IOQM 2026 Registration Open: Important Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply Online
The Mathematics Teachers' Association (India) (MTAI)
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Overview
IOQM 2026 registration is now open. The Indian Olympiad Qualifier in Mathematics (IOQM) is the first stage of India’s mathematics olympiad pathway for students in Classes 8-12. Registration is available through school centres or individually on the official portal ioqm.mtai.org.in. The exam date is 6 September 2026, with registration windows running through June and July.
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Age Limit
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Age Details
No explicit age restrictions beyond the stated Class 8-12 eligibility.
Eligibility
Academic eligibility
Students must be currently studying in Classes 8 to 12 in a recognised Indian institution.
Students must not have already cleared or be scheduled to take their Class 12 board examinations before 30 October 2026.
Students must not have started regular university or college studies before 1 June 2026.
Citizenship and residency
Candidates must hold an Indian passport to represent India in later stages.
Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders may appear and progress through training, but cannot represent India in international competitions.
Examination centres are located within India. Students residing abroad who wish to appear must travel to India and select an available centre; such students are considered under the Delhi (NCR) region for RMO selection purposes.
Important Dates
Application Start
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Application End
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Date Details
IOQM 2026 Important Dates\n\n- Centre registration window: 01-06-2026 to 26-06-2026.\n- Student registration through centres: 01-06-2026 to 25-07-2026.\n- Individual student online registration: 29-06-2026 to 25-07-2026.\n- IOQM 2026 exam date: 06-09-2026.\n\nAll registrations must be completed through the official portal ioqm.mtai.org.in within the specified windows.
Application Fees
Application fees
Fees are described in the official registration portal. (Details are available on the IOQM registration page during the application process.)
How to Apply
Registration overview\n- There are two routes: (1) through a registered school as a centre, (2) individually through the online portal.\n- Centres must register on the portal and activate login between 01-06-2026 and 26-06-2026, after which they can enrol students until 25-07-2026.\n- Individual online registration is available from 29-06-2026 to 25-07-2026.\n- Ensure accurate personal and academic details, upload required documents, and pay the applicable fee to complete submission.\n\n### Important notes\n- IOQM is the first stage toward the Indian Mathematical Olympiad pathway.\n- The exam is conducted nationwide within India; international candidates may need to travel to India to participate.\n- Refer to the official portal for the most up-to-date information and deadlines.
Which body conducts the "IOQM 2026 Registration Open: Important Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply Online"?
The "IOQM 2026 Registration Open: Important Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply Online" is conducted by the The Mathematics Teachers' Association (India) (MTAI).