UKMT Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC)

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Paper format only. Additional dates include 1 Apr 2026 (Braille/large print order), 29 Apr 2026 (downloadable paper purchase), and 30 Apr 2026 (paper answer sheet upload deadline). Competition pathway image: - JMC is aimed at Year 8 and below in England/Wales, with equivalent groups elsewhere and overseas eligibility wording. - It is school-entry, so families should ask the maths department rather than trying to register independently. - It rewards logical reasoning, visual thinking and careful reading more than advanced syllabus content. - Strong scores can lead to Junior Kangaroo or Junior Mathematical Olympiad follow-on rounds. - Preparation should use past questions, mistake review and short regular puzzle practice.

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Source URLs

• https://ukmt.org.uk/junior-challenges/junior-mathematical-challenge
• https://ukmt.org.uk/junior-challenges/junior-mathematical-challenge#key-dates

Why this listing is included

• Competition date listed as Wednesday 29 April 2026.
• Eligibility listed as Year 8 and below (England/Wales/Overseas), S2 or below (Scotland), and Year 9 or below (Northern Ireland).
• Format listed as 25 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes.
• Online competitions are no longer available; competitions are sat in paper format.
• Deadlines include 1 Apr (Braille/large print), 8 Apr (posted papers), 29 Apr (downloadable papers), 30 Apr (answer sheet upload).

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