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Tashkent International Mathematics Olympiad — A Reflection of Educational Quality
April 19 , 2026
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The second stage of the “TasIMO–2026” International Mathematics Olympiad is being conducted across the country at a high organizational level.
This stage plays a crucial role in identifying gifted students, ensuring transparent assessment of their knowledge, and fostering a strong intellectual reserve that will contribute to the advancement of science.
The Olympiad is being held simultaneously in offline format across 14 regions, at leading educational institutions in regional centers, in two shifts. A total of 4,288 students from grades 3 to 11—selected based on outstanding performance in the preliminary stage—are participating. The tasks are designed to evaluate students’ logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and depth of knowledge.
Equal conditions are ensured for all participants, while transparent and fair assessment mechanisms are applied throughout the process. The high level of motivation demonstrated by participants reflects the growing interest in science and education among the younger generation. Based on the results of this stage, the strongest participants will advance to the final round.
For reference: The Tashkent International Mathematics Olympiad is organized by the International Nordic University and the IDC Education Center in cooperation with the Ministry of Preschool and School Education of the Republic of Uzbekistan, UNICEF, Rowan University (USA), Karelia University of Applied Sciences (Finland), UzReport TV, and Asia Alliance Bank, among other partners. The Olympiad is being held for the third time in 2026.
The Tashkent regional stage is hosted by the International Nordic University. In the first shift, students of grades 5–8 participated.
The second shift (14:00) will bring together students of grades 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11.
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