2026 Timeline

From registration to finals.

Registration opens on 29 June 2026.

  1. Registration Opens

    Teams of three begin registering for the first GAAC season.

  2. Registration Closes

    Final team lists are locked before the qualification stage.

  3. Mock Test

    An optional practice round to familiarize with the exam platform and question format.

  4. Round 1 - Individual Qualification

    40 multiple-choice questions covering all syllabus domains. 1-hour time limit. Every member takes the exam individually; scores contribute to the team total.

  5. Round of 16 - Qualifier

    The top 16 teams compete individually in 20 more-challenging multiple-choice questions within a 30-minute limit.

  6. Round 2 - Knockout

    Knockout Stage: the 8 strongest teams face off in pairs over a supervised Zoom session, solving 10 problem-solving questions together in 1 hour.

  7. Final Results & Certificates

    Results are announced on 16-17 September, and all participants and ambassadors receive their certificates.