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STEMS (Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences)
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 8–12
Fee
₹100
Duration
Mathematics exam: 6 hours; Physics and Computer Science exams: 3 hours each.
About This Opportunity
The Scholastic Test of Excellence in Mathematical Sciences (STEMS) is an annual, open-resource online examination organized by the Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI). This competition is designed to promote academic creativity, research interest, and awareness in mathematical sciences among students across India.
It features original conceptual questions that encourage deeper understanding over rote learning. This examination is open to students from 8th grade up to the final year of their undergraduate studies. Participants are categorized based on their grade level. The test is conducted online, allowing students from any location in India to participate.
Approximately 35 to 40 top scorers across Mathematics, Physics, Theoretical Computer Science, and Probability-Statistics disciplines will be selected for a fully-funded, 3-day residential camp at CMI. This camp offers a unique opportunity to interact with leading experts from premier research institutes in India, including CMI, ISI Bangalore, IMSc, IISc, and the IITs.
The competition aims to identify and nurture bright young minds, providing them with exposure to advanced topics and a collegiate environment. Past participants have included medalists from international olympiads, highlighting the high caliber of students attracted to STEMS.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8–12
- Age Range
- 13 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students in grades 8 to undergraduate level across India. Participants should have a strong interest in Mathematics, Physics, or Theoretical Computer Science. The competition is nationwide with no specific age restrictions beyond grade level. No financial criteria or special reservations apply.
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Benefits
- Opportunity to attend a fully-funded 3-day camp at Chennai Mathematical Institute for top scorers
- Interaction with leading mathematicians, physicists, and computer scientists from top Indian research institutes
- Certificates of participation for top 100 performers
- Exposure to challenging, original conceptual questions that promote deep learning
- National-level recognition for skills in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science
- Development of academic creativity, research interest, and advanced problem-solving skills
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