Are you a student with a passion for technology, an innovative spirit, and a desire to make a difference in the world? If so, the Microsoft Imagine Cup Competition is calling your name. The application period for the 2025 Microsoft Imagine Cup is now open, and it’s your chance to join a global community of students using technology to solve local and global challenges.
Going into its 23rd year, the Imagine Cup is not just a competition; it’s a platform for students to develop their skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and gain access to exclusive training and mentorship. It’s a journey that could lead to winning great prizes, including a USD 100,000 grand prize and a mentorship session with Microsoft Chairman and CEO, Satya Nadella.
The 2025 Imagine Cup promises to be an exciting journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Participants will have the opportunity to work with the latest generative models in Founders Hub, access Azure credits, and receive expert mentorship. This is your chance to harness the power of AI to tackle real-world problems and make a positive impact.

Past winners of the Imagine Cup have used AI to develop groundbreaking solutions. For example, the 2024 winner, Team FOR YOUR EYES, used GPT-4 and their own image recognition technology to create a mobile application and API that provides real-time visual explanations to users with vision disabilities. Their innovation is not only helping individuals with vision disabilities but also licensing their technology to other developers and businesses via their API, with partnerships already secured with multiple entities.
In 2023, Kenya’s team TAWI won the competition with their innovation that applied machine learning tools to help children with auditory processing disorder (APD). Their technology reduces background noise, improves speech quality, and converts speech to text, helping children with APD understand others better.
If you’re ready to join the ranks of these prestigious winners and make your mark on the world, now is the time to apply. The 2025 Imagine Cup is your opportunity to turn your ideas into reality, and you can start your journey by applying here.
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to imagine the future and make it a reality with the Microsoft Imagine Cup.