective mathematics
Program

The Junior Academy by NYAS - STEM Innovation Program

by The New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS)

A free, online program by The New York Academy of Sciences for students aged 13-17. Participants form international teams to solve real-world STEM problems through innovation challenges.

👶For children ages 13–17
🏠Join from home
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingProblem-solvingCollaboration
Competition

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial Intra-School Math Talent Search

by JMMC India

Annual intra-school math competition by JMMC India for students in Classes 1-12 from partner schools in Kolkata. It features a 60-minute written MCQ exam worth 150 marks, with merit certificates and prizes for top performers.

👶For children ages 8–18
📍In-person event
💰₹500 registration

What your child could gain:

Mathematical problem solvingLogical reasoningTime management under exam conditions
Program

Stanford University Residential Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)

by Stanford University

SUMaC is a residential mathematics program at Stanford University for high school students to study advanced algebra, topology, and number theory. Need-based financial aid is available.

👶For children ages 15–18
📍In-person event
💰$8,950 registration

What your child could gain:

Abstract algebraNumber theoryAlgebraic topology
Program

Research Science Institute (RSI) at MIT

by Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)

RSI is a tuition-free five-week research program at MIT for exceptional high school students to conduct original scientific research under the mentorship of leading scientists and engineers.

👶For children ages 16–18
📍In-person event
💰Free to participate

What your child could gain:

Scientific research methodologyData analysisAcademic writing
Program

BBSBAFPA Pre-Armed Forces Preparatory Program

by Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Armed Forces Preparatory Academy

Residential armed forces preparatory program at BBSBAFPA, Punjab for male students in grades 10-11. NDA coaching, physical training, and SSB preparation under SGPC. Annual fee: Rs. 1,90,000.

👶For children ages 15–17
📍In-person event
💰₹1,90,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Physical fitnessLeadershipDiscipline
Program

Two-Year Pre-NDA Residential Program at SPI Aurangabad

by Services Preparatory Institute (Maharashtra)

Government residential 2-year NDA prep programme in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar for Maharashtra boys who've passed Class 10 with 60% marks. Monthly hostel fee ₹5,000. 650+ officers commissioned.

👶For children ages 15–20
📍In-person event
💰₹5000/month registration

What your child could gain:

Military disciplinePhysical fitnessNda exam preparation
Program

Polygence Core Research Program

by Polygence

A personalized one-on-one research mentorship program pairing high school students with PhD mentors to conduct and publish original academic research.

👶For children ages 13–18
🏠Join from home
💰$Not Specified registration

What your child could gain:

Research methodologyCritical thinkingAcademic writing
Program

Two-Year Pre-NDA Preparatory Program at MRSAFPI Mohali

by Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute

Government residential 2-year NDA prep programme in Mohali for Punjab boys after Class 10, with academic coaching, physical training, and an 83% NDA-I pass rate. Annual fee approximately ₹56,000.

👶For children ages 15–20
📍In-person event
💰₹56,000 registration

What your child could gain:

Military disciplinePhysical fitnessNda exam preparation
Program

Lumiere Research Scholars Program - (Individual Research)

by Lumiere Education

Online 12-week research mentorship for students in grades 9-12. Participants work with PhD mentors on original research and earn 3 academic credits transferable through UC San Diego Extended Studies.

👶For children ages 14–18
🏠Join from home
💰$8,400 registration

What your child could gain:

Research methodologyCritical thinkingAcademic writing

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Frequently asked questions

How many maths olympiads & competitions are listed on WiWit?
WiWit currently lists 327 verified maths olympiads & competitions in India from 206 organisations. Each one is checked against the organiser's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.
Which classes can take part in maths olympiads & competitions?
The maths olympiads & competitions listed here span students from Class 1 to Class 12. Use the comparison table to filter by your child's class and see the exact eligibility for each listing.
Can my child take part in maths olympiads & competitions online?
Maths olympiads & competitions are available in multiple modes: 88 run online, 151 are in person, 88 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.
Are there free maths olympiads & competitions?
Yes — 90 of the 327 maths olympiads & competitions listed are free to enter. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.
Which maths olympiad is best for my child?
It depends on your child's class and comfort level. Younger children often start with school-level or inter-school maths contests, while stronger students move on to national olympiads with selection rounds and international qualifiers. Use the comparison table to match eligibility and difficulty to your child.
Do maths olympiads need special preparation?
Most reward reasoning over memorisation, so regular practice with past papers and unfamiliar problems helps more than rote learning. Many organisers publish a syllabus or sample questions; check the individual listing for the level and topics covered before registering.