Three days left to enter the ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 as submissions accelerate
Final days to submit as entries increase across AI, skills, and digital learning categories.
There are now just three days left to enter the ETIH Innovation Awards 2026, with submissions continuing to come in at pace from across the global EdTech sector.
As a new awards programme, this year marks the first opportunity for organizations to be part of what is set to become a key moment in the EdTech calendar. Entries so far reflect a strong mix of AI-led innovation, workforce development initiatives, and platforms focused on delivering measurable outcomes.
For those still considering entering, the final window is narrowing.
Who should be entering
The awards are open to organizations across the education and skills ecosystem.
This includes EdTech providers building AI-powered tools and digital learning platforms, higher education institutions implementing new delivery models, schools embedding technology into teaching and learning, and organizations focused on workforce development, training, and upskilling.
Early-stage companies and startups are also encouraged to enter, alongside more established organizations. Multiple categories are available, allowing entrants to position their work across different areas of impact.
Submissions are assessed by an independent judging panel made up of educators, researchers, and practitioners, with a focus on real-world implementation, scalability, and outcomes.
Spotlight on ETIH Thought Leader of the Year
The ETIH Thought Leader of the Year category reflects a shift in how influence is being defined across the sector.
As AI and EdTech continue to dominate the conversation, the volume of commentary has increased. Within that, individuals who bring clarity, practical insight, and a grounded perspective are becoming more visible.
This category recognizes those who contribute consistently to the sector, not through volume alone, but through relevance and substance. Judges will be looking at how individuals connect emerging technologies to real-world application across education, skills, and workforce development.
How to enter
Entries are open until Friday, 27 March 2026.
Submissions can be made via the ETIH Innovation Awards website, where each category includes detailed criteria and guidance. Entrants can complete an online form or download a submission document.
Entry fees are £80 for a single entry, or £150 for two or more entries.
The shortlist will be announced in April 2026, with winners revealed in May 2026. Shortlisted organizations receive official digital badges and category-focused coverage, while winners are featured in dedicated editorial across the ETIH website, newsletter, and LinkedIn channels.
With entries building in the final days, this is the last opportunity to be part of the inaugural ETIH Innovation Awards cohort.
