SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) 2025-26

Scholarship Amount

Up to ₹50,000

About This Scholarship

SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) 2025-26 is an opportunity offered by the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) for students in Class 1 to 12. This two-level examination aims to recognise outstanding performers at various levels, including school toppers, students with perfect scores, and rank holders at the school, zonal, and international levels. The deadline for application is December 12, 2025.

The examinations are scheduled on the following dates:
Exam Date One: 12 November 2025
Exam Date Two: 28 November 2025
Exam Date Three: 12 December 2025

The selected students stand a chance to receive up to ₹50,000 and other significant benefits, detailed as follows:

At International Level:
1st Rank: ₹50,000, a gold medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance
2nd Rank: ₹25,000, a silver medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance
3rd Rank: ₹10,000, a bronze medal, and a certificate of outstanding performance

In cases where two or more students achieve the same international rank:
• For up to 10 students securing the same rank, the cash award/scholarship will be distributed equally. Additionally, each winner will receive a medal in their respective category and a certificate.
• If 11 or more students secure the same rank, each winner will be awarded gifts worth ₹1,000, a medal in the applicable category, and a certificate.

At Zonal Level:
1st Rank: ₹5,000 + zonal gold medal + certificate of zonal excellence
2nd Rank: ₹2,500 + zonal silver medal + certificate of zonal excellence
3rd Rank: ₹1,000 + zonal bronze medal + certificate of zonal excellence
4th to 10th Rank: Gifts worth ₹500 + certificate of zonal excellence
11th to 25th Rank: Certificate of Zonal Excellence
26+ Rank: Merit certificate

For multiple students achieving the same zonal rank:
• For up to 5 students securing the same rank, the award amount will be distributed equally. Additionally, each winner will receive a medal in their respective category and a certificate.
• If 6 or more students secure the same rank, each winner will be awarded gifts worth ₹1,000, a medal in the applicable category, and a certificate.
• For single-level exams: A medal of distinction & certificate of distinction will be awarded for performance.
• For two-level exams: Zonal medals & certificates of zonal excellence will be awarded for second-level performance.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must:
• Be an Indian national.
• Be enrolled in Class 1 to 12 in a recognised school/institution.

Selection Criteria:
The selection will be based on the student's performance in the olympiad and fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.

Required Documents

N/A

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:
1. Visit the official website for scholarship information. If an application portal is available, proceed to register or log in to express interest or find further details.
2. Contact your school authority to apply for the opportunity.

Note: The prospectus containing the registration forms will be sent to all schools registered with SOF. Schools that have not registered can also request a prospectus by sending an email to info@sofworld.org or by calling (0124)-4951200. The schools must return the registration forms to SOF, duly filled in and complete in all respects, by the due date at the address:

Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)
1st Floor, Plot no. 99,
Sector • 44, Gurugram (Haryana) India
Pin Code • 122003

For any further queries, you may contact the Science Olympiad Foundation directly:
Science Olympiad Foundation
Plot no. 99, 1st Floor, Sector • 44,
Gurugram • 122003
Email ID: info@sofworld.org
Phone Number: (+91) 9312680855