Online applications are invited for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad 2023 [CTMO] for Teachers Teaching Classes 1 to 10!

About the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad

Evaluating & improving proficiency in the subjects that one teaches is never a bad idea. The same goes for teachers who teach Mathematics as a subject.

With the emergence of schools, opportunities are infinite for Mathematics educators & to encash these teachers must possess excellent proficiency. 

Appearing for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad certification test will help teachers to become competent professionals in the teaching field & is an excellent opportunity to evaluate & sharpen their current proficiency level in Mathematics subject. The teachers are tested on the practical aspects of the subject.

Important Information About the Olympiad

Categories for ExamsStage I (Grades 1-3), Stage II (Grades 4-6), Stage III (Grades 7-8) & Stage IV (Grades 9-10)
EligibilityAspiring, in-service, retired, home tutors, entrepreneurs (who want to open a school) can appear
Mode of ExaminationOnline
Exam DatesStage I (Grades 1-3): Oct 17, 2023Stage II (Grades 4-6): Oct 18, 2023Stage III (Grades 7-8): Oct 19, 2023Stage IV (Grades 9-10): Oct 21, 2023
Mode of RegistrationIndividual
FeeINR 225 (India based candidates) / USD 15 (International candidates) per stage
Exam Levels1 Level exam only
Type of QuestionsMultiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Stages of CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO)

CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) can be taken by teachers who teach Stage I (Grades 1-3), Stage II (Grades 4-6), Stage III (Grades 7-8) & Stage IV (Grades 9-10) students.

Fees of CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad

The fee for CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) certification is Rs. 225 (India-based candidates)/USD 15 (International candidates) per stage. The fee also includes a Free Trial.

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Syllabus of CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad

The syllabus of different stages for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) is mentioned below:

Syllabus of Stage I (Grades 1-3)

Numbers, Operations and algebraic thinking, Number and operations in base ten, Numbers and operations – Fractions, Measurements, Patterns, Geometry.

Syllabus of Stage II (Grades 4-6)

Number system, Numbers and operations – Fractions, Numbers and operations – Decimals, Expressions and equations, Measurements, Ratio and proportion, Geometry, Statistics and data handling.

Syllabus of Stage III (Grades 7-8)

Number system, Expressions and equations, Comparing quantities, Coordinate geometry, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics and data handling.

Syllabus of Stage IV (Grades 9-10)

Number system, Expressions and equations, Comparing quantities, Coordinate geometry, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics and data handling.

Marking Scheme

The syllabus of different stages for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) is mentioned below: 

StagesTopic/ SectionNo. of QuestionsMarks per QuestionTotal Marks
For Stages I-IV (Grades 1-10)Practical MathematicsAchiever’s Section30203690120
Grand Total 50 210
The total duration of the exam is 60 minutes.

Note: For every incorrect answer, there’s a penalty of 1/3rd of the total marks allotted to that question. Since there are multiple papers administered, marks will be normalised.

Preparation for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad

Candidates must attempt these exams with the current level of knowledge that they have in the subject to best analyze their proficiency level. Still, if teachers feel to refer to some preparation resources, then they can refer:

Regular School books or CREST Mathematics Olympiad Workbook(s).

Sample papers: The sample paper pdf of different stages for the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) can be downloaded using the below links:

How to Register?

Candidates are required to follow a few steps to register for the Teacher Mathematics Olympiad. Check now the complete registration process for CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO).

Click here to view the official notification of the CREST Teacher Mathematics Olympiad (CTMO) for Teachers Teaching Classes 1 to 10 [Oct 17 to 21].

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