INFOMATRIX

27–31 May 2027 Bucharest, Romania

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Our mission

Mission

To empower and inspire the next generation of innovators by fostering creativity, collaboration, and technological excellence. Through the Infomatrix contest, we give students a platform to showcase their programming and digital skills, engage in hands-on experiences like hackathons and robotics, and build projects that address real-world challenges.

We equip students with the tools and mindset needed for the future of technology and artificial intelligence.

Students from partner countries on stage at the Infomatrix opening ceremony, holding up their national flags.

Where we're headed

Vision

To be a global catalyst for positive change through technology and innovation. We envision Infomatrix as a nexus where students from diverse cultures converge to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and form lasting connections — promoting peace and friendship through a shared passion for IT.

We aspire to be a driving force in shaping a future where technology serves as a tool for progress, inclusivity, and sustainable development, building a community of forward-thinking individuals who embrace the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century.

Two students presenting their project at an Infomatrix exhibition stand.

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Infomatrix in motion

Highlights from the finals floor and the stories behind the projects.

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Domains

Three domains, ten challenges

Every category belongs to one of three domains. Pick the arena that fits what you build.

Categories

Ten ways to compete

From full software builds to autonomous robots and digital media.

Illustration of a robot coding on a laptop for the Software Development category. N°01

Software Development

Full applications that solve a real problem — web, mobile, desktop or systems.

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Illustration of a storybook scene coming to life for the Digital Storytelling category. N°02

Digital Storytelling

Animation, film and interactive media on science, technology and society.

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Illustration of a robot assembling a mechanical arm for the Mechatronics category. N°03

Mechatronics

Engineered devices combining electronics, mechanics and control software.

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Illustration of a robot programming a line follower robot on a track. N°04

Line Follower Robot

Autonomous robots racing a marked track at the highest possible speed.

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Illustration of a robot mentoring a smaller robot with a line follower robot. N°05

Line Follower Robot for Juniors

The line-follower challenge for younger builders, with an age-appropriate track.

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Illustration of two robots facing off with mini sumo robots on a ring. N°06

Mini Sumo Robot

500 g autonomous robots pushing each other out of the dohyō ring.

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Illustration of two robots with LEGO sumo robots on a ring. N°07

Lego Sumo Robot

Sumo built entirely from LEGO parts — strategy and design over raw power.

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Illustration of robots collaborating at a hackathon for high schools. N°08

Hackathon for High Schools

A timed, on-site build sprint for high-school teams around a released theme.

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Illustration of robots collaborating at a university hackathon. N°09

Hackathon for Universities

The same format, raised stakes: university teams ship a working prototype in 24 hours.

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Illustration of robots collaborating with AI interfaces for the CreAIthon category. N°10

CreAIthon

An AI-focused challenge — build a model, agent or tool that creates real value.

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Local Infomatrix Contests

One world, many local rounds

Before the World Finals in Bucharest, national partners run their own qualifying Infomatrix contests. Hover a pin for the organization, click it to visit their site.

8 local contest centers across 4 continents feed teams into the World Finals.

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Ready to put your project on the world stage?

Registration for Season 2027 is open until 15 March. It takes about five minutes to start.

Open the registration portal

Timeline

Season 2027 at a glance

  1. 01
    1 Jan 2027

    Registration opens

    Create your team, reserve a category and start your project abstract.

  2. 02
    15 Mar 2027

    Submission deadline

    Upload documentation, source code and a demo video for qualification.

  3. 03
    20 Mar 2027

    Announcement of finalists

    The international jury reviews every entry and selects finalists per category.

  4. 04
    27–31 May 2027

    Global Finals

    Finalists present live, meet peers from 45+ countries and compete for medals.

On-site programme

World Finals — day by day

Five days in Bucharest, 27–31 May 2027. All times local (EEST). Provisional — the final programme is shared with confirmed finalists.

Day 1 — Arrival Day

3 sessions · Not open to the public
  • 15:00–17:00

    Project check-in & booth set-up

    Finalists check in and set up their exhibition stands.

  • 17:00–18:00

    Welcome dinner

    Meet teams from other countries over dinner.

  • 18:00–19:00

    Orientation briefing & cultural night

    Contest orientation and information, followed by a cultural night.

Guide

Everything you need to prepare

Read the rules, understand how projects are scored, and see what's on the line.

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Regulations

Eligibility, team size, submission format, category-specific rules and the code of conduct.

View regulations →
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Evaluation Rubrics

The exact criteria and point weights each jury uses — originality, execution, impact and presentation.

View rubrics →
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Awards

Gold, silver and bronze medals per category, plus special prizes, scholarships and internships.

View awards →

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Behind-the-scenes from the World Finals, the local contests and the teams building it all — new posts every week.

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FAQ

Common Questions

Can I participate if my country has an Infomatrix partner?

No. We have agreements with our partners and only accept verified projects from them. Any third-party application from those countries will be rejected. See the Local Contests section for the list of partner countries.

Can I participate again if I competed before?

Yes. You're welcome to participate multiple times as long as you meet the grade requirements for your category.

Can I keep working on my project after registering?

Yes. You can continue working and make improvements up until the finals.

Can I submit the same project from last year?

Only if you've made significant upgrades and major changes to the project.

What language should presentations be in?

English. All documentation and presentations must be in English.

What are the team size limits?

Most categories: 1–2 students. Hackathon and CreAIthon categories: 1–4 members per team.

Contact

Questions about a category, a partnership or judging?

Send a message and the organizing team will get back to you.

Get in touch