International AI Innovation Olympiad
Redefine Learning with AI
International AI Innovation Olympiad (IAI²O) is the world’s premier international academic AI Olympiad for teenagers, centered on AI to build a new cognitive framework for youth.
We empower global teens to comprehend the world and explore real-world problems, and expand human intelligence through interdisciplinary AI innovation—paving the way for the next generation of academic innovators.
Event Schedule & Timeline
National Preliminary Round
• Style: Online
• Submission & Exam Deadline: July 20, 2026
• Result Announcement: August 3, 2026
Global Final Round
• Style: In-Person
• Submission & Exam Deadline: September 14-17, 2026
Tracks
The competition consists of three tracks: the AI Innovators Challenge for individual participants and AI for Science and AI for Business for teams, offering students opportunities to demonstrate creativity, scientific inquiry, and real-world innovation through AI.
AI Innovators Challenge （AIIC）
Designed to identify talented students in AI. This challenge promotes scientific thinking, creativity, and responsible AI practices, shaping the next generation of AI innovators.
AI for Science
(AI4Sci)
Redefine research paradigms with AI, explore cutting-edge science, and build core research and academic skills for young innovators.
AI for business
(AI4Biz)
Harness AI to build market-ready solutions and craft data-driven business models and unlock tangible commercial impact.