2026 United Arab Emirates

The 3rd edition of IOAI

The International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), the newest International Science Olympiad in the world, has announced that its 3rd edition will be held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in 2026.

The main host for IOAI 2026 will be the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). This graduate-level institution, dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence, is located in Abu Dhabi and offers specialized programs in areas such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. It fosters innovation and prepares students to become leaders in the field of artificial intelligence.

 

Location

The 3rd edition of the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence is set to take place in Abu Dhabi:

  • The world’s safest city, for the 8th year in a row.​
  • One of the world’s most diverse populations, with 200+ different nationalities calling Abu Dhabi home.​
  • With 33% of the world just a 4-hour flight away and 80% of the world reachable with an 8-hour flight, the emirate offers world-class infrastructure and connectivity across four time zones.​

Accreditation

If you’re planning to take part in IOAI 2026, click on the button below to find out more.

Accreditation