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Mathematical Olympiad for Girls

(MOG)

A mathematics olympiad for girls in Years 11–13, with one paper across all year levels.

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CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

MOG 2026

Format
Registration Deadline (NZ Time)
Eligible Years
Home-based paper (scanning required)
17 September 2026 at 11:00:00 am
NZ Years 11–13
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Nationwide

Competition Date (NZ Time)
22 September 2026 at 7:00:00 am
Location
Remote

Course Information

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Submission and Confirmation

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Once you submit the form, you will receive a confirmation email automatically.

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Exam Instructions
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Competition Day

Competition Overview

  • Mathematical Olympiad for Girls

    The Mathematical Olympiad for Girls (MOG) is aimed at girls and young women across the UK and consists of five challenging problems.

    Entry to MOG is by discretionary entry.

    The new Mathematical Competition for Girls, with unlimited entry, will consist of five similar problems, but in the answer-only format.

  • MOG provides girls with an opportunity to challenge themselves through high-level mathematical problem solving while developing confidence, creativity, and deeper mathematical thinking.

    • Develop advanced problem-solving and logical reasoning skills

    • Experience challenging Olympiad-style mathematics

    • Build confidence in tackling unfamiliar and complex problems

    • Explore mathematics beyond the standard school curriculum

    • Connect with a wider community of talented young mathematicians

  • MOG is well suited to Year 11–13 girls who enjoy mathematics, problem solving, and tackling challenging questions beyond the standard classroom curriculum.Year 11–13 students
    Girls with a strong interest in mathematics
    Students who enjoy logical thinking and creative problem solving
    Those looking for a greater academic challenge
    Students interested in Olympiad-style mathematics and competitions

  • Students should prepare by developing confidence with non-routine problems and practising clear mathematical reasoning rather than focusing only on speed or memorised methods.

    • Practise past MOG and Olympiad-style problems

    • Review key topics such as algebra, geometry, number theory and combinatorics

    • Focus on explaining solutions clearly and logically

    • Practise working without a calculator

    • Develop persistence when tackling unfamiliar multi-step problems

    • Review official solutions to learn different problem-solving approaches

    • Use timed practice occasionally to become comfortable with the 2.5-hour format

  • MOG is a 2.5-hour written Olympiad consisting of five challenging problems. The paper combines short-answer questions with problems requiring clear, fully explained mathematical solutions and reasoning.

    • 2.5-hour written competition

    • 5 Olympiad-style problems

    • Includes short-answer and full-solution questions

    • Emphasis on reasoning, proof and clear mathematical communication

    • Partial credit may be awarded for meaningful progress

  • MOG recognises strong mathematical performance through certificates, medals, and prizes, with award thresholds based on overall competition results each year.

    • Certificate of Distinction: awarded to approximately the top 25% of participants

    • Certificate of Merit: awarded to approximately the next 40%

    • Certificate of Participation: awarded to students below the Merit threshold

    • From 2026: approximately the top 70 scorers may receive Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals

    • Medal recipients also receive a book prize

    • Award thresholds may vary from year to year (ukmt.org.uk)

  • MOG introduces students to advanced Olympiad mathematics and provides a strong foundation for progression to competitions such as BMO1 and further mathematical enrichment opportunities.

  • Students should prepare by developing confidence with non-routine problems and practising clear mathematical reasoning rather than focusing only on speed or memorised methods.

    • Practise past MOG and Olympiad-style problems

    • Review key topics such as algebra, geometry, number theory and combinatorics

    • Focus on explaining solutions clearly and logically

    • Practise working without a calculator

    • Develop persistence when tackling unfamiliar multi-step problems

    • Review official solutions to learn different problem-solving approaches

    • Use timed practice occasionally to become comfortable with the 2.5-hour format

Resources & Downloads

Access all available competition information, preparation materials, past papers and official documents.

Past Paper

AMO 2025 Preliminary

Year: 2025

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Past Paper

AMO 2025 Preliminary

Year: 2025

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