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Preparation Tips for Level 2 International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) Exam

Update on: 06 Jan 2025, 10:00 AM

MTG would first like to congratulate all the students who passed the SOF IMO Level 1 exam and are now qualified for the SOF IMO Level 2 exam. The level 2 IMO exam is all set to be conducted on second week of February 2025. Itโ€™s now time to efficiently and quickly start studying for the IMO Level 2 Olympiad exam which is going to be tougher and trickier. The Science Olympiad Foundation, the biggest and most renowned Olympiad organisation in the world, attracts millions of students from over 100 countries each year. The SOF is known for being the oldest Olympiad organising body that updates and improves with

SOF IMO has level 2 for students in classes 3 to 12. The syllabus of IMO level 2 is the same as level 1, so students should not ignore their level 1 study material. However, level 2 is more difficult than level 1. Some intelligent students struggle with level 2 because they don’t have the skills to tackle the exam. Level 2 requires applying multiple concepts and using different types of intelligence. It is recommended to use study materials from reputable publishers like MTG publications, as they are the official content partner for SOF.

Preparation Tips for Level 2 International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) Exam

How to Prepare for IMO Level 2

Here are some preparation tips that will help your kid to crack the IMO exam in a more confident way.

  • Make A Plan & Donโ€™t Waste Any Time

Create an IMO prep schedule with 5 study days and an evaluation day. Organize your revision process or timeline for effective time management. Plan ahead to avoid wasting time. Study in a peaceful setting and avoid distractions like chatting with friends or indulging in hobbies. Stay focused and motivated as no one else will do it for you.

Check out –ย How to Prepare For SOF Level 2 Olympiads The Right Way

  • Get a tutor for IMO Level 2 preparation

The key necessity is a teacher to guide and support you as you prepare. So, what better way to enhance your analytical thinking than joiningย Olympiad Crash Course Level-2 Live Online Classes, led by a qualified tutor familiar with the exam format. Register now forย IMO Level 2 MTG online Olympiad classes.

  • Understand the Exam

The IMO Olympiads syllabus and exam pattern should be embedded in your mind. The IMO pattern is completely different from your school exams and uses an objective-type question format rather than a subjective or other format. To find out the exam format for your particular class, go to the Science Olympiad Foundationโ€™s official website at www.sofworld.org.

  • Evaluation of Preparation & Progress is a Must

Practice the real SOF IMO level 2 exam questions if you understand the math concepts in each chapter. Solve the questions from MTGโ€™s IMO Level 2 Olympiad Previous Yearsโ€™ Papers eBook, which contains solved question papers from the past 5 years. This will help you gain confidence and familiarity with the exam, as well as improve your problem-solving skills and speed.

  • No Preparation is Complete without Sample Papers

Practice the real SOF IMO level 2 exam questions if you understand the math concepts in each chapter. Solve the questions from MTGโ€™s IMO Level 2 Olympiad Previous Yearsโ€™ Papers eBook, which contains solved question papers from the past 5 years. This will help you gain confidence and familiarity with the exam, as well as improve your problem-solving skills and speed.

You will also like –ย Advanced Guide for SOF Level 2 Olympiads Preparation

  • Finally, know where you stand

After preparing, practicing, and evaluating, take a similar exam to the SOF IMO Level 2 exam. This exam consists of three papers that are identical in pattern to the SOF Olympiads. Test your knowledge and progress with MTG’s Level 2 All-India Online Mock Test Series. This will provide you with real-time experience of the SOF Olympiad exams and help you prepare for the actual SOF exam.

IMO Level-2 Books (class 1 to 12)

To succeed in your SOF International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) Level 2 exam, you must make a conscious effort. The Olympiad preparation advice listed above should assist you in understanding โ€œHow to prepare for the SOF National Science Olympiad Level 2 Exam.โ€

Must Check – Useful information about the SOF Level-2 Olympiads

All the Best!

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  1. Nicely described how to grab level 2 exam. My daughter also qualified for IMO level 2 exam class 3. She followed MTG resources for IMO level 1 exam. Really it was helpful.

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