Guidelines/Local Round

Local Round Guidelines

The offline, in-country edition of Komodo. Paper-based exam at a local venue — same pathway to the Global Round in Bali.

Paper-based · Supervised venue · 30 questions · 120 minutes · In-person recognition
Overview

Offline, in-country competition

The Komodo Local Round is the offline, in-country edition of the Komodo International Math Competition. It brings the Komodo experience directly to students who prefer a traditional paper-based exam, a supervised venue, and the opportunity to compete alongside their peers.

The Local Round is organized in partnership with local schools, educational institutions, and math community partners across participating countries. Medalists qualify for the Komodo Global Round in Bali, around March–April 2027 — just like medalists of the Online Round.

How It Fits in the Komodo Pathway
Online Round — Take the exam from anywhere in the world
Local Round — Take the offline exam at a participating venue in your country
Fast Track — Last-chance online qualification exam
Global Round — The final offline event in Bali, Indonesia
Who Is It For?

The Local Round is designed for students who prefer

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Offline exam experience
No concerns about home internet, device compatibility, or distractions at home.
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Local competition community
Compete alongside classmates and peers from your school or region.
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Local-language support
Exam instructions may be available in your local language, subject to partner availability.
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School-led participation
When a school partners with Komodo, students can be registered as a group.
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In-person recognition
Many partners host an award ceremony shortly after the exam.
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Alternative pathway
If your country doesn't have a Local Round partner, join through the Online Round or Fast Track.
Age Categories

Same five categories

The Local Round uses the same age-based categories as the rest of the competition. Age is calculated as of Online Round 1 (19 September 2026).

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Gecko
Up to 8 years old
Salamander
Salamander
Over 8 to 10 years
Chameleon
Chameleon
Over 10 to 12 years
Iguana
Iguana
Over 12 to 15 years
Dragon
Dragon
Over 15 to 18 years
Registration

How to register

Registration for the Local Round is handled by each country's local partner. Arrive at the exam at least 30 minutes early.

01
Find Your Local Partner
Check the Participating Countries list on komodocompetition.com/local-round to find the partner in your country.
02
Contact the Partner
Visit the partner's registration page. Each partner may have their own form, payment channel, and contact.
03
Submit Participant Details
Full name and school will appear on the certificate — please double-check for spelling.
04
Pay Registration Fee
Fees vary by country. Payment methods are set by the local partner.
05
Receive Confirmation
Your partner will provide the exam venue, date, time, and any materials you need to bring.
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Attend the Exam
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time at the designated venue.
Group Registration: Schools and study groups can often register multiple students at once through their local partner. Group discounts may be available — please inquire with your partner directly.
Exam Format

Format & rules

Exam Details

Local Round

FormatPaper-based, supervised
Questions30 (20 MC + 10 short answer)
Duration120 minutes
LanguagesEnglish or local language
VenueDesignated by local partner
SupervisionProctored by invigilators
Rules

On Exam Day

Arrive on time
At least 30 minutes before the exam begins. Late arrivals may not be admitted.
Bring valid ID
Student ID, passport, or other government-issued ID.
Writing materials
Bring pencils, pens, and an eraser. Scratch paper is provided.
No calculators
Electronic devices including calculators, smartphones, and smartwatches are not permitted.
No outside help
Participants must work independently. Any violation results in disqualification.
Materials & Syllabus

What to prepare

Gecko
Numbers, basic arithmetic, patterns and sequences, basic geometric shapes, simple statistics, measurement, and basic word problems.
Salamander
Equation, comparison, counting, probability, statistics, geometric shapes, arithmetics, and digits.
Chameleon
Equation, comparison, sequence, counting, probability, statistics, geometric shapes, arithmetics, and digits.
Iguana
Equation, comparison, sequence, function, counting, probability, statistics, geometric shapes, angle, area and volume, arithmetics, digits, divisibility, remainder, and prime numbers.
Dragon
Equation, comparison, sequence, function, counting, probability, statistics, graph theory, geometric shapes, angle, area and volume, trigonometry, arithmetics, digits, divisibility, remainder, and prime numbers.
Recognition

Awards & recognition

Same medal structure as the Online Round. All medalists qualify for the Global Round.

Country Absolute Winner· Top 5 per category per country
Special Absolute Winner certificate + 30% Global Round discount
Gold Medal· Top 5%
Gold Medal + 20% Global Round discount
Silver Medal· Next 10%
Silver Medal + 15% Global Round discount
Bronze Medal· Next 15%
Bronze Medal + 10% Global Round discount
Honorable Mention· Next 20%
HM Certificate + 5% Global Round discount
Participation· All others
Certificate of Participation
Note: The Absolute Winner discount and the Gold Medal discount cannot be combined. The higher benefit applies. Many local partners host a dedicated awarding ceremony to recognize medalists in person.
Qualification

Path to the Global Round

All Local Round medalists — Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention — are invited to the Komodo Global Round in Bali, around March–April 2027.

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Receive your invitation by email (and often through your local partner) with your medal tier and applicable Global Round discount.

2

Register for the Global Round at math.komodocompetition.com before 31 December 2026.

3

Choose your package — Exam Package (3D2N) or Ultimate Experience (6D5N).

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Complete payment and prepare for an unforgettable experience in Bali.

Get in Touch

Have questions?

For Local Round questions, first contact your local partner for country-specific information. For general inquiries:

Website
komodocompetition.com
Instagram
@komodocompetition
Email
komodo@eduversal.net
WhatsApp
+62 877 7768 4477
Find a partner near you

Ready to compete locally?

Find a participating partner in your country and register for the Local Round today.

Find Local Partner →Online Round Guidelines
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