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NASA Space Apps Challenge

NASA

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Overview

Teams solve real challenges set by NASA and partner space agencies using open data, at local events worldwide and online. The 2026 edition runs on 14–15 November 2026.

Who it's for
High school, Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, Graduated / working
Fields
Computer Science, Data Science & AI, Engineering, Natural Sciences, Environment & Sustainability, Arts & Design
VerifiedSource: NASA(opens in a new tab)· Last verified November 2026

Eligibility & requirements

  • 01Open to all ages, skill levels and backgrounds

Summarised from the official programme pages. The official rules always take precedence.

Funding

Global awards and recognition from NASA.

Deadline

2026 hackathon

14–15 November 2026

VerifiedSource: NASA(opens in a new tab)· Last verified November 2026

Timing from previous cycles. Add this to your planner and enter the confirmed date once it's announced.

Location

Local events worldwide and online

Application process

  1. 1Register on the Space Apps site.
  2. 2Join or form a team at a local event or online.
  3. 3Submit your project during the 48-hour hackathon.
Apply on the official website

Careers this builds toward

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Entry roles: Junior ML Engineer, Data Scientist

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Entry roles: Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer

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