The Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute successfully hosted the national hackathon "IT-Intelligence: Digital Test – 2026" from April 20 to 21. Students from 19 higher and vocational educational institutions across the country participated in this competitive event. Conducted online, the hackathon focused on individual and collective assessments, testing the technical proficiency and innovative problem-solving skills of the participants in the digital sphere.

In the individual category, the Grand Prix was awarded to a student from the Institute of Engineering, Technical and Transport Communications of Turkmenistan for demonstrating exceptional technical knowledge. Students from the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics and the Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs secured first-place honors. The prize list also featured participants from various specialized universities, highlighting a nationwide trend toward advanced digital literacy among the youth.

The team standings saw the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics of Turkmenistan claim the overall Grand Prix, underscoring their leadership in the field of modern information technology. Other top performers included teams from the International University of Oil and Gas named after Yagshygeldi Kakaev, the International University for the Humanities and Development, and the host institution, showcasing the collaborative spirit of the academic community.

The winners were officially recognized with honorary diplomas presented by the organizing university. This hackathon serves as a crucial element in Turkmenistan’s efforts to foster a tech-savvy generation capable of driving the nation’s digital transformation. By providing a platform for academic excellence and practical application, the event has solidified its role as a premier competition for aspiring IT professionals in the region.