[Now Open for Applications] Hong Kong ICT Awards 2026 – Student Innovation Award: Showcase Your Tech Creativity!
The annual city-wide “Hong Kong ICT Awards – Student Innovation Award” is now open for applications! Students are invited to seize this opportunity to submit your innovative ideas or projects, and compete with outstanding students from across Hong Kong.
Key Dates
Application Deadline: 20 July 2026 (5:00 pm)
Judging Period: 17 August – 25 September 2026
Awards Ceremony: Mid-November 2026
Award Streams
Junior Secondary (S1 – S3 Students)
Senior Secondary (S4 – S6 Students)
Higher Education (Post-secondary or above)
Competition Highlights
Recognition and Accolades
Gold, Silver, and Bronze award winners will receive trophies and prizes, and are authorised to use the official HKICTA logo in their promotional materials, portfolios, and correspondence. Merit award winners will receive an official certificate of commendation.
Exposure and Industry Connections
Winning projects will be promoted through various media, events, and the HKITDA platform. Winners will also be invited to attend the Awards Presentation Ceremony to network with industry experts and community leaders.
International Exposure and Startup Support
Outstanding teams will be nominated and supported to participate in other regional and international awards and competitions, extending their achievements beyond Hong Kong.
The Gold Award winner of the Higher Education Stream will receive an interview opportunity for the City University of Hong Kong’s “HK Tech 300 Seed Fund”. Successful teams may receive up to HK$100,000 in seed funding and other support.
For more details, please visit: https://icta.itda.hk
Enquiries
For enquiries, please contact the Student Innovation Award Secretariat:
Tel: 5140 2387
Email: icta.so@itda.hk (Ms Leung or Ms Kwong)