The ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2026 has concluded with resounding success, marking another milestone for this prestigious annual digital competition in the Asia Pacific region.
Since its inception in 2017, the competition has grown into one of the most anticipated regional platforms celebrating digital excellence among students. Focused on practical digital competencies, the challenge equips participants with essential skills that support their academic growth, further studies, and future career pathways. Through tasks aligned with the global digital economy, students engage with emerging technologies, digital design, and essential productivity tools — developing real-world capabilities that prepare them to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Open to students in the Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary categories in Business, Design and Emerging Technologies Tracks, the ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2026 continues the mission to promote a collaborative and inclusive learning environment while encouraging digital proficiency at every educational level. This reinforces our commitment to advancing digital literacy from early education to professional application.
Over the past eight months, from March to October 2026, the competition brought together more than 11,000 students from over 210 schools and institutions across 11 territories, including Bhutan, Brunei, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam. The strong participation reflects the growing recognition of the competition’s role in nurturing future-ready digital talents and empowering young learners with the competencies essential for success in the modern world.
This year’s winners demonstrated outstanding creativity, problem-solving skills, and technical expertise across various competition tracks. Their achievements highlight the increasing importance of digital literacy and serve as a source of inspiration for students across Asia to embrace innovation and excellence in the digital era.
Award Winners for Respective Competition Categories and Tracks
PRIMARY CATEGORY
Gold Award
- Darrell Revandya Susatyo, Sampoerna Academy Jakarta, Indonesia
- Aisyah Adam Chong Kim Beng, Al-Amin Darul Musthofa School (Batu Caves), Malaysia
Silver Award
- Rigzin Wangmo, Norbugang Primary School, Bhutan
- Kyal Sin Cho Hannah, MCTA:RVi Academy, Mandalay, Myanmar
- Zara Zafira Mohamad Fairus, Al-Amin Darul Musthofa School (Batu Caves), Malaysia
Bronze Award
- Lim Jing Jie, Rosyth School, Singapore
- Agga Moe Andison, MCTA:RVi Academy, Mandalay, Myanmar
- Kai Juari, Rivervale Primary School, Singapore
Secondary & Tertiary Levels Categories
BUSINESS TRACK
Gold Award
Secondary Level
- Cai Yuheng, Ningbo School of Economics and Trade, China
- Megan Ng, elc International School, Malaysia
- Sebastian Rastrullo, Treston International College, Philippines
- Lulitha Mahima Hettiarachchi Dayananda, Gateway College Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tertiary Level
- Nguyen Khanh Huyen, Academy of Finance, Vietnam
- Chen Zimo, Jiangsu Nanjing Engineering Vocational School, China
- Sean Kenneth Amor, Treston International College, Philippines
Silver Award
Secondary Level
- Nur Zarra Zhamila Binti Norzelan, Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School, Petra Jaya, Sarawak, Malaysia
- Rui You, Jiangsu Journalism and Publishing School, China
- Sasmi Siriwardana, Gateway College Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Harris Jason Arokiadas, elc International School, Malaysia
- Kinley Rigden Yuden, Shaba Higher Secondary School, Bhutan
- Nekhel Rai, Gesarling Central School, Bhutan
Tertiary Level
- Lealyn Fortaliza, Treston International College, Philippines
- Muhamad Amir Luqman Bin Mohamad Alwi, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia
- Choo Siew Kean, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (Johor Campus), Malaysia
Bronze Award
Secondary Level
- Phakhanan Thapkhuntod, Suranaree Technical College, Thailand
- Delice Lee, Stellar International School, Malaysia
- Xu Wenbin, Nanjing Communication Technician College, China
- Eshton Emmanuel Ng, New Town Secondary School, Singapore
- William Lynn Myat, Evergreen Secondary School, Singapore
Tertiary Level
- Cdt. Pongporn Meeplad, Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, Thailand
- Feng Yuze, Jiangsu Guannan Vocational School, China
- Edward Renhuijiro Octabient, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore
- Nguyen Thi Mai Linh, National Economic University, Vietnam
- Avit Febriansyah, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
DESIGN TRACK
Gold Award
Secondary Level
- Soon Hwa Tao, Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School, Petra Jaya, Sarawak, Malaysia
Tertiary Level
- Chen Qiuguo, Huizhou Polytechnic, China
Silver Award
Secondary Level
- Xu Dingjie, Huizhou Comprehensive School, China
- Li Yinhan, Jiangsu Nanjing Engineering Vocational School, China
Tertiary Level
- Wan Enqi, Nanjing Health Vocational and Technical School, China
- Gao Jiayi, Huizhou Polytechnic, China
Bronze Award
Secondary Level
- Lin Wenyu, Huizhou Polytechnic, China
- Lei Yuyang, Nanjing Health Vocational and Technical School, China
- Ayunda Samara Nurdyana, MAN 1 Pasuruan, Indonesia
Tertiary Level
- Ni Shien, Jiangsu Gaochun Secondary Vocational School, China
- Kyel Sin Win Naing, RVi College, Myanmar
- Ang Yu Sheng, Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES TRACK
Gold Award
Secondary/ Junior College Level
- Lakmina Wickramaarachchi, Gateway College Kandy, Sri Lanka
- Alexandra Aromin, Philippine Science High School – Cordillera Administrative Region Campus, Philippines
- Senula Totamuna, Gateway College Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tertiary Level
- Shivarsankar Thanabalan, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
- Lovell Wen Xuan Koh, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore
- Penpitchaya Chinudomsub, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
- Low Nam Lee, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (Johor Campus), Malaysia
Silver Award
Secondary/ Junior College Level
- Kongpop Iadthungkha, Montfort College School, Thailand
- John Aifel Fontanilla, Philippine Science High School – Cordillera Administrative Region Campus, Philippines
- Muhamad Faqih Riyadi, MA Unggulan KH. Abd. Wahab Hasbulloh, Indonesia
- Ethan Emmerson Anak Lawrance, Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Tertiary Level
- Cdt. Fonluang Srivichien, Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, Thailand
- Thanis Nantha Kumar, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
- Lee Wei Kang, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (Johor Campus), Malaysia
- Akram Abdullah Ali Al-Surabi, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
Bronze Award
Secondary/ Junior College Level
- Kiona Liuly, Methodist Charles Wesley School, Indonesia
- Aidan Dugan Kaba, Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School, Petra Jaya, Sarawak, Malaysia
- Muhammad Nur Hisyam Bin Mohsin, Yayasan Sarawak International Secondary School, Petra Jaya, Sarawak, Malaysia
- Kavin Jayakumar, St Andrew’s Junior College, Singapore
- Xander Kim Wee, International School Brunei, Brunei
- Shaunak Chhetri, Lungtenphu Middle Secondary School, Bhutan
Tertiary Level
- Shafiq Arif Bin Shamsul Arif, Politeknik Ungku Omar, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
- Ravfael Novfito Handoyo, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
- Rinchen Dorji, Sherubtse College (School of Data Science and Data Analytics), Bhutan
- Pietro Bacani, Treston International College, Philippines
As we celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of this year’s participants, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our supporting partners Enterprise Ireland, Siemens, and Skillsbox as well as to all our esteemed panel of judges for their invaluable contributions. Their steadfast support continues to drive the advancement of digital literacy and innovation, empowering the next generation of digital leaders in Asia.
Once again congratulations to all the winners, participants, institutions, and mentors for making the ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2026 a tremendous success. Together, we are shaping a digitally skilled and future-ready generation that will lead Asia’s digital transformation journey.