NASCA STEM and AI Challenge 2026

NASCA STEM and AI Challenge 2026: online student competitions

The NASCA STEM and AI Challenge brings together six online challenges for students interested in building, coding, design, artificial intelligence and innovation. The organizer says students worldwide can participate, subject to the age and grade rules of their chosen challenge.

Competition categories and entry options

The six tracks are Build It, Train It, Solve It, Design It, Code It and Pitch It. Students may enter as individuals or teams depending on the track. The junior bracket in Solve It is free; other entries have fees.

Deadline, fee and prizes

Deadline: 30 November 2026 (confirm the exact time zone with the organizer). Mode: online. Reach: international. Fee: US$25 for one student in one challenge; US$40 for three challenges; US$50 for a team of up to three; other school packages are available. Free option: junior Solve It bracket. Prizes: the organizer advertises a US$10,000 prize pool in kits and awards, including a school lab grant; this is not a US$10,000 cash prize for one winner.

Who can enter?

School students internationally, with age- or grade-based brackets. Check the relevant challenge rules, team size, judging rubric and eligibility before paying or submitting.

How to enter

Choose a challenge, review the rubric, register and upload your work through the organizer’s official portal. See NASCA STEM and AI Challenge official rules and registration.

Frequently asked questions

Is NASCA STEM and AI Challenge free?

The junior Solve It bracket is free. Other tracks and packages have published entry fees.

Is this an online competition?

Yes. The organizer describes six online challenges with submissions due in November 2026.

Can students outside India participate?

The organizer states that students worldwide can enter, but students should check their grade bracket and the rules for their chosen track.