Vietnam IMC

About the Competition

The International Mathematics Competition (IMC) consists of two main divisions:

EMIC – Key Stage II Division (Upper Primary Education)
IWYMIC – Key Stage III Division (Lower Secondary Education)

Both divisions include individual and team contests. All participants are required to compete in both formats, encouraging a well-rounded mathematical experience.

Origin of IWYMIC: The International World Youth Mathematics Competition (IWYMIC) was first held in 1999 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Initiated by Professor Leou Hsian of Kaohsiung National Normal University, the competition was designed for junior high school students who showed exceptional interest in mathematics. During the early years, teams primarily came from Southeast Asia. Over time, the competition grew internationally, with different countries hosting the event annually.

Origin of EMIC: EMIC began in 2003 under the guidance of Dr. Kajornpai Pramote from the Ministry of Education of Thailand. The first edition was supported by a Buddhist temple and attended by students from 14 countries. Between 2003 and 2007, EMIC was hosted in rotation by countries such as India, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Hong Kong.

In 2008, the Ministry of Education of Thailand brought the two divisions together under one umbrella, officially naming the unified event the International Mathematics Competition (IMC). Since then, IMC has become a prestigious platform celebrating mathematical excellence among young students from around the globe.

Important Links

Name	Link
IMC Committee	Open
VIMC Information	Open
Syllabus	Open
Past Problems	Open

Vietnam IMC Schedule

Period of Application and Procedure

Each participating city or country must apply for participation in VIMC 2025.

Proposed Time Table Date

Deadlines	Description
15 May 2025	Submit the application form by email to: vimc2025@ieg.vn
01 Jun 2025	Submit proposed questions by email to: chiuchang.tw@gmail.com
15 Jul 2025	Complete registration online for all members
01 Aug 2025	Submit cultural videos or music online (maximum 3 minutes)
01 Aug 2025	Submit travel details online

Event Schedule

Date		Leaders	Deputy Team Leaders / Students	Accompany person
Thursday, 14/8/2025	Morning	Arrivals / Registration
	Afternoon	Arrivals / Registration
	Evening	Leaders' meeting	Free time	Free time
Friday, 15/8/2025	Morning	Translation of paper	Puzzle Challenge	Free time
	Afternoon	Opening Ceremony
	Evening	Free time
Saturday, 16/8/2025	Morning	Sight-seeing	Individual / Team Contest	Sight-seeing
	Afternoon	Culture Night
	Evening	Sign-to-seeing
Sunday, 17/8/2025	Morning	Marking paper	Sight-seeing	Sight-seeing
	Afternoon	Marking paper	Sight-seeing	Sight-seeing
	Evening	Free time
Monday, 18/8/2025	Morning	Moderation	Team building activities
	Afternoon	Awarding Ceremony
	Evening	Farewell Party
Tuesday, 19/8/2025	All day			Departures