Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial Intra-School Math Talent Search
by JMMC Research Foundation (JMMCRF)
Merit Certificate + Prizes from JMMC
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.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹500
Participation format
Individual
Duration
60 minutes (exam duration)
Eligibility
Open to students in Classes 1-12 enrolled in JMMC India partner schools located in Kolkata. Participation is exclusively organized through the student's respective school.
- Grade level
- Grade 1 to 12
- Age range
- 8 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- West Bengal (Kolkata)
- Academic requirement
- Must be enrolled as a current student in a JMMC India partner school in Kolkata.
- Prerequisites
- Interest in Mathematics
- Regional eligibility criteria
- Open only to students enrolled at JMMC partner schools in Kolkata. Current confirmed partners: Modern High School for Girls, Gokhale Memorial School for Girls, Bhavans Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir.
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Merit Prizes from JMMC India
Prizes awarded to top performers. Specific prize details are not publicly disclosed.
Certificate
JMMC Merit Certificate
Merit certificates are awarded by JMMC India to students scoring 70% or above (105 out of 150 marks) in the examination. Certificates are also provided to the first 3 rankers in each class.
Recognition
School-level math merit recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Registration is organized through the student's JMMC partner school.
- 2Contact the school's mathematics department or administration to register.
- 3Pay the registration fee of ₹500 at the time of registration.
- 4Appear for the exam at the designated school venue on the scheduled date.
Rules and guidelines
- Participants must use only a pencil or a black/blue ballpoint pen for answering.
- Scratching or using whitener is strictly prohibited on the answer paper.
- Questions will be based on the school's mathematics syllabus for each class.
- There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Students must apply for the examination through their respective partner schools.
- Adherence to the exam date and venue decided by the school is mandatory.
Fees and financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of ₹500 per student is payable at the time of school-level registration.
About this opportunity
The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial Intra-School Math Talent Search is an annual mathematics competition organized by JMMC India for students in partner schools across Kolkata. This initiative aims to foster mathematical culture and identify young talent in the subject, honoring the legacy of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
The competition is open to students from Classes 1 to 12 who are enrolled in JMMC India's partner schools. Participation is facilitated directly through the respective schools, ensuring a streamlined application process for eligible students. Top performers receive merit certificates, medals, and other prizes, encouraging excellence in mathematics and showcasing problem-solving abilities.
Exam format
- Total marks
- 150
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Format
- MCQ containing 30 questions
- Language
- English
Rounds and format
The competition consists of a single written examination round conducted offline at the respective partner schools.
How entries are judged
Answers are evaluated based on correctness, with 5 marks awarded for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. Students must achieve 70% or more (105 marks out of 150) to be eligible for the merit list and ranking.
Selection process
Students scoring 70% or above (105 marks out of 150) are placed on the merit list and receive recognition from JMMC India. The top 10 meritorious students from each class are considered rankers.
How to prepare
- JMMC Research Foundation's 'Hand Book of Math'
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
School syllabus of Mathematics for each class
Frequently asked questions
Can any student participate in the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial Math Talent Search?
No. The competition is open only to students enrolled in JMMC India partner schools in Kolkata. Confirmed partners include Modern High School for Girls, Gokhale Memorial School for Girls, and Bhavans Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir. Students at non-partner schools are not eligible to participate in this intra-school competition.
What is the exam format and passing criteria for the merit list?
The exam consists of 150 MCQ questions in English, conducted over 60 minutes. Students who score 70% or above, which is 105 out of 150 marks, qualify for the JMMC merit list and receive merit certificates and prizes. There is no negative marking mentioned in available sources.
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