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National Math challenge 2026

Saturday, May 30, 2026
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What Your Child Misses If They Don't Compete

This is more than a competition. Every child who sits it out misses a real, formative experience.

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The thrill of solving under real time pressure

Homework math and competition math are not the same skill. Thinking fast under a ticking clock builds the kind of mental stamina that no worksheet can replicate. This is where your child learns to perform when it counts.

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Real exposure to US National competitions

Their peers are already doing MATHCOUNTS and AMC. This is your child's first real stage — 25 carefully calibrated questions that mirror the most respected US National math competitions. They'll know what that feels like before it matters.

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A Practice Problem Set that builds genuine ability

Every registrant receives the 98thPercentile Practice Problem Set — a curated set of competition-style problems with worked solutions, organized by grade. Miss the event, miss the set, miss the edge on every math test that follows.

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A National Math Championship credential they can own

Every competing child earns an official participation certificate. Champions earn a titled "98thPercentile National Champion" credential — real academic recognition that follows your child forward.

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How the Championship Works

Modelled on AMC & MATHCOUNTS. 25 multiple-choice questions. 75 minutes on the clock. One champion per group.


INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION

SUMMER EXCLUSIVE 2 Weeks Free ($100 Value)

Register for the championship and your child gets 2 free weeks of live classes in any program — Math, ELA, Coding, or Public Speaking. A head start that helps them move a grade ahead faster. Open to the first 50 summer registrations.

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10 DAYS BEFORE - MAY 20

Receive Your Practice Problem Set

25 competition-style problems per grade group with fully-worked solutions — sent to your inbox. Your child's preparation playbook, delivered early.

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SATURDAY, MAY 30 - BY GRADE GROUP

25 Questions · 75 Minutes · Live on Zoom

Group 1 (Grades 3-5): 10:30 AM CST. Group 2 (Grades 6-8): 12:30 PM CST. Multiple choice. Proctored live. No calculators, no external aids — just your child and the questions.

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WITHIN 48 HOURS

Results + Winner Announcement

All scores verified and results announced via email within 48 hours. Champions contacted directly by a 98thPercentile counselor to claim their scholarship.


REGISTRATION CLOSES 24 HOURS BEFORE THE EVENT - 11:49 PM CST, MAY 29

Mandatory deadline. The Zoom link and final instructions are emailed to every registered family 24 hours before the event. Register before then or miss it.

Every Child Wins Something

Scholarships. Titled credentials. Recognition. Designed for what Indian-American families value most.

1ST PLACE · BOTH GROUPS

National Champion

  • 100% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile 12-week program
  • "98thPercentile National Champion — Math Championship 2026" digital certificate
  • Featured on 98thPercentile social
Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8 groups
2ND PLACE · BOTH GROUPS

National Runner-Up

  • 50% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile 12-week program
  • "98thPercentile National Runner-Up — Math Championship 2026" digital certificate
  • Featured on 98thPercentile social
Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8 groups
ALL PARTICIPANTS

Participation Certificate

  • "Official Participant — 98thPercentile National Math Championship 2026"
  • Free Scholarship Test + 2 Weeks of Free Classes
  • Practice Problem Set with worked solutions
  • Priority access to future 98thPercentile events
Every registered child who competes

SCHOLARSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS

Scholarships apply to any 98thPercentile 12-week program — Math, ELA, Coding, or Public Speaking. Winner picks the program. Valid for new enrolments only and cannot be combined with other offers. Must be redeemed within 15 days of the event.

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What Families Are Saying

Real reviews from Indian-American families across the US.

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"98thPercentile teachers took my kid from scratch to competition-level. Truly grateful."


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Vijaya Ganapathy

California, USA ✓ Trustpilot Verified Review
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"Started in 2nd grade. Three years later, she's excelling beyond her grade level. Highly recommend."


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R Kasireddy

New Jersey, USA ✓ Trustpilot Verified Review
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"My son is so much more confident in problem-solving — and he actually looks forward to every class."


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Aruna Jyothi

Texas, USA ✓ Trustpilot Verified Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event really free? +

Yes, this event is completely free of charge.

What grades can participate? +

Students in grades 3-8 are welcome to participate.

My child isn't ready for competition math. Is this too advanced? +

The problems are designed to challenge, but also to encourage learning and growth for all skill levels.

My child gets anxious on timed tests. Will this stress them out? +

We emphasize participation and personal growth over high-pressure scoring.

What if my child freezes on hard word problems? +

Our practice problem set and live guidance help build confidence to tackle difficult problems.

What does my child get to prepare? +

Every registrant receives the 98thPercentile Practice Problem Set delivered 10 days before the event.

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