The Intellectual Property Innovation Youth Awards is a competition organised by the
Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) to recognize and celebrate
outstanding young innovators with original creations The event aims to promote creativity, foster IP awareness, and inspire the next generation of IP leaders.
The Awards are open to individuals aged between 18-35 years, who are residents of South Africa. Participants must submit an entry that meets the competition criteria outlined on the official website.
Participants must submit an entry that meets the competition criteria outlined on the official website.
By entering the competition, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information by CIPC for the purposes of administering the Awards and related communications. Your personal data will not be sold to third parties, but it may be used for marketing and promotional activities related to the Awards.
Yes, team entries are allowed. If you are entering as a team, make sure that each team member meets the eligibility criteria. All team members must be identified in the entry submission. Team submissions will be considered as one entry and will receive one set of prizes.
The deadline for submitting entries is 13 March 2026. Entries received after this date will not be considered.
Entries will be evaluated based on:
Winners will be selected by a panel of independent judges based on the criteria outlined above. The judging process will ensure fairness and transparency.
Yes, the winners will be announced during the Awards ceremony, which will be held on the 26th of March. Details about the event will be shared with finalists well in advance.
Yes, finalists are required to attend the Awards ceremony unless otherwise agreed upon by the CIPC. Travel and accommodation expenses may be covered for finalists (subject to specific terms).
No, Each candidate is only allowed to enter under 1 category.
By entering the competition, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information by CIPC for the purposes of administering the Awards and related communications. Your personal data will not be sold to third parties, but it may be used for marketing and promotional activities related to the Awards.
Yes, you can withdraw your entry at any time before the submission deadline. If you wish to withdraw, please contact us at general@cipc.co.za.
If you are found to be in violation of the competition rules, such as submitting plagiarised work or failing to meet eligibility requirements, your entry may be disqualified. CIPC reserves the right to disqualify any participant who does not adhere to the Terms and Conditions.
If you are unable to attend the ceremony or claim your prize, please notify us as soon as possible. CIPC will make arrangements based on the circumstances, but prizes may be forfeited if they are not claimed within a certain period.
Yes, participants retain ownership of their intellectual property. However, by entering the competition, you grant CIPC a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your work for promotional and educational purposes related to the Awards.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the CIPC Awards team at info@cipc.co.za.
