Algorithms & Mathematics Society
AMS DERIVE
FIRST-PRINCIPLES THINKING × PROBABILISTIC REASONING
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
What We Test
About AMS Derive
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First Principles Thinking
Problems derived from probability theory, Bayesian inference, and market microstructure. No standard DSA templates applicable.
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Structured Problem Solving
Stochastic processes, options pricing, and reasoning under uncertainty. Build strategies that survive market constraints.
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Derivation, Not Pattern Recognition
AMS evaluates how you think, not just what you produce. Process matters. Reasoning ability. Communication.
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What You Will Face
3-Round Structure
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PRIOR
Qualifier
Round 1 is the mass filter. Problems focus on probability theory, Bayesian inference, and market microstructure. No templates transfer here — solve from first principles under contest pressure.
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POSTERIOR
Prelims
Round 2 is the difficulty spike. Expect stochastic processes, options pricing, and combinatorics, with external setters and a harder online format designed for true signal validation.
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CONVERGENCE
Finals
Round 3 is the prestige moment. 30–50 finalists meet at IIT, form teams on-site, solve a real derivation problem, and the top 2 enter a live 1v1 Derivation Duel.
Schedule
Timeline
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April 20, 2026
Registrations Open
Free to participate. Open to all enrolled students and recent alumni from Indian institutions.
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May 23, 2026
Round 1 | PRIOR
Online qualification. Probability theory, Bayesian inference, market microstructure. Hosted on Codeforces.
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June 21, 2026
Round 2 | POSTERIOR
Hard online prelims. Stochastic processes, options pricing, combinatorics. Difficulty spike with external setters.
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July 11, 2026 (Tentative)
Round 3 | CONVERGENCE
Invite-only finals at IIT. 30–50 finalists, teams formed on-site, real derivation problem, live 1v1 duel for the top 2.
Target Profile
Who Should Participate
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First-Principles Thinkers
Anyone who derives solutions from fundamentals rather than templates. Probability, Bayesian reasoning, market microstructure.
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Competitive Programmers
Top-tier algorithmic problem solvers. ICPC, IOI, or Codeforces experience. Ready for novel problem structures.
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Mathematics Students
Strong foundation in probability, stochastic processes, statistics. Analytical minds who think in first principles.
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Quant Researchers
Aspiring quantitative researchers and traders. Interested in signal generation, not just pattern recognition.