The International IT Olympiad
The International IT Olympiad for secondary school students is dedicated to information technology, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence in the Capture The Flag (CTF) format.
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About the IT-Olympiad
CTF is a competition, that is based on practical tasks. It is a path to success in the world of information security!
Your task is to bypass the opponent's security mechanisms and earn a certain number of «flags»
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age 14-18 years
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unique tasks
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the final is at CIPR 2025
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international exchange of knowledge and experience
Join the race with the best performers, upgrade your IT skills, learn cryptography and become a cyber security master!
How the IT-Olympiad is going
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March 3 – April 2
Registration of participants
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April 2 – April 15
Individual qualifying stage online
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April 21 – April 25
Team qualifying stage online
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May 30 – June 3
Final competition between the best teams offline, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
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June 3
Award ceremony CIPR 2025 International Forum Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
The final in Nizhny Novgorod (Russia)
Nizhny Novgorod Region is one of the Russia's leading IT hubs where modern developments in the sphere of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and information security are underway.
Well–developed IT infrastructure, leading technology companies, and educational initiatives make Nizhny Novgorod an ideal venue for the finals of the International IT Olympiad.
Partners and organizers
The general partner
The technology partner
The international partner
Partners and organizers
F.A.Q.
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Who can participate in the Olympiad?
Students who are from 14 to 18 years old (age at the time of the Olympiad)
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How to become a participant?
- Check-in
- Study the timeline of the Olympiad and prepare for the three stages of the competition
- Read the test tasks on the Platform
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What is CTF?
CTF (Capture The Flag) is an exciting cyber security competition where teams solve challenges to capture virtual flags and demonstrate their hacking and security skills
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What are the main stages of the Olympiad?
The Olympiad consists of 3 stages:
- 02.04-15.04 – individual qualifying stage (online testing)
- 7.04-13.04 – team qualifying stage (Capture the Flag format online competition)
- 30.05-02.06 – The Final (Capture the Flag format team offline competition in Nizhny Novgorod)
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What equipment will be needed?
A participant will need a computer with Internet access to log on to the platform where the main stages of the Olympiad will take place.
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How much time will be given to complete the tasks of the online stages?
You can complete the tasks at your own pace. The main term is to meet the time interval specified in the timeline. Access to the tasks is opened automatically on the first day of the stage in your personal account on the Olympiad platform
- April 2, 2025 - individual qualifying stage
- April 21, 2025 – Team qualifying stage
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How are the teams formed?
The participants independently form teams of up to 5 people. Each team can consist of representatives from one country (age does not matter). If the participants remain without a team after the distribution, the system will distribute them automatically.
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When and where will the final stage of the Olympiad take place?
The final is scheduled from May 30 to June 3 in Nizhny Novgorod. The finalists of the Olympiad who scored the most points in the first two stages of the competition will be invited to the Nizhny Novgorod region. On June 3, within the framework of the 10th Anniversary Conference CIPR 2025 (Industrial Russia digital industry) a ceremony of awarding the winners and prize-winners of the International IT Olympiad will be held. Finalists will enjoy cultural and entertainment programs, an introduction to the educational ecosystem of the Nizhny Novgorod region, and Nizhny Novgorod city tour, which is considered one of the Russia's leading scientific and technological centers.
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How much does it cost to participate in the Olympiad?
Participation in the Olympiad is free for all teams. The sending party pays for the travel to the Olympic venue, accommodation and meals for children.
