The competition aims to develop higher-order thinking skills, foster a passion for mathematics, and provide an excellent academic platform for talented students.
Program structure
Phase One
Applications are open from October 6, 2026, to December 12, 2026.
A proctored written test at around 50 test centers nationwide.
Phase one date: January 23, 2027
Locations: 50 test centers across General Education Departments nationwide, in addition to Jubail and Yanbu.
Phase Two
250 students qualify from Phase One for the final phase at KAUST: a three-day event with the final test, enrichment activities and an awards ceremony.
Final phase date: April 2 β 4, 2027
Location: KAUST, Thuwal
Grade levels
Grades 6 β 7
Grades 8 β 9
Grades 10 β 11
Requirements
The competition is open to students in grades 6 to 11, Saudi nationals and residents, at schools across the Kingdom. They compete in three tracks: grades 6β7, grades 8β9 and grades 10β11.
How to apply
Register online with the Apply now button on this page and pay the non-refundable registration fee of SAR 100. Registration is confirmed as soon as the fee is paid, and the invoice is emailed to the address used for payment. Details of Phase One are sent to registered students by email once registration closes.
Practice materials
New: every question of KMC 2026 solved step by step on video, in English and Arabic. Watch the video solutions
Grades 6 & 7
π KMC Practice Set 1
π KMC Practice Set 1 Solutions
π KMC Practice Set 2
π KMC Practice Set 2 Solutions
π KMC Sample Exam
Grades 8 & 9
π KMC Sample Questions
π KMC Sample Solutions
π KMC Answer Key
Grades 10 & 11
π KMC Sample Questions
π KMC Sample Solutions
π KMC Answer Key
Algebra problem-solving tutorial β grades 8 & 9
Geometry problem-solving tutorial β grades 8 & 9
Algebra problem-solving tutorial β grades 10 & 11
Geometry problem-solving tutorial β grades 10 & 11
Gallery
A glimpse of KMC 2025
Photos from KMC 2025
FAQs
What is the KAUST Mathematics Competition (KMC)?
The KAUST Mathematics Competition is a national mathematics competition organized by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). It targets students in Grades 6β11, both Saudi nationals and residents, studying in schools across the Kingdom. The competition aims to develop higher-order thinking skills, foster a love for mathematics, and provide an excellent academic platform for talented students.
Who can participate?
The competition is open to all students in Grades 6β11 (Saudi nationals and residents) from schools within the Kingdom.
How can students register for the competition?
Registration is done online via the competition webpage on the KAUST Academy website.
Students must complete the registration form and pay the participation fee.
Important note: The registration is automatically confirmed after the application fee is paid. A copy of the invoice is automatically sent to the email used in the billing address while filling out the bank card information. Please check inbox and spam folder. No registration confirmation email is sent to the applicants.
Once the registration is closed. The competition team will announce all necessary details related to the first round via this website, social media and registered students emails.
Is there an application fee for KMC?
Yes, applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of 100 SAR.
What are the stages of the competition?
- Stage 1 (elimination round): Held in-person. Competition centers will open in all 16 educational administrations in addition to King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (Thuwal) based on the registration numbers.
- Stage 2 (final round): Held at KAUST over 3 days, with the top qualified students from Stage 1.
What is the format of the questions?
- Stage 1 β Grades 6 & 7: 24 multiple-choice questions
- Stage 1 β Grades 8 & 9: 24 multiple-choice questions
- Stage 1 β Grades 10 & 11: 30 multiple-choice questions
- Stage 2 β Final Round (all grades): 6 to 8 written-response questions
- All questions are presented in both Arabic and English.
Are sample questions available?
Yes, sample questions will be posted on the competition page on the KAUST Academy website.
Are students responsible for the costs of the final stage?
No. KAUST will cover all costs for students selected for the final stage, including:
- Domestic airfare
- Transportation
- Accommodation at KAUST
- Meals during the competition days
What are the tracks of the competition?
The competition has three main tracks to ensure fair competition among different age groups:
- Grades 6β7
- Grades 8β9
- Grades 10β11
What are the prizes and awards for winners?
- Special prizes recognizing outstanding achievement for Grades 6 & 7 winners.
- Complimentary participation in KAUST Academy programs.
- The first-place winner in each track (Grades 8β9 and Grades 10β11) will receive an exclusive opportunity to attend a summer training camp at Cambridge University in the UK.
Where will the competition take place?
The First round test centers will be in the main cities of the listed educational administrations,
And the specific locations of these centers will be determined once registration closes on December 12, 2026
Final round will be at KAUST from April 2-4, 2027
Is the calculator allowed?
No, all types of calculators are not allowed during the exams.
How can I contact the competition team for inquiries?
You can contact the competition team via email: academy@kaust.edu.sa
