Numbers up to 100 Addition & Subtraction within 100 Division within 20 Heuristics Skills Length Money Multiplication within 40 Numbers to 100 Ordinal Numbers Picture Graphs Time

Numbers up to 1000 Addition & Subtraction within 1000 Fractions Heuristics Skills Length Mass Volume Money Division within Multiplication tables of 2,3,4,5,10 Multiplication tables of 2,3,4,5,10 Picture Graphs with Scales Time 2D & 3D Shapes

Addition and Subtraction Within 10 000 Multiplication tables of 2 to 10 Division Within Multiplication tables of 2 to 10 Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles Equivalent Fractions Addition and Subtraction of Fractions Heuristics Skills Length Mass Money Numbers to 10 000 Tables and Graphs Time

4 Operations of Whole Numbers Angles Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles 4 Operations of Decimals Factors and Multiples Addition and Subtraction of Fractions Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions Fractions of a set Heuristics Skills Length Mass Money Numbers to 100 000 Properties of Squares and Rectangles Time Tables and Line Graphs

4 Operations of Decimals 4 Operations of Whole Numbers Angles Area of Triangles Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles Average Fractions of a set 4 Operations of Fractions Tables and Line Graphs Heuristics Skills Mass Percentage Rate Ratio Properties of Triangles Properties of Parallelograms and Trapeziums Volume of Cube and Cuboid

Operations of Whole Numbers 4 Operations of Fractions 4 Operations of Decimals Percentage Volume Algebra Angles Area Area and Circumference of Circles Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles Area of Triangles Average Heuristics Skills Length Percentage Properties of Quadrilaterals Properties of Triangles Rate Ratio Volume Volume of Cube and Cuboid Tables and Line Graphs

What is SMC?

What is SMC(Singapore Math Challenge)?

Created by Singapore’s MOE to showcase top math practices.

Quick Facts

Grades: 1 to 11
Duration: 90 minutes
Mode: Online
Date: TBA (2025)
Language: English
Medallists qualify for SMGF
Register via school or solo

The Process

Exam Format

Calculator is not allowed for Primary 1–4 and allowed for grades 5-12

The Syllabus

PRIMARY 1 / GRADE 1

Numbers up to 100
Addition & Subtraction within 100
Division within 20
Heuristics Skills
Length
Money
Multiplication within 40
Numbers to 100
Ordinal Numbers
Picture Graphs
Time

PRIMARY 2 / GRADE 2

Numbers up to 1000
Addition & Subtraction within 1000
Fractions
Heuristics Skills
Length
Mass
Volume
Money
Division within Multiplication tables of 2,3,4,5,10
Multiplication tables of 2,3,4,5,10
Picture Graphs with Scales
Time
2D & 3D Shapes

PRIMARY 3 / GRADE 3

Addition and Subtraction Within 10 000
Multiplication tables of 2 to 10
Division Within Multiplication tables of 2 to 10
Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles
Equivalent Fractions
Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Heuristics Skills
Length
Mass
Money
Numbers to 10 000
Tables and Graphs
Time

PRIMARY 4 / GRADE 4

4 Operations of Whole Numbers
Angles
Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles
4 Operations of Decimals
Factors and Multiples
Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions
Fractions of a set
Heuristics Skills
Length
Mass
Money
Numbers to 100 000
Properties of Squares and Rectangles
Time
Tables and Line Graphs

PRIMARY 5 / GRADE 5

4 Operations of Decimals
4 Operations of Whole Numbers
Angles
Area of Triangles
Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles
Average
Fractions of a set
4 Operations of Fractions
Tables and Line Graphs
Heuristics Skills
Mass
Percentage
Rate
Ratio
Properties of Triangles
Properties of Parallelograms and Trapeziums
Volume of Cube and Cuboid

PRIMARY 6 / GRADE 6

Operations of Whole Numbers
4 Operations of Fractions
4 Operations of Decimals
Percentage
Volume
Algebra
Angles
Area
Area and Circumference of Circles
Area and Perimeter of Squares and Rectangles
Area of Triangles
Average
Heuristics Skills
Length
Percentage
Properties of Quadrilaterals
Properties of Triangles
Rate
Ratio
Volume
Volume of Cube and Cuboid
Tables and Line Graphs

SECONDARY 1 / GRADE 7

Addition and Subtraction of Linear Expressions
Algebra and Algebraic Manipulation
Algebraic Fractions
Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Polygons
Approximation and Estimation
Area and Perimeter of Plane Figures
Inequalities
Linear Equations
Linear Functions and Graphs
Percentage
Primes, Highest Common Factors, Lowest Common Multiples , Square and Cube Roots
Rate and Speed
Ratio
Real Numbers and their Four Operations
Approximation and Estimation
Number Patterns
Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and Cylinders
Analysis and Interpretations of Tables, Pictograms, Pie Charts, Line and Bar Graphs

SECONDARY 2 / GRADE 8

Algebra and Algebraic Manipulation
Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Polygons
Approximation and Estimation
Congruent and Similar Figures
Direct and Indirect Proportions
Expansion and Factorisation of Quadratic Expressions
Four Operations of Algebraic Fractions
Graphs of Quadratic Functions
Linear Equations
Linear Functions and Graphs
Linear Inequalities
Map and Scales
Number Patterns
Percentage
Primes, Highest Common Factors, Lowest Common Multiples , Square and Cube Roots
Probability of Single Events
Pythagoras’ Theorem
Quadratic Equations
Number Patterns
Rate and Speed
Ratio
Simultaneous Equations
Trigonometric Ratios
Analysis and Interpretations of Tables, Pictograms, Pie Charts, Dot Diagrams, Histograms, Stem-and-Leaf Diagrams, Line and Bar Graphs
Mean, Mode and Median
Volume and Surface Area of Prism & Cylinder
Volume and Surface Area of Pyramids, Cones and Spheres

SECONDARY 3 / GRADE 9

Algebra and Algebraic Manipulation
Algebraic Fractions
Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Polygons
Applications of Trigonometry
Approximation and Estimation
Arc Length, Sector Area and Radian Measure
Area and Perimeter of Plane Figures
Congruence and Similarity
Coordinate Geometry
Data Handling and Analysis
Expansion and Factorisation of Quadratic Expressions
Functions and Graphs
Further Trigonometry
Indices and Standard Form
Linear Equations
Linear Inequalities
Map and Scales
Number Patterns
Percentage
Primes, Highest Common Factors, Lowest Common Multiples , Square and Cube Roots
Probability of Single and Combined Events
Pythagoras’ Theorem
Quadratic Equations
Rate and Speed
Ratio
Direct and Indirect Proportions
Real Numbers and their Four Operations
Simultaneous Equations
Volume and Surface Area of Prism & Cylinder
Volume and Surface Area of Pyramids, Cones and Spheres

SECONDARY 4, 5 & JC / GRADE 10/11

Algebra and Algebraic Manipulation
Algebraic Fractions
Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Polygons
Applications of Trigonometry
Approximation and Estimation
Arc Length, Sector Area and Radian Measure
Area and Perimeter of Plane Figures
Congruence and Similarity
Coordinate Geometry
Data Handling and Analysis
Expansion and Factorisation of Quadratic Expres- sions
Functions and Graphs
Further Trigonometry
Indices and Standard Form
Linear Equations
Linear Inequalities
Map and Scales
Number Patterns
Percentage
Primes, Highest Common Factors, Lowest Common Multiples , Square and Cube Roots
Probability of Single and Combined Events
Pythagoras’ Theorem
Quadratic Equations
Rate and Speed
Ratio
Direct and Indirect Proportions
Real Numbers and their Four Operations
Simultaneous Equations
Volume and Surface Area of Prism & Cylinder
Volume and Surface Area of Pyramids, Cones and Spheres
Set and Set Notation
Matrices
Vectors In Two Dimensions

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Program Highlights

Awards and Recognition

Medal winners get physical awards; all participants receive E-certificates and performance reports. Top scorers qualify for the Singapore Math Global Finals (SMGF).

Gold Medal

Top 8% of Participants

Silver Medal

Next 12% of Participants

Bronze Medal

Next 20% of Participants

Honorable Mention

Next 10% of Participants

Certificate of Participation

Awarded to All Participants

Perfect Score Award

Full Marks + Additional Prizes

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Singapore Math Competition (SMC)?

The Singapore Math Competition (SMC) is an internationally recognized math Olympiad that challenges students in Grades 2 to 10 through advanced problem-solving, logical reasoning, and conceptual application. The competition is based on the globally respected Singapore Math curriculum, known for its emphasis on critical thinking and deep understanding.

Who can participate in the SMC?

Students from Grades 1 to 11 studying under CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB, or any State Board are eligible to participate. The exam is open to students across India and internationally.

What syllabus does the SMC follow?

The SMC follows a Singapore Math-based syllabus that blends core arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and logical reasoning. It goes beyond regular school textbooks to test students on problem-solving strategies, pattern recognition, and real-world applications. Check the entire list here.

Why should you give Math Olympiad exams like the SMC?

Participating in math Olympiads offers several long-term academic and cognitive benefits:

Sharpens critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Builds mathematical confidence and interest in the subject

Strengthens exam performance through exposure to non-routine questions

Improves competitive edge for school and national-level exams

Provides international recognition through awards and rankings

How is the Singapore Math Competition (SMC) different from Indian math Olympiad exams?

While Indian math Olympiads like IOM or IMO focus on syllabus-based assessment aligned with CBSE, ICSE, and State Boards, the SMC emphasizes international standards and problem-solving depth.
Key differences include:

Singapore Math curriculum vs. traditional Indian syllabi

Greater focus on model-based and visual problem solving

Real-world math applications over rote calculations

Inclusion of global benchmarking, with students competing internationally

How can I prepare for the SMC exam?

To prepare effectively:

Practice with Singapore Math-style worksheets and books

Strengthen problem-solving and analytical thinking

Take mock exams and time-based quizzes

Join Olympiad-focused coaching programs or workshops (link to math Olympiad prep series)

Is the SMC conducted online or offline?

The Singapore Math Competition is typically conducted online under supervision, but formats may vary based on regional partnerships and participating centers.

How do I register for the SMC?

You can register through your school, authorized training center, or official SMC partner in India. Individual registrations may also be accepted depending on your location.

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