IMO — Innovative Maths Olympiad
Innovative Maths Olympiad by i-CAPE for Grades 3 to 10 · Olympiad Year 2026-2027.
The Innovative Maths Olympiad (IMO) is an annual academic competition conducted by i-CAPE for students of Grades 3 to 10. It assesses maths understanding, logical ability, and problem-solving skills aligned to school curriculum and olympiad thinking.
This page covers key details for i-CAPE IMO — overview, eligibility, exam date, pattern & syllabus, sample papers, awards, and how schools can participate for Olympiad Year 2026-2027.
Innovative Maths Olympiad (IMO) Exam 2026-2027 Overview
Know important details about the i-CAPE Innovative Maths Olympiad (IMO) exam.
| Exam Organizing Body | I-CAPE Pvt. Ltd (Innovative Talent Search Examination) |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Students of Grades 3 to 10 enrolled through a participating school |
| Exam Level | School / National olympiad level |
| Application Process | Through the respective school (no individual self-registration) |
| Exam Date | 14th December 2026 (Monday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Registration Fee | INR 150 per Olympiad |
| Frequency of Conduct | Once a year (Olympiad Year based) |
| Objective | To identify and nurture passion for Maths |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 60 minutes (Grades 3–5) · 90 minutes (Grades 6–10) |
IMO Exam Pattern & Syllabus
i-CAPE IMO uses multiple-choice questions on an OMR sheet. Grades 3–5 have 35 questions (70 marks, 60 minutes). Grades 6–10 have 50 questions (100 marks, 90 minutes). Each question carries 2 marks with no negative marking. Syllabus areas include numbers, arithmetic, geometry, mensuration, algebra, and data handling as applicable to each grade.
View full IMO pattern & syllabusIMO Eligibility Criteria
- Students of Grades 3 to 10 studying in a participating school may appear for IMO.
- A student should appear for the olympiad of their own grade only.
- Registration is done through the school — individual student applications are not accepted.
How To Participate in IMO
- Schools download the School and Student Registration Forms from the i-CAPE website.
- Complete school and student details carefully, including olympiad choices (IMO / ISO / IEO).
- Remit INR 150 per Olympiad and keep the payment proof.
- Submit filled forms and payment proof to i-CAPE on WhatsApp (+91 80745 63902) on or before 31th October 2026.
IMO Exam Date
i-CAPE Innovative Maths Olympiad (IMO) for Olympiad Year 2026-2027 will be held on 14th December 2026 (Monday).
IMO Model Papers & Previous Papers
i-CAPE has released IMO model papers for Grades 3 to 10. Schools and students can view or download the PDFs to understand the exam pattern and practise for the olympiad.
View & download IMO papersIMO Awards / Scholarships / Recognition
Outstanding performers in i-CAPE olympiads are recognised through national ranker trophies and certificates, top-performer scholarships and excellence certificates, school toppers’ medals and merit certificates, participation certificates for all students, plus school and teacher awards for exceptional contribution.
View rewards & recognitionsHow To Prepare for IMO
The i-CAPE Innovative Maths Olympiad tests maths reasoning, number sense, algebra, geometry, and problem-solving. Prepare thoroughly and strategically:
- Study the grade-wise IMO pattern and syllabus on the Pattern page.
- Practise with official i-CAPE IMO model papers from the Model Papers & Previous Papers page.
- Strengthen fundamentals — numbers, operations, geometry, measurement, and reasoning.
- Take timed practice to get comfortable with OMR marking and exam duration.
- Revise carefully and avoid last-minute cramming; focus on clear concepts.