United StatesOther, Bachelor, Master, PhD13 days leftCash prizesNASA International Space Apps Challenge 2026 (Free Hackathon, All Ages)
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The NASA International Space Apps Challenge 2026 is a free hackathon for all ages on 14–15 November 2026, in person in cities worldwide or online. Run by NASA with partner space agencies, it is the world's largest annual hackathon, where participants tackle real challenges using open space and Earth data. Teams of up to six take part through in-person or virtual local events or the virtual Universal Event; under-18s must be registered and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Projects must be submitted by 15 November at 23:59 local time; global finalists are announced in December 2026 and global winners in January 2027.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
2 BenefitsGlobal recognition from NASA
For global winners in January 2027.
International teams and open space data
Free to take part.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
3 CriteriaAll nationalities worldwide
Required Documents
2 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2027 / 2028.
The venue is announced on the official website, from November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026.
Funding type: Cash prizes. Announced benefits: Global recognition from NASA, International teams and open space data.
Eligible levels: Other, Bachelor, Master, PhD.
The latest deadline we have is November 14, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Registration for a local event or the Universal Event, Project submission by 15 November, 23:59.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/2026/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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