Initiation into Mathematics 2027, Assam

The Initiation into Mathematics (InitMath) programme is a regional-level camp organized under the aegis of the MTTS Trust. An InitMath Programme will be organized at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Tezpur University, Assam during January 4–9, 2027. The programme is funded by the National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM).

Background

The Mathematics Training and Talent Search (MTTS) programme is one of the most popular and significant training programmes in India. It has been running every summer since 1993, in various venues around the country, including online for 2020 and 2021, the two years impacted by Covid. These annual summer camps have made an impressive impact on the mathematical scene in the country.

A large number of applications are received from all parts of the country for the annual summer camps, but due to limited resources and seats, many deserving students do not have the opportunity to participate in them. To overcome this and to provide opportunities to a large number of students at regional levels, the InitMath programme (formerly known as miniMTTS) has been conducted since 2010. This camp of one week’s duration runs along the same lines as the annual summer camp.

Academic Programme and Aim

Three fundamental courses in mathematics will be taught by faculty who are highly experienced in the teaching methodology of MTTS. The intent of the instruction is not to give routine lectures, but to stimulate the participants to think and discover mathematical ideas and results on their own. The aim of the programme is:

• to expose bright young students to the excitement of doing mathematics,
• to promote independent mathematical thinking, and
• to help the participants gain a high level of confidence for self-study to undertake advanced courses in mathematics.

Eligibility

Second-year (3rd/4th semester) undergraduate students with Mathematics as one of their main subjects are eligible. Students from Assam and neighbouring states will be given preference.

Application Procedure

• Portal: Applications must be submitted online at https://5dspace.mtts.org.in.
• Detailed guidelines: The application procedure can be found at https://mtts.org.in/training-programmes/student-applications-procedure.
• Login: After logging into the site 5dspace using the email address registered at the 5dspace, select the programme Initiation into Mathematics 2027, Assam.
• Recommendations: Recommendations by teachers are also to be submitted at https://5dspace.mtts.org.in.
• Before writing to us with your questions, please see the FAQ page.

Selection and Support

• Selection Criteria: Selection will be on merit, based on consistent and good academic records and the recommendation of a mathematics teacher.
• Notification: The list of selected students will be published on this webpage by Monday, December 14, 2026.
• Confirmation: Selected applicants are to confirm their participation at 5dspace by Saturday, December 19, 2026.
• Support: All participants will be provided with food, and outstation participants with accommodation. No travel allowance will be provided to the participants.

Other instructions and guidelines for selected applicants will be published at this webpage.

Registration Fee

There is no registration fee for the programme.

About the Institute

Tezpur University is a central university located in Tezpur, in the North-Eastern state of Assam, established by an Act of Parliament in 1994. It is a fully residential university and one of the premier higher learning institutions of India. The university is an awardee of the Visitor’s Best University Award, 2016, and is graded A+ by NAAC. It offers more than 70 academic programmes through 27 departments and 8 centres under the Schools of Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Management, and Sciences. With more than 5000 students, 320+ faculty members and 290+ administrative and technical personnel, the University is a hub of quality activities in higher education and research.

Website: https://www.tezu.ernet.in/

How to Reach

Tezpur University is located at Napaam, which is approximately 10 km from Tezpur town.

To reach the Institute by train: The nearest railway station is Dekargaon Railway Station (DKGN), approximately 14 km from the campus. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are available from the station.

To reach the Institute by bus: The campus is accessible from Tezpur town by Tezpur University buses and by private autos or e-rickshaws. Tezpur is well connected by direct buses (ASTC and private) from different parts of Assam. For those coming via Guwahati, there are four places from where buses to Tezpur are available: (a) Jalukbari (via Mangaldoi route), (b) Paltanbazar (via Mangaldoi / Nagaon route), (c) Khanapara (via Nagaon route), and (d) ISBT (via Mangaldoi / Nagaon route).

To reach the Institute by air: The nearest airport is Donyi Polo Airport (HGI), also known as Hollongi Airport, Itanagar, approximately 120 km from the campus. The next nearest airport is Guwahati, approximately 200 km from the campus.