The Mathematics syllabus is spread over Class IX to Class XII levels, but the questions in the examination are of a high level of difficulty. The syllabus does not include calculus and statistics. The important topics are algebra, combinatorics, geometry and number theory.
Syllabus of Pre-RMO 2021-22
| PRMO Class 8 Syllabus | Geometry |
| Algebraic Expressions | |
| Elementary graph theory | |
| Factorisation | |
| Linear Equations in One Variable | |
| Permutations and Combinations | |
| Rational Numbers | |
| Square Root and Cube Root | |
| PRMO Class 9 Syllabus | Areas of Parallelograms and triangles |
| Circles | |
| Coordinate geometry | |
| Linear Equations in two variables | |
| Number System | |
| Polynomials | |
| Probability | |
| Surface Area and Volume | |
| PRMO Class 10 Syllabus | Arithmetic Progression |
| Circles | |
| Co-ordinate geometry | |
| Inequalities | |
| Linear Equation in two variables | |
| Quadratic Equation | |
| Real Numbers | |
| Surface Area and Volume | |
| Trigonometry | |
| PRMO Class 11 | Coordinate geometry |
| Factorisation of polynomials | |
| Mathematical Reasoning | |
| Number theory | |
| Probability theory | |
| Quadratic equations and expressions | |
| Sequence and Series |
Reference Books for PRMO Examination
| Books | Author |
| Problem Primer for the Olympiads |
C R Pranesachar, B J Venkatachala and C S Yogananda |
Challenge and Thrill of Pre-College Mathematics |
V Krishnamurthy, C R Pranesachar, K N Ranganathan and B J Venkatachala |
An Excursion in Mathematics |
M R Modak, S A Katre and V V Acharya and V M Sholapurkar |
Problem Solving Strategies Arthur Engel |
Edited by K. Bencsath, P. R. Halmos |
Functional Equations |
B J Venkatachala |
Inequalities an approach through problems |
B J Venkatachala |
A few of these books are available at Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE). These books can be collected in person or by sending a Demand Draft to HBCSE.
Frequently Asked Questions on Pre-RMO Syllabus
Q1
What is the Pre-RMO Conducting Body?
Pre RMO is organised by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE). The Pre RMO test is administered by the HBCSE, in collaboration with the MO-Cell and the National Coordinator, as designated by the National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM).
Q2
The NIOS students can apply for PRMO 2021-22?
Yes, NIOS students are eligible for PRMO 2021-22.
Q3
What are the exam locations for PRMO 2021-22?
Exams will be held at all KV and JNV schools.
Q4
Is it possible for students to take NSO in a language other than English?
No. For the NSO test, English is the only language available.
Q5
Name some best books to prepare for Mathematical Olympiad?
Problem Primer for the Olympiads and Challenge and Thrill of Pre-College Mathematics are highly recommended books.
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