Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC)

The UK's most popular school Mathematical Challenges

Over 700,000 participants all over the world annually

Suitable for students in grade 7 and below

Up to 50%-66% award ratio

Introduction

UKMT encourages mathematical reasoning, precision of thought, and influence in using basic mathematical techniques to solve interesting problems. Among many mathematical challenges organized by UKMT, their biggest competitions are the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Mathematical Challenge (JMC/IMC/SMC), which have over 700,000 students from 6,000 schools each year, and are the UK's most popular school Mathematical Challenges.
The Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC) is based on the knowledge learned in the classroom, allowing students to apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems in a novel way. Most questions are easy for primary and secondary school students, but there are still some challenging questions designed to develop students' critical thinking and mathematical reasoning skills, to stimulate their enthusiasm for learning mathematics and to enjoy solving puzzles.
The Junior Mathematical Olympiad (JMO) is an advanced challenge to JMC, but with no promotion relationship. JMO encourages students to improve their mathematical reasoning skills, refine their logical thinking and acquire higher mathematical skills.

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Rules

 
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Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC)

  • ○ Language: English&Chinese
  • ○ Date: May 2, 2025 (Fri.) 10:00-11:00 (60mins)
  • ○ Deadline: Apr. 22, 2025
  • ○ Location: Paper-based in partnering school (online service application accepted)
  • ○ Qualification: Grade 7 or below
  • ○ Format: Individual written test, 25 multiple choice questions
  • ○ Scoring System: 5 points for 1-15, 6 points for 16-25, 0 point for incorrect answer
  • ○ Awards: Top 50% of UK participants will be awarded Gold, Silver and Bronze in the ratio 1:2:3. Chinese participants will be awarded based on the UK cut-off scores. Students who win gold, silver or bronze awards will receive certificates, and the rest of the students who do not win higher awards will receive electronic certificates.

Gold

the cut-off score in 2024 is 86+

Silver

the cut-off score in 2024 is 70+

Bronze

the cut-off score in 2024 is 57+

Best in School: The top ranked player from the school

Best in Year: The top ranked player in each grade in the school

Junior Mathematical Olympiad (JMO)

  • ○ Language: English&Chinese
  • ○ Date: Jun. 11, 2025 (Wed.) 17:00-19:00 (120mins)
  • ○ Deadline: Jun. 2, 2025
  • ○ Location: Online
  • ○ Qualification: Grade 7 or below
  • ○ Format: Individual written test, 16 problems
  • • Section A: 10 fill-in-the-blank questions. Only answers are required to the problems in Section A.
  • • Section B: 6 answer questions. Full written solutions are required for problems in Section B.
  • ○ Scoring System: Each question in Section A is worth 1 point, each question in Section B is worth up to 10 points. Answers in Section B can be awarded partial marks depending on on the clarity of the participants Mathematical presentation. Answers left blank will be marked as 0.
  • ○ Awards:Top 25%/65% of UK students will receive the Distinction/Merit Award, the top 40/100/200 students will receive the Gold/
    Silver/Bronze Medal. Chinese participants will be awarded based on the UK cut-off scores.

Distinction

the cut-off score in 2024 is 38+

Merit

the cut-off score in 2024 is 20+

Gold

the cut-off score in 2024 Section B is 50+

Silver

the cut-off score in 2024 Section B is 43+

Bronze

the cut-off score in 2024 Section B is 38+

Registration Details

Fee

Includes the exam, grading, proctor fee, past-papers, certificates.

Deadline

JMC: Apr. 22, 2025
JMO: Jun. 2, 2025

ASDAN EPQ Scholarship

3000RMB/std

Gold

2000RMB/std

Silver

1000RMB/std

Bronze

Noted：The ASDAN Scholarship is only available to Year 10, 11 and 12 students for participating ASDAN Extended Project Qualification(EPQ). EPQ is recommended by the G5 group and many leading universities as a competitive academic experience. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. For further details see:http://www.seedasdan.org/epq/。

FAQ

1. What is the refund policy

If, for some reason, the student is unable to attend after paying the fee, please contact us. If you apply before the registration deadline, 25% of the registration fee will be deducted as academic materials and service fees. If you apply after the registration deadline, no refund will be given.

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