Application Deadline: 28 January 2026 at 23:59 CET.
LOCATION: Germany
One of the world’s premier design awards for students, receiving more than 7,000 entries annually from all over the world. iF Design, together with our Sponsors offers a platform for innovative student concepts. Submission for a forward-thinking concept to the iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD 2026 is currently ongoing and will be closing by 28 January 2026!
ELIGIBILITY:
Current students and recent graduates (having gained their diploma up to two years ago) of all design-related courses and programs are welcome to register their concepts.
You can register online via the my iF section of our website. As a new participant, you must first create a user account.
If you are currently enrolled at a university or graduated no more than 2 years ago, you can participate.
You can apply with several different concepts. However, it is not permitted to submit the same concept to different categories.
You can edit all data of your entry in your my iF account until the registration deadline.
The iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD Jury evaluates all entries using five relevant criteria: Problem Solving, Moral-Ethical Standards, Solidarity, Economic Calculations, and Beneficial Experiences.
The iF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD is free of charge.
BENEFIT:
Recognition: Winning a design award is a reward for your great work during university.
Networking and PR: Get your name out in the wider design community! Winning an award can open doors to future jobs and more.
Funding: All winners are considered for part of EUR 50,000 in prize money.
Challenge Yourself: See how well your design stacks up to other students around the world.
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