International AI Innovation Olympiad
Status Updates:
Final registration closes in
Aug 16, 11:59:59 PM AoE (UTC−12)
- •Finals Schedule Update: September 25–27, 2026. Detailed schedule will be posted soon.
- •Special Event: MIT Admissions Information Session on September 25, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM at the MIT Welcome Center Auditorium.
- •Final Round Judges & Volunteers: Applications are now OPEN.
- •Youth Council: Applications are now OPEN.
Redefine Learning with AI
IAI²O is the world's premier international academic AI Olympiad for teenagers, centered on AI to build a new cognitive framework for youth.
We empower global teens to comprehend the world and explore real-world problems, and expand human intelligence through interdisciplinary AI innovation—paving the way for the next generation of academic innovators.
Event Schedule & Timeline
National Preliminary Round | Online
Regional Divisions
Registration Deadline:
June 14, 2026
Submission Deadline:
June 28, 2026
AIIC Test Day: Asia: June 28, 2026
Other Regions: July 26，2026
AIIC Test Day:
Asia: June 28, 2026
Other Regions: July 26，2026
Global Final Round | In-Person
MIT Admissions Information Session
Date & Time: Friday, September 25, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: MIT Welcome Center Auditorium, 292 Main Street, Building E38, Cambridge, MA 02142
Tracks
AI Innovators Challenge
Designed to identify talented students in AI, this challenge promotes scientific thinking, creativity, and responsible AI practices, shaping the next generation of AI innovators.
AI for Science
Redefine research paradigms with AI, explore cutting-edge science, and build core research and academic skills for young innovators.
AI for Business
Harness AI to build market-ready solutions, craft data-driven business models, and unlock tangible commercial impact.
