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ICPC Sri Lanka
2026

Code Beyond Borders

For the first time ever, Sri Lanka enters the world's biggest stage of competitive programming. Join us in making history.

100+
Countries
Participating
3,000+
Universities
Worldwide
60,000+
Students
Competing
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Global Recognition

The Global Stage

The world's premier programming competition that brings together the brightest minds

100+
Countries Participating
From every continent
3,000+
Universities Worldwide
Top institutions
60,000+
Student Competitors
Future innovators

One Goal

Push the limits of human creativity and teamwork

The Olympics of Programming

What is ICPC?

The International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) isn't just another coding challenge; it's the Olympics of programming — the oldest, largest, and most prestigious competitive programming contest in the world.

World's most prestigious programming competition

Recognized by top tech companies globally

Gateway to ICPC World Finals

Learn More About ICPC

Sri Lanka Joins the Map

In 2026, Sri Lanka makes history as we host our first-ever ICPC contest. This is your chance to be a pioneer.

1

Compete in Sri Lanka National Contest

🏆 Champion Team

Direct qualification

🥈 Four Runner-Up Teams

Via regional contest

🌏 Asia West Regional

World Finals

Why You Should Join?

Transform your skills, career, and future with the world's most prestigious programming competition

Compete with the Best

Challenge yourself against the sharpest minds in Sri Lanka and beyond

Build Lasting Skills

Master algorithms, problem-solving, and teamwork that last a lifetime

International Recognition

Earn national recognition and qualify for ICPC Asia West Regional

How It Works

Understanding the contest format

Team Size
3 Students
from the same university
Duration
5 Hours
of intense competition
Problems
5-10
algorithmic challenges
Format
Offline
pure skill, no internet

Timeline

Your journey to ICPC World Finals

11th November 2025

Registrations Open

10th December 2025

Registrations Close

December 14th 2025

Online Round

04th January 2026

Sri Lanka Onsite Regional

March 2026

ICPC Asia West

August 2026

ICPC World Finals

Awards & Prizes

Celebrating excellence in competitive programming

Trophies & Certificates

Official ICPC certificates for all participating teams

Prestigious trophies for top-performing teams

Cash Prizes

Exciting cash prizes for winning teams

Additional awards and recognitions

Award Distribution Policy

Champion and four runner-up teams will be recognized.

Allowed for awards and selections:

  • 1

    No additional teams from the Champion Team's university

  • 2

    Four runner-up slots allocated by performance, any university

Accommodations and Subsistence

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Asia West Regional

Teams advancing to the Asia West Regional will have their accommodations and subsistence covered

2

World Finals

Teams qualifying for World Finals will have their accommodations and subsistence covered

Note: Accommodations and subsistence include lodging and meals for team members advancing to regional and world finals competitions

Ready to Make History?

Join ICPC Sri Lanka 2026 and represent your country on the world's biggest programming stage

Registration opens on 11th November 2025