Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO) Exam Preparation

• What is SASMO 2025?
• How to Participate in SASMO?
• SASMO Syllabus 2025
• Exam Pattern 2025
• Exam Dates 2025
• How to Prepare for SASMO?
• Sample Papers
• Previous Year Paper
• Awards & Recognition
• Other International Olympiads
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is SASMO 2025?

The Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad (SASMO) is one of the largest international maths competitions in Asia, designed for students from Grades 2 to 10. SASMO aims to nurture young mathematical talents by encouraging analytical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills.

Participating in SASMO helps students improve their school mathematics performance, develops their Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), and provides valuable early exposure to international-level competitions. SASMO 2025 expects participation from over 35,000 students representing more than 25 countries worldwide.

How to Participate in SASMO?

Students can join SASMO either individually or through their schools.

Participation through Schools:

• Schools registered with SASMO receive the official invitation.
• Students can register through their schools by submitting fees directly (cash or EduSave).
• Schools submit the student registrations online via the official portal or email: [email protected].
• Schools can opt for online or paper-based exams, subject to SASMO guidelines.

Individual Participation:

• Students registering individually must participate online.
• A desktop or laptop with a functional webcam is mandatory.
• Register via the official SASMO portal: https://form.simcc.org/.

SASMO Syllabus 2025

Grade 1-4 (Primary 1-4)

• Arithmetic and Statistics
• Geometry and Mensuration
• Solving word problems using model method (or any other non-algebraic methods)
• Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and simple cryptarithms)

Grade 5-6 (Primary 5-6)

• Arithmetic and Statistics
• Geometry and Mensuration
• Solving word problems using model method (or any other methods, including algebra)
• Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and cryptarithms)

Grade 7 (Secondary 1)

• Arithmetic and Algebra
• Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
• Statistics
• Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and cryptarithms)

Grade 8 (Secondary 2)

• Arithmetic and Algebra
• Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
• Pythagoras’ Theorem
• Statistics
• Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and cryptarithms)

Grade 9-12 (Secondary 3-4, JC 1/2)

• Arithmetic and Algebra
• Geometry, Graphs and Mensuration
• Pythagoras’ Theorem and Trigonometry
• Statistics and Probability
• Non-routine problem solving (including number patterns, divisibility tests, spatial visualisation, logic problems and cryptarithms)

Exam Pattern 2025

• Total Questions: 25
• Exam Duration: 90 minutes
• Languages Available: English, Bahasa, Chinese

Section Breakdown:

• Section A: 15 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Correct answer: +2 points, Wrong answer: -1 point, Unanswered: 0 points.
• Section B: 10 Non-MCQ Questions. Correct answer: +4 points, Wrong/Unanswered: 0 points.

Each student begins with a baseline of 15 points. The maximum achievable score is 85.

Exam Dates 2025

• School-based Exams: 7th March to 7th April 2025
• Individual Exams: 29th March 2025

How to Prepare for SASMO?

• Understand exam structure and syllabus thoroughly.
• Follow a dedicated study schedule.
• Practise regularly with SASMO sample papers and past year questions.
• Join specialised preparation courses such as Olympiad Success 1-1 Live Classes, which provide comprehensive coverage of SASMO syllabus, live expert-led classes, tailored study materials, and mock tests.

SASMO Sample Papers

Download the latest SASMO sample papers for Grades 2 to 10 from below and start practising today!

SASMO Previous Year Paper

Click below to access previous year question papers pdf and boost your confidence.

Awards & Recognition

• Gold Medal: Top 8%
• Silver Medal: Next 12%
• Bronze Medal: Next 20%
• Honourable Mention: Next 10%
• Certificate of Participation: Remaining participants
• Perfect Score Award: Special medal & RM200 cash prize per student (total cap RM2000)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is SASMO?

SASMO stands for Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad. It is an international mathematics competition designed to challenge students from Grade 1 to Grade 11.

2. Who can participate in SASMO?

Students from Grades 1 to 11 can participate in SASMO. The exam is open to students from all countries.

3. How is the SASMO exam conducted?

The SASMO exam is conducted either online or offline through schools and exam partners. The format includes multiple-choice and short-answer questions.

4. What topics are covered in SASMO?

SASMO tests logical reasoning, problem-solving, and mathematical thinking. It includes questions from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and puzzles appropriate to each grade level.

5. How can I prepare for SASMO?

You can prepare for SASMO by solving previous year papers, taking mock tests, and joining online Olympiad classes focused on competitive math.