Key facts
- Type
- Competition
- Provider
- Taiwan's Administration for Digital Industries (moda), the Department of Information and Technology Education, and the Chinese Society for Information Management
- Deadline
- 11/7/2026
In short
The InnoServe Awards 2026 is a global competition for university and college student teams to showcase innovative tech projects, offering up to NT$200,000 in cash prizes and a chance to visit Taiwan.
2026 International ICT Innovative Services Awards
By Taiwan's Administration for Digital Industries (moda), the Department of Information and Technology Education, and the Chinese Society for Information Management
CompetitionAccepting applications nowApply by 11/7/2026100 days left
NT$200,000
Maximum cash prize
Global university and college student teams
Target Audience
30+ years
Competition legacy
2,000+
Network of tech talents
Overview
The InnoServe Awards 2026 invites student teams globally to present their innovative projects in areas such as Generative AI, smart manufacturing, cybersecurity, and green technology. This competition serves as a platform for students to validate their software prototypes, bridge the gap between academic theories and industry practices, and connect with a broad network of over 2,000 tech professionals. For more than three decades, the InnoServe Awards has been a leading launchpad for digital innovation. It is supported by significant government and academic bodies in Taiwan, including the Administration for Digital Industries (moda), the Department of Information and Technology Education, and the Chinese Society for Information Management. Participants gain valuable experience by developing and presenting their solutions to real-world challenges using cutting-edge technologies. The competition aims to foster a new generation of tech talents and facilitate the development of innovative services.
What to build
Projects focused on cutting-edge technologies, including Generative AI, smart manufacturing, cybersecurity, and green technology, as well as other innovative ICT services.
Prizes
Top prize
Cash prize, plus travel subsidies for finalist teams and a chance to visit Taiwan.
NT$200,000
Key dates
- Submission DeadlineNovember 07, 2026
Eligibility
The competition is open to global university and college student teams, including Bachelor, Master, and PhD students. Participants from all countries are eligible unless otherwise noted.
How to enter
- Visit the InnoServe Awards Website: https://innoserveawards.tca.org.tw/en/index.aspx
- Complete the online registration: https://innoserveawards.tca.org.tw/en/onlineRegistration.aspx
Sponsors & partners
Administration for Digital Industries (moda)Department of Information and Technology EducationChinese Society for Information Management