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Pre-2026 Participation Assignment (IMC and EGMO)
This assignment applies to both the International Mathematics Competition (IMC) and European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) projects. It can be attempted at home at a learner’s own pace. The results will be used as part of IMC team selection as well as to identify potential girls to invite to our 2026 January Girls’ Camp (sponsored event). These assignments are available in both Afrikaans and English.
There are two age groups:
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Grade 4+5 (currently grade 3+4 in 2025):
An assignment of 25 multiple choice questions to be completed on our website.
Download a freely distributable sample pdf
The assignment is open for submission until Saturday 10 January 2026.
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Grade 6 and above (currently grade 5 and above in 2025)
An assignment of 5 questions requiring learners to explain their methods/reasons and to be submitted on our website.
Download a freely distributable assignment pdf
The assignment is open for submission until Saturday 10 January 2026.
Link to assignment on teaching platform: https://jimcobsa.co.za/pre-2026
Schedule for 2026
10 January 2026: Pre-2026 Deadline
23 to 26 January 2026: Girls’ Camp
27 to
29 January 2026: IMAS Round 1
9 to 15 April 2026: EGMO (France)
July/Aug
2026: IMC Mongolia