REGISTRATION NOW OPEN — DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2026
YOUR SOFTWARE IDEA IS WORTH ₱100,000 AND A TRIP TO JAPAN Start with an idea. Compete on a national stage.
Win ₱100,000 and represent the Philippines in Osaka, Japan — with visa, transport, and accommodation covered.
No coding degree required. No registration fee.
- REGISTER NOW
- * Submission of registration does not automatically guarantee qualification
How To Join
- Form a team (3 students + 1 faculty coach)
- Prepare basic details and requirements
- No working system required. Ideas and concepts are welcome.
- Register before May 15, 2026
Contest Registration is Now Open
Registration closes on May 15, 2026.
What You’ll Learn in This Session
Students
- At least 18 years old
- Team Size: 3 Members
- Academic Level: Must be 3rd Year college or below
- Status: All Members must be in good academic standing
Fit Academy Partner and Non-partner Institutions
- Level II accreditation
- Autonomous/Deregulated status
- COE/COD designation
- ISA Classification
Coach
- 1 Faculty Member
- Must be eligible and able to travel to Japan
Entry limits: Partner schools submit 1 entry per program/course. Non-partner schools submit 1 entry only. Limited to 30 entries (first come, first served). Free to enter.
The Software Idea Contest That Takes Your Innovation to Japan
Missed the contest orientation? Watch the full replay from April 28, 2026 to get a complete overview of the competition and what comes next.
What You Need to Submit
Written Concept Document: Core functionality, target users, practical applications, real-world value, ethical AI use. Presentation File: Visually highlight your AI innovation. Tell the human story, not just the tech. Make judges care.If You Win This AI Contest
- ₱100,000 cash prize from FIT Academy
- All-expenses-covered trip to Osaka, Japan (visa, transportation, accommodation)
- Global stage to present your artificial intelligence competition winning concept
- Career momentum that opens doors for years
Position Your Institution at the Forefront of AI Innovation
OGIS Ignite provides colleges and universities with a platform to highlight student talent in artificial intelligence and innovation.
Participating institutions gain the opportunity to:
- Showcase their students’ capabilities in AI
- Strengthen their position in technology and innovation
- Engage students in meaningful, real-world challenges
- Represent their institution beyond the classroom
What is OGIS Ignite?
OGIS Ignite is a nationwide competition organized by OGIS that challenges colleges and universities across the Philippines to showcase their innovation through a software idea contest.
Institutions will nominate student teams to participate in a structured competition focused on creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in AI.
The winning team will advance and compete for recognition, prizes, and the opportunity to represent the Philippines in Osaka, Japan.
Your ideas don’t have to stay ideas. Make them real. Apply to IGNITE 2026.
Form your team. Find 3 passionate students + 1 faculty coach for this ai contest.
Brainstorm. What real problem can an AI-powered solution fix? The best college competition entries start simple.
Research the theme. Understand what ethical artificial intelligence looks like. What makes an AI solution feasible?
Build. You need to show you've thought it through mockup, wireframe, or detailed description.
Practice your pitch. Win this inter college competition by explaining your idea in 2-3 minutes.
Apply by May 15. Don't miss the deadline.
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Contest Registration Deadline 15 May 2026
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