Participation Information
The Singapore Invention Convention celebrates STEM education inventors and entrepreneurs from Kindergarten to Post-Secondary. Participants are given the opportunity showcase their brilliant inventions and receive feedback for improvement.
Since 2020, we have broadened our reach to welcome participants from across the region, extending a warm welcome to innovators from countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Japan!
Deserving participants receive awards, mentorship opportunities with leading experts, and a chance to compete on a global stage. Our young inventors and entrepreneurs have also been featured in the local media and recognised by ministers in Singapore!
We would like to thank our co-organiser and knowledge partner, Temasek Polytechnic, and our presenting sponsor, Pratt & Whitney, for providing a platform to empower inventors to realize their creations’ full potential and inspire future innovators.
Registration for the 2026 Singapore Invention Convention will commence on 1 Feb, 2026.
Rules for the Invention Convention:
- Inventors may not use lighters, matches, candles, or any other open flame or heat source, or anything material or liquid considered combustible.
- Inventions may not contain biohazards or utilize any materials that are, or could become, dangerous.
- Other restricted items include:
- Electric stun guns
- Martial arts weapons
- Guns, replica guns, or ammunition
- Fireworks
- Knives of any size
- Mace or pepper spray
- Razors or box cutters
- Group projects are limited to a maximum of 5 participants per project.
- Outlet power is not allowed. Inventions must operate independently without relying on external electrical sources.
- Foodstuffs and other consumables are not allowed. If an invention requires food or consumables, the inventor is required to simulate these components.
- Your prototype must fit on your allotted space. No extra tables or surfaces are allowed.
- All team members are required to attend the judging session. Any participant or Teams that do not appear will be disqualified from the competition, with the exception of medical emergencies.
- Inventors must clear their boards, prototypes, and materials before the Awards Ceremony.
Materials required for participation:
Image of Inventor/ Inventors
Ensure that the headshot is clear, well-lit. Headshots should be submitted in a standard digital image format such as JPEG or PNG. This ensures compatibility and ease of processing during the registration procedure.
If there are multiple inventors involved, please submit a group photo.
Physical Display Board
Inventors are required to prepare a physical display board showcasing their innovation. The display board should effectively communicate key aspects of the invention, including its purpose, features, benefits, and any relevant data or visuals.
The standard dimensions for a basic tri-fold display board are approximately 90 centimeters in height and 120 centimeters in width when fully unfolded
Your Invention Logbook
Inventors participating in the Singapore Invention Convention 2026 are required to maintain an invention logbook as part of their submission. The invention logbook serves as a comprehensive record of the development process, documenting crucial stages, insights, challenges, and achievements related to the invention.
Images/ Photos of your prototype
Inventors should provide images of their prototype(s). These images serve as visual representations of the invention’s design, features, and functionality.
Submit prototype images in a standard digital format, such as JPEG or PNG, to ensure compatibility and ease of viewing.
Note to participants: You do not need all your deliverables to be ready before registering! You may register first, and then come back to update your materials. Registration fee is SGD$25 per inventor. An invoice will be sent to you after your successful registration.
If you are in a group project, every member of the group must submit an individual registration. But only one member needs to upload your team’s logbook/pitch/prototype images/video pitch.
