Greetings Codeforces community!

We are excited to announce the Constructor Open Cup 2026, our annual online programming competition organized by Constructor University and JetBrains Foundation.

What is the Constructor Open Cup?

Constructor Open Cup is an online contest organized by Constructor University and JetBrains Foundation to promote interest in computer science, data science, software development, and software engineering.

Put your knowledge and skills to the test in this 4-hour competition and stand a chance to walk away with a scholarship for a bachelor's degree in Software, Data and Technology (BSc SDT) at Constructor University, Germany’s #1 private university*!

Constructor Open Cup timetable

February 2 — February 12, 2026 | Practice Round

Get familiar with the testing environment during this practice round.

February 12, 2026 at 2 PM (UTC) | Main Round

You will have 4 hours to complete a series of algorithmic programming tasks. Registration closes 1 hour before the start of the contest. Winner announcement

The top candidates aiming to study for a bachelor’s degree will have a chance to get scholarships* for the BSc SDT program by Constructor University and JetBrains Foundation.

*The winners who applied to the BSc SDT will receive an email to schedule the interview with Constructor University and JetBrains Foundation.

How can I participate?

• Register your details on the webpage.
• Finalize your registration at Codeforces using the link you receive in the confirmation email.
• If you have any further queries, please reach out to [email protected].

How can I prepare?

Prepare for the Constructor Open Cup 2026 with an online editorial where our expert goes over the problems from last year’s competition and shares helpful tips. The editorial is available here.

What do participants say?

“I was just surfing Codeforces blogs when I found a post about the Constructor Open Cup 2023. After discovering that I could have a chance to win a scholarship from JetBrains, I registered for the competition and placed among the top 20-30. The contest itself was very interesting, with different types of problems that allowed me to showcase my knowledge. I felt very honoured to receive a scholarship, and now I am one of the students in the BSc SDT program” – IMRUN, BSc SDT second-year student.

Can I participate?

Everyone is welcome! The contest is open for all ages and skill levels, all you need is a passion for coding. To get the chance for the scholarship for BSc SDT, please check Constructor University’s eligibility requirements.

About the BSc SDT program

The BSc Software, Data and Technology (SDT) program is an innovative and unparalleled way to jumpstart a career in the rapidly growing fields of software, data and technology. The program is crafted in partnership with JetBrains Foundation, a non-profit organization within the JetBrains group – a global software company. Not only will you learn the latest technologies, but you will also be ready to hit the ground running as soon as you graduate.

With a BSc in Software, Data and Technology, graduates will be well-equipped to pursue a variety of career paths, including data scientist, software engineer, full-stack developer, analytics expert, data mining specialist, network security analyst, artificial intelligence engineer, and more. This program is ideal for students who are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems and make a meaningful impact in the world.

Enrolling in the SDT program will be a smart investment for your future and will open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in software, data and technology.