The oldest and largest programming contest for university teams, with regional rounds leading to the World Finals.
Who can apply
University students in teams of three with a coach; check regional rules.
Dates
Regional contests run each season; check the ICPC site for Asia regionals.
How to apply
- Form a team of three with a faculty coach.
- Practise on Codeforces and AtCoder together.
- Register for an Asia regional through icpc.global.
What it costs and what you get
Cost: Registration through your university
Benefits: World-class competition experience
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Before you apply
- Open the official page and confirm the dates in Nepal time.
- Read the eligibility rules in full, including age and country.
- Never pay an agent or a third party to apply. Official programmes say clearly if there is a fee.
- Save a copy of your application and any confirmation email.