Prizes & honours
The major international prizes in mathematics: who awards them, how often, and what they recognise. Nomination rules change, so always check the official page.
Prizes with age limits or early-career criteria, which are especially relevant for nominations.
International Mathematical Union
Outstanding mathematical achievement. Candidates must turn 40 no earlier than 1 January of the ICM year.
Every 4 years, at the ICM
International Mathematical Union
Outstanding contributions to the mathematical aspects of information sciences. Candidates must turn 40 no earlier than 1 January of the ICM year.
Every 4 years, at the ICM
Breakthrough Prize Foundation
Early-career researchers who have already produced important work.
Annual
ICTP, IMU and partners
Young mathematicians working in developing countries.
Annual
European Mathematical Society
Up to ten prizes for researchers of European nationality or working in Europe, aged 35 or younger at nomination; eligible leave can extend the age limit.
Every 4 years, at the European Congress
Honours that recognise transformative work or a lifetime of contributions.
Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters
Outstanding contributions to mathematics across a whole career.
Annual
Wolf Foundation
Lifetime achievement in mathematics, alongside Wolf Prizes in other fields.
Annual
Shaw Prize Foundation
Recent outstanding achievements in the mathematical sciences.
Annual
Breakthrough Prize Foundation
Transformative advances across the field.
Annual
Clay Mathematics Institute
Major breakthroughs in mathematical research.
Most years
International Mathematical Union
Lifelong outstanding achievement in mathematics.
Every 4 years, at the ICM
Recognition for exposition, public engagement and service to the community.
Clay Mathematics Institute
Seven problems were announced in 2000, each with a US$1 million prize. One has been solved; six remain open.
Read the official statements