IOQM 2026 registration begins for Math Olympiad qualifiers at ioqm.mtai.org.in; exam on September 6

IOQM 2026: Who is eligible to apply?

Students are required to satisfy the following conditions to apply:

–Must be studying in Classes 8 to 12.

–Must be born between August 1, 2007, and July 31, 2014 (both dates inclusive).

–Must be eligible to hold an Indian passport.

–OCI cardholders may also appear for IOQM 2026, subject to prevailing court orders and eligibility conditions for international representation.

–Must have been residing and studying in India since 2024.

–Must not have qualified or be scheduled to appear for the Class 12 board examination before October 30, 2026.

–Must not have started, or plan to start, studies at a university or equivalent institution before June 1, 2027.

IOQM 2026 Registration: How to apply

Step 1: Visit the official IOQM portal at ioqm.mtai.org.in.

Step 2: Click on the registration or enrolment link available on the homepage.

Step 3: Select the appropriate registration mode (through a registered centre or direct online enrolment, if eligible).

Step 4: Fill in the required details, including personal information, educational qualifications, date of birth, and contact details.

Step 5: Upload the necessary documents and photographs in the prescribed format, if required.

Step 6: Pay the applicable registration fee and submit the application form.

Step 7: Download and save the confirmation page or acknowledgement receipt for future reference.

What is the IOQM 2026 syllabus?

The syllabus broadly covers concepts taught in NCERT Mathematics textbooks from Classes 8 to 12. Students are expected to have a strong understanding of topics such as algebra, combinatorics, geometry, and number theory, which form the core of olympiad-level mathematics problems.