British Mathematical Olympiad Round 2
Rated Expert, BMO2 is a proof-based mathematics examination with four problems in three and a half hours. Secondary students enter through UKMT centres by qualification or school discretion. The central challenge is developing complete, clearly justified arguments for unfamiliar problems, while choosing where to invest limited examination time.
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗Competition overview
Key information
School level
Full-time secondary students; Year 13 and below in England, Wales and overseas, S6 and below in Scotland, Year 14 and below in Northern Ireland.
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
BMO2 follows BMO1 and contributes to selection for further training.
Fee
GBP 50 per discretionary entry; qualifying entries meeting the UK eligibility and threshold conditions are free.
Online / in-person
In-person
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
20 Jan 2027
Competition ends
21 Jan 2027
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Main sitting 20 January 2027; more than two hours ahead of GMT sit 21 January locally. Qualification and discretionary entry are both possible. UK-team nationality/residency requirements are separate. No general entry deadline was confirmed.