2026–2027

Romanian National Artificial Intelligence Olympiad

Learn, experiment and take your next step. Explore the resources and preparation programme for the next ONIA edition.

Preparing for IOAI 2027Singapore · 4–10 July 2027

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ONIA 2026–2027

Oct.–Dec. 2026
Preparation and practice
January 2027
Mock contest and local stage
March–April 2027
County and national stages
May–June 2027
National team preparation

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The months of the ONIA stages are provisional. Exact dates will follow official approval.

Essential Information

Everything you need to know to participate and excel at ONIA

Draft ONIA 2026–2027 Calendar

See the indicative months for each competition stage and the preparation programme. The calendar may change until officially approved.

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Complete Preparation Resources

Access regulations, educational programs, study materials and problems from previous editions.

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Romania's Champions

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DraftOctober 5, 2026

Draft ONIA 2026–2027 programme

Explore the indicative months for the ONIA 2027 stages and the October–December 2026 preparation programme. Exact dates will follow after confirmation.

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August 8, 2026

8 students, 8 medals: Romania ranks fourth in the IOAI 2026 medal table

Romania won 3 gold, 2 silver and 3 bronze medals in Astana. Meet all eight medal winners and read the complete press release.

April 21, 2026

The Road to Kazakhstan 2026 Starts in Timișoara

The third edition of ONIA has designated the winners of the national phase. The national team that will represent Romania at IOAI 2026 will be determined in Timișoara, May 21-25.

Previous edition

ONIA 2026 results

2026 edition archive

National stage

April 17–20, 2026

Final results published

County stage

March 14, 2026

Final results published

Local stage

February 14, 2026

Final results published

From the national stage:Press release YouTube Photos

2026 national team selection · programme and rankings

Extended team results — Top 12

The top 12 competitors after the Timișoara camp continued selection for the international competitions.

12 qualified · 2 rounds · 335 points, top score

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Extended team camp

May 21–25, 2026 · UVT + UPT, Timișoara. Training for the 30 qualified students, with workshops, selection contests and an awards ceremony.

5 days · Training workshops · 2 contests · Completed

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National team 2026

30 competitors, according to Art. 21 of the ONIA Regulations.

Team composition
MEC decision (PDF)

International competitions

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About ONIA

Romanian National Artificial Intelligence Olympiad

ONIA is an educational competition for students passionate about artificial intelligence. The pathway includes local, county and national stages, followed by national team selection and preparation.

Each stage includes practical tests conducted on a modern competition platform, developed with the support of the Romanian Computer Science Teachers Association (UPIR). Students who excel in these tests have the unique opportunity to represent Romania at the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, competing alongside the most talented young minds from around the world.

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Why Participate?

Learning and Development

Deepen your knowledge in artificial intelligence through practical challenges and quality educational resources.

Prestigious Competition

Demonstrate your skills before a committee of specialists and gain recognition at national and international levels.

Future Opportunities

Open your path to top universities and careers in AI, the most dynamic technological sector.

The ONIA community

Supporting AI education together

The Romanian National Artificial Intelligence Olympiad is made possible thanks to the support of partners and sponsors who believe in the importance of education in AI.

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