UKMT Team Maths Challenge (TMC)

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Mathematics

United Kingdom

Competition Overview

Eligible ages: 12 - 15

School level: Year 8-9 (England/Wales), S1-S3 (Scotland), Year 9-10 (Northern Ireland)

Competition stages: Regional finals season with progression to invitation-only national final

Registration method: School Only

Fee: GBP 50 per team

Online / in-person: In-person

Dates

Registration open: 1 Oct 2025

Registration deadline: 10 Jan 2026

Registration closed

Competition date start: 1 Feb 2026

Competition date end: 30 Jun 2026

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Competition Evaluation

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Suitable level: Intermediate Level
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Entry requirement: Qualification or invitation required

Skill demand: Moderate skill demand

Output: Short task

Preparation: Light preparation

Selection process: National selection

Recognition: National recognition


Why this level

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Last evaluated: 11 Jun 2026

Our Take

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Regional finals run from February to Easter break 2026 across UK venues. National Final is in June 2026. One team per centre; team size is 4.

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Last checked at: 4 Jul 2026

Verification status: Verified


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Why this listing is included
  • Registration opens in October 2025 via UKMT portal.
  • Regional Finals run from February to Easter break 2026.
  • National Final takes place in June 2026.
  • Team size is four with year-group caps by region.
  • One team per centre and entry fee is GBP 50 per team.
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