Overview
The Geneva Centre for Security Policy is accepting entries for its 2026 Prize for Innovation in Global Security, recognizing original contributions that address major global security challenges.
Complete competition details
The prize is open across disciplines and sectors and can recognize a new initiative, technology, research publication or institutional accomplishment. The first-place laureate receives CHF 10,000 and a certificate of excellence. Second- and third-place recipients receive certificates of recognition, and two additional projects receive honourable mentions. Winners are scheduled to be announced in fall 2026.
Eligibility requirements
GCSP states that the prize is open to all disciplines and sectors. Applicants should submit an original, impactful contribution relevant to global peace and security and follow the current 2026 rules and application requirements on the official page.
Tips for this competition
Practical Job and Scholarship guidance. These tips do not replace official rules or create new eligibility requirements.
- Study the scoring criteria and previous winners before deciding what evidence, prototype, essay, research or portfolio will best support the entry.
- Confirm country, age, team, education and organization restrictions and whether one person may enter multiple submissions.
- Follow the required file format, word/time limits and naming rules exactly; technical non-compliance can disqualify a strong entry.
- Keep proof of submission and submit before the deadline rather than relying on the final hour.
Verification notes
Verified on the current GCSP 2026 prize page. Registration is open and the deadline is September 23, 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2. First prize is CHF 10,000 plus a certificate.
Job and Scholarship is the discovery and verification layer. Confirm eligibility, dates, salary/funding and application instructions on the original source before submitting anything.
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