Around 180 students from across Bavaria traveled to Erlangen and Nuremberg to take part in the state round of the 65th Mathematics Olympiad. Over the course of three days, they demonstrated their skills by solving challenging competition problems.
The event concluded on February 22, 2026 and was hosted by Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Several researchers from the University of Technology Nuremberg (UTN) also supported the organization of the Olympiad, contributing to tasks such as coordination, grading the exams, and assisting with on-site organization.
Challenging Problems for Young Talent
Participants completed two four-hour exams featuring mathematical proof problems from various areas of mathematics, including geometry, algebra, number theory, combinatorics, and inequalities. In total, 17 first prizes, 27 second prizes, and 44 third prizes were awarded.
The state round was preceded by a multi-stage selection process. Students across Bavaria first took part in school and regional rounds. After the second round, results from more than 4,000 participants were reported. The most successful students qualified for the state round.
Exchange and Encounters Around Mathematics
In addition to the competition exams, the event also offered participants the opportunity to connect with other participants. During joint activities and program sessions, many discussed mathematical questions and exchanged new ideas.
The award ceremony took place in the Felix-Klein-Building at FAU. The successful participants received certificates, medals, and non-cash prizes.
The 40 most successful participants of the state round will then prepare intensively for the national round of the Mathematics Olympiad during a training camp. The national round takes place in a different German state each year. In 2026, Hamburg will host the event.
Further Links
Impressions from the 65th Mathematics Olympiad
List of Prize Winners
Article of the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (German only)
Around 180 students from across Bavaria traveled to Erlangen and Nuremberg to take part in the state round of the 65th Mathematics Olympiad. Over the course of three days, they demonstrated their skills by solving challenging competition problems.
The event concluded on February 22, 2026 and was hosted by Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Several researchers from the University of Technology Nuremberg (UTN) also supported the organization of the Olympiad, contributing to tasks such as coordination, grading the exams, and assisting with on-site organization.
Challenging Problems for Young Talent
Participants completed two four-hour exams featuring mathematical proof problems from various areas of mathematics, including geometry, algebra, number theory, combinatorics, and inequalities. In total, 17 first prizes, 27 second prizes, and 44 third prizes were awarded.
The state round was preceded by a multi-stage selection process. Students across Bavaria first took part in school and regional rounds. After the second round, results from more than 4,000 participants were reported. The most successful students qualified for the state round.
Exchange and Encounters Around Mathematics
In addition to the competition exams, the event also offered participants the opportunity to connect with other participants. During joint activities and program sessions, many discussed mathematical questions and exchanged new ideas.
The award ceremony took place in the Felix-Klein-Building at FAU. The successful participants received certificates, medals, and non-cash prizes.
The 40 most successful participants of the state round will then prepare intensively for the national round of the Mathematics Olympiad during a training camp. The national round takes place in a different German state each year. In 2026, Hamburg will host the event.
Further Links
Impressions from the 65th Mathematics Olympiad
List of Prize Winners
Article of the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (German only)