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Students of Indian Statistical Institute Present

MTRP 2026

Mathematics Talent Reward Program

March 14, 2026

Get a chance to attend a unique spring camp organized by ISI students
Top performers in Junior & Senior sections are invited to ISI Kolkata
Register Now View Past and Sample Papers

About MTRP

The Mathematics Talent Reward Program (MTRP) is a prestigious mathematics competition designed to identify and nurture young mathematical talent across India. Conducted by the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, this program challenges students with elegant and thought-provoking mathematical problems.

A platform to showcase intellectual brilliance for high school students, coupled with attractive cash incentive and an opportunity to attend an exciting camp at the campus, MTRP is easily one of the most significant pan India math competitions at the high school level. It celebrates the brightest young minds across three age categories. If you derive pleasure from solving puzzles, this event is for you!

Event Poster

MTRP Poster

Event Brochure

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Eligibility & Sections

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Sub-Junior Section

Students in Grade 5-7

View Syllabus →
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Junior Section

Students in Grade 8-10

View Syllabus →
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Senior Section

Students in Grade 11-12

View Syllabus →
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Exam Date

March 14, 2026

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Duration

3 Hours

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Entry Fee

₹249 - ₹349

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Spring Camp

March 28-29, 2026

Past and Sample Papers

View Past Year Senior Papers
View Past Year Junior Papers
View Sample Sub-Junior Papers

Sub-Junior Category Syllabus

For students in Grade 5-7

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Number Systems & Basics

  • Number System (rationals, irrationals, reals)
  • Unitary Method
  • Mixture & Proportion
  • Percentage
  • Simple & Compound Interest
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Algebra

  • Like and unlike terms
  • Operations on algebraic expressions
  • Polynomials & Factorization
  • Algebraic Formulae
  • Equation Building and Word Problems
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Number Theory

  • GCD (Greatest Common Divisor)
  • Divisibility rules
  • Congruency basics
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Geometry

  • Lines and angles
  • Triangles
  • Circles
  • Mensuration
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Combinatorics & Sequences

  • Basic Counting (addition & multiplication)
  • Arithmetic Progression
  • Geometric Progression
  • Puzzles

Junior Category Syllabus

For students in Grade 8-10

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Number Theory

  • Divisibility and Primes
  • GCD and Division Algorithm
  • Bezout's Theorem
  • Congruence & Base Systems
  • Fermat and Euler's theorem
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Combinatorics

  • Basic Counting Principles
  • Permutations and Combinations
  • Permutations with Repetitions
  • Inclusion Exclusion Principle
  • Pigeonhole Principle
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Geometry

  • Congruence of Triangles
  • Ruler and Compass Constructions
  • Similarity & Midpoint Theorem
  • Ceva Menelaus Theorems
  • Circle Properties & Angle Chasing
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Algebra

  • Set Theory & Induction
  • Linear Equations & Word Problems
  • Inequalities (AM-GM-HM, Cauchy-Schwarz)
  • Polynomial Operations & Division
  • Quadratic Equations & Vieta's Relations

Senior Category Syllabus

For students in Grade 11-12

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Number Theory

  • Divisibility and Primes
  • GCD & Bezout's Theorem
  • Congruence and Inverses
  • Fermat and Euler's Theorems
  • Wilson & Chinese Remainder Theorems
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Combinatorics

  • Permutations and Combinations
  • Inclusion Exclusion & Pigeonhole
  • Recurrences
  • Invariance & Monovariance
  • Extremal Principles
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Geometry & Trigonometry

  • Triangle & Circle Properties
  • Similarity & Area Ratios
  • Ceva Menelaus Theorems
  • Angle Chasing
  • Trigonometric Functions
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Algebra

  • Functional Equations
  • Advanced Inequalities (Jensen, Rearrangement)
  • Polynomial Division & GCD
  • Complex Numbers
  • Integer Polynomials
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Calculus

  • Rationals and Irrationals
  • Sequences and Series
  • Limits of Functions
  • Continuity & Differentiability
  • Elementary Integration

Important Dates Timeline

Registration Opens

December 1, 2025

Online portal goes live

Transaction Deadline

March 10, 2026 (23:59:59)

Last date for payment

Admit Cards

First Week of March

Sent via email

Examination Day

March 14, 2026

On-site and online (3 hours)

Answer Key

TBD

Official key to be published

Results

TBD

Final results announced

Spring Camp

March 28-29, 2026

At ISI Kolkata

Examination Details

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On-Site Examination

Pen & Paper
Date: March 14, 2026
Duration: 3 Hours
Format: Objective + Subjective
Venue: Selected Schools & ISI

Key Points

  • Bring admit card and valid ID
  • Short justifications required
  • Top 20% advance to subjective
  • Available in English and Bengali
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Online Examination

Proctored
Date: March 14, 2026
Alternate: March 22 (ICSE/ISC only)
Duration: 3 Hours
Platform: Google Classroom

Key Points

  • Upload ID proof before exam
  • Use white or ruled booklet
  • Top 20% advance to subjective
  • ICSE/ISC: proof required for March 22

Registration Details

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Registration Fee

Sub-Junior Entry: ₹249
Junior Entry: ₹349
Senior Entry: ₹349
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How to Register

Online:

Fill form at integrationfest.in and pay via UPI

Offline:

Through selected schools (forms by committee)

Note: Corrections not available. Contact helpdesk for exceptional cases only.

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MTRP Problem Primer

A curated collection of elegant mathematical problems. Request through registration form. Postal delivery after committee confirmation.

Sub-Junior Primer: ₹150
Junior Primer: ₹200
Senior Primer: ₹200

Spring Camp 2026

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Exclusive Spring Camp at ISI Kolkata

Date: March 28-29, 2026

🎓 Organized by ISI Students
👨‍🏫 Talks by various professors from ISI and other institutions
🏛️ Guided campus tour (on-site attendees)
📊 Second level of MTRP on Day 2
🎁 Prize distribution ceremony
Selection: Top performers in Junior and Senior sections are invited. Online participants will attend it virtually. On-site participants may also request for online attendance.

Rules & Guidelines

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Eligibility

  • Sub-Junior: Grade 5-7
  • Junior: Grade 8-10
  • Senior: Grade 11-12
  • Must be currently enrolled in school
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Verification

  • Admit card and ID proof required
  • School ID or Aadhaar accepted
  • Upload before exam (online mode)
  • Discrepancy leads to cancellation
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Grading

  • Answer key to be released
  • Results will be announced
  • Separate merit lists per mode
  • All get participation certificates
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Medium

  • English and Bengali available
  • Choose during registration
  • Identical questions in both
  • Cannot change after registration
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Prizes

  • Sub-Junior: Exciting prizes
  • Junior & Senior: Combined scores
  • Special awards announced
  • All get participation certificates
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Exam Conduct

  • No calculators or devices
  • No notes or reference materials
  • Malpractice leads to cancellation
  • Follow invigilator instructions

Register for MTRP

Registration Portal

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