Frequently Asked Questions

What is APIC?

Asia Pacific Innovation Challenge is a regional case study competition for youth which addresses pressing global challenges by bringing innovative solutions to them.

It provides a virtual platform for the youth in the Asia Pacific region to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges to receive opportunities and mentorship for them.

What is the format of the competition?

APIC has three phases:

Initial round (Teams submit the solutions for the Case Study)
Semifinals (Live Pitch)
Finals (Live Pitch)

What are the 3 streams this competition is based on?

This competition will be based on 3 tracks:

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Data Science in everyday life
Sustainability in Businesses
Driving Youth Entrepreneurship in a Digital World

Who can participate in this competition?

All the enthusiastic youth under 30 years from the Asia Pacific Region. Undergraduates from all tertiary institutions in the region are welcome to participate in teams or individually.

What does it cost to participate in this competition?

Participation is entirely free of charge for this competition.

How can I apply?

You simply have to fill the registration form and submit your CV. If you have a team of 2-5 members it would be great, but even if you don’t have a team still you can register individually. Maximum number of members in each team will be five.

If you register individually, you will be competing individually, according to the choice of track.

What are the benefits you will receive by participating in this competition?

This competition will be an unforgettable experience for all participants as you will be able to interact with delegates from across the region and mentors from recognized organizations. You will be given an e-certificate and many more opportunities are yet to come.