Intermediate Maths Challenge

The Intermediate Mathematical Challenge (IMC), organised annually by the UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT), promotes mathematical skills in young students with accessible yet challenging problems.

Intermediate Mathematical Challenge Preparation Group

We have everything you need to prepare for the IMC! The group only cost £100 to join and you will be able to access all the materials, content and tips and tricks for the IMC. Below are the key features of our preparation group:

Small Batches

Each batch will have between 5 to 7 students. Each student will have personal attention.

Weekly classes via Zoom

This is a great space to learn a new topic or go over topics in greater detail.

Custom materials and past papers

Access to to past past papers and custom materials including exclusive mock exams that will be specific to JMC and the JMO.

Doubt sessions every Saturday

In addition to the weekly Zoom class we will also host weekly doubt sessions, students can ask about questions/problems that they are finding tricky.

Preparation Classes

Batches start in October


IMC Preparation Classes  
To join contact: Sumit@oxbridgeinstitute.co.uk

Past IMC Paper

Time allocated: 1 hour 

No calculators

Link to 2016 JMC paper: Click Here

Link to 2016 solution: Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this challenge for?

The challenge is open to students who are currently in Year 11 and below.


When is the challenges?

Late January 2025


How to Participate in the Intermediate Maths Challenge?

In order to participate in the Junior Mathematical Challenge, students need to be registered with a UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust) centre. As only schools are currently allowed to be registered UKMT centres, you need to ensure your child's school is enabling student participation in the challenge. More information can be found here: https://ukmt.org.uk/intermediate-challenges/intermediate-mathematical-challenge


What is the format of the challenge? 

The 60 minute challenge has 25 multiple choice questions that designed to make students think.


How is the challenge scored and awarded? 

After the Junior Mathematical Challenge, the top 50% of students get certificates - bronze, silver, or gold. Everyone who takes part gets a certificate. If you're really good and the best in your year or school, you get a special badge on your certificate. Subsequent rounds are available to those who excel, the UKMT invites around 1,500 of the very highest performers to take part in either the Cayley, Hamilton or Maclaurin Olympiad and invites around 8,000 to take part in either the Grey or Pink Kangaroo.