🗓️ Timeline
The Arab AI Hackathon 2025 follows a structured timeline designed to ensure transparency, fairness, and ample preparation time for participants across the Arab world.
| Phase | Activity | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Call for Proposal | Launch of the official submission portal on AICTO’s website. | October 20, 2025 |
| Submission Deadline | Proposals and supporting documents must be submitted online. | November 15, 2025 |
| National Review | National Scientific Councils evaluate proposals and select the top two researchers per country. | November 15–20, 2025 |
| Finalist Notification | Announcement of national finalists on the Hackathon website and via official email. | November 20, 2025 |
| Preparation Period | Finalists prepare presentation materials and attend virtual mentorship sessions. | November 20– December 1, 2025 |
| Arab AI Hackathon Summit Finals | Live presentations, judging, and award ceremony during the Arab AI Summit. | December 2–3, 2025 |