Uzbekistan Hosts the International Olympiad in Informatics for the First Time

Uzbekistan is hosting the International Olympiad in Informatics for the first time on August 7, 20:17 My.kurs-ishi.uz Submission of documents Uzbekistan is hosting the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI-2026) for the first time in its history. This prestigious international competition will be held from August 9 to 16 in the city of Tashkent.

This was announced by the Ministry of Digital Technologies. Participants of IOI-2026 This year’s Olympiad will feature participants from over 97 countries worldwide. ## Key Details and Important Information The number of participants, including delegations, coaches, representatives of the international committee, and guests, will exceed 900. ## Key Details and Important Information Indicator | Data --- | --- Countries | Over 97 Students | 386 students Total participants | Over 900 Uzbekistan national team | 2 teams, totaling 8 students Eight talented students will compete as part of two national teams representing Uzbekistan. ## Key Details and Important Information What is the International Olympiad in Informatics? ## Key Details and Important Information The International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) is an international competition held since 1989, testing the algorithmic thinking and programming skills of school students. ## Process and Outcomes Uzbekistan has been participating in this Olympiad since 1995.

During this time, the country's representatives have won several bronze medals. ## Process and Outcomes How does the competition take place? The Olympiad consists of two main competition days. ## Process and Outcomes Each day, participants are presented with three complex algorithmic problems, with 5 hours allocated for solving them.

Participants may use the following programming languages: C++; Java; Python. ## Process and Outcomes Solutions are evaluated through a special automated testing system. How did the Uzbekistan team prepare?

Uzbek students prepared for the competition for several months under the guidance of experienced coaches. The training included special preparation on algorithmic problems, data structures, and programming.

A cultural program will also be organized for participants According to the Ministry of Digital Technologies, a cultural program for foreign delegations has also been planned as part of the Olympiad. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the historical and cultural sites of Tashkent and Samarkand.

When will the winners be announced? At the end of the competition, participants with the highest results will be awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals.

Winners are expected to be announced on August 10. The IOI-2026 competition will be held at a modern IT academy in Tashkent and will conclude with a ceremonial closing on August 16.

Hosting the international Olympiad is seen as an important step in supporting IT education and young programmers in Uzbekistan.