Math Kangaroo International Mathematical Competition 2022-23
Math Kangaroo (also known as International Mathematical Kangaroo, or Kangourou sans frontières in French) is an international mathematical competition where over 92 countries are represented. There are twelve levels of participation, ranging from grade 1 to grade 12.
| Contest Name | Math Kangaroo International Mathematical Competition 2022-23 |
| Organized By | Math Kangaroo |
| Who Can Participate | Grade 1 to Grade 12 |
| Exam Date | 9th April to 17th April 2023 |
| Last Date | 31/03/2023 |
| Register Here | https://www.mathkangaroo.in/ |
Math Kangaroo Competition Exam Categories
** In India Math Kangaroo Contest, students compete in 12 categories. Students of Grade 1 and Grade 2 will take the same test paper Pre-Ecolier but will be ranked separately.
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** Paper taken by grade 1 students is being named as Pre-Ecolier-1 whereas paper taken by students of grade 2 is being named as Pre-Ecolier-2. Same applies for Grade 3, 4; Grade 5, 6; Grade 7, 8; Grade 9, 10 and Grade 11, 12 students.
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| Categories | School Level | Number of questions | Maximum Time | Maximum Score |
| Pre Ecolier 1 | Grade 1 | 24 | 90 minutes | 96 |
| Pre Ecolier 2 | Grade 2 | 24 | 90 minutes | 96 |
| Ecolier 1 | Grade 3 | 24 | 90 minutes | 96 |
| Ecolier 2 | Grade 4 | 24 | 90 minutes | 96 |
| Benjamin 1 | Grade 5 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Benjamin 2 | Grade 6 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Cadet 1 | Grade 7 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Cadet 2 | Grade 8 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Junior 1 | Grade 9 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Junior 2 | Grade 10 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Student 1 | Grade 11 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
| Student 2 | Grade 12 | 30 | 90 minutes | 120 |
MKC Exam Format
** This is a 90-minute exam. For Grades 5 to 12, there will be 30 questions worth 120 points, and for Grades 1 to 4, there will be 24 questions worth 96 points. Each question contains five MCQ-based options.
** Individually registered students can only take the online exam, & Schools interested in participating in the Mathematical Kangaroo Competition can apply through both offline and online mode.
** For participants who registered offline, the contest will be conducted by the designated contact person at the student’s school.
** They will be given an answer sheet (OMR Sheet) to write their response on. They can use a blank sheet for calculation and, after the exam, it must be handed back to the proctor or invigilator.
** Pre Ecolier-1 and Pre Ecolier-2 students will take the same test paper but will be ranked separately. Same applies for Ecolier-1 & 2; Benjamin-1 & 2; Cadet- 1&2; Junior-1 & 2 and Student-1 & 2.
** 1 point will be deducted for each incorrect answer, and no penalty for skipping a question.
** During the exam, pencils, pens, erasers, rulers, and other geometrical instruments are allowed.
** Instruments or gadgets like calculators, smart watches, etc. are strictly prohibited.
** The first-round perfect scorer will appear in the Final round of competition.
Scoring System
Pre-Ecolier and Ecolier (Grade- 1 to 4)
The test for Pre-Ecolier 1 & 2 (Grade-1 & 2) and Ecolier-1 & 2 (Grade-3 & 4) is of 90 minute duration and contains 24 questions with 8 questions per section & five options for each question.
Easy : 3 points for each correct answer.
Medium : 4 points for each correct answer.
Hard : 5 points for each correct answer.
Maximum Score : 96 points.
Benjamin, Cadet, Junior and Student (Grade 5 to 12)
The test for Benjamin – 1 & 2 (Grade – 5 & 6), Cadet- 1 & 2 (Grade – 7 & 8), Junior -1 & 2 (Grade – 9 & 10), and Student (Grade 11 & 12) is of 90 minutes duration and contains 30 questions with 10 questions per section & five options for each question.
Easy : 3 points for each correct answer.
Medium : 4 points for each correct answer.
Hard : 5 points for each correct answer.
Maximum Score : 120 points.
Awards & Prize
** Gold medals will be awarded to the top 5% of competitors; silver medals will be awarded to the next top 10% of competitors, and bronze medals will be awarded to the next top 10% of competitors. All medalists will be presented with merit certificates. Others will receive a participation or appreciation certificate.
** Only an e-certificate will be given for appreciation and participation.
** In the final round of competition, the first-round perfect scorer will compete. Students who score higher than 95% in the final round will receive a Perfect Score Award, a Gold Medal, and $100 in cash.
