MOROCCAN
CYBERSECURITY
OLYMPIAD
FRApplications closed ↗

MOROCCO / CYBERSECURITY PATHWAY / 2026–2027

Moroccan
Cybersecurity
Olympiad

Learn how systems work. Build the skills to protect them. And help prepare a Moroccan team for the International Cybersecurity Olympiad.

Beginners welcome. From every region of Morocco.

Applications closed Explore the programme

Student applications closed on 24 October 2026 at 23:59, Morocco time.

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missionTrain tomorrow’s talent
methodLearn → practise → improve
communityPupils + teachers + mentors
destinationICO 2027 · Italy

> Your starting point: curiosity.

03planned camps
04intended delegation places
01community to grow with

01 / OUR VISION

Beyond a medal.
A generation ready to protect.

We want to make cybersecurity accessible, help talent emerge and build a culture of digital responsibility in Morocco.

01

Open the door

Give pupils from every region a route into cybersecurity, including those with no prior experience.

02

Learn through practice

Combine solid foundations, guided exercises and feedback to develop reasoning, not just find the answer.

03

Raise awareness and share

Build good digital habits and encourage learners to share their knowledge with the people around them.

04

Prepare tomorrow’s leaders

Develop rigour, ethics, independence and teamwork. Carry Morocco’s ambition to ICO and aim for a medal.

02 / FIND YOUR PLACE

One shared ambition.
More than one way to join.

01 / JOIN

School pupils

Curious, just starting or already practising? The national pathway welcomes secondary-school, CPGE and BTS students. No platform score is required.

Application information
02 / JOIN

Teachers

Identify interested pupils, share the call in your school and support learners taking their first steps.

Support your pupils
03 / JOIN

Mentors & volunteers

Share a specialty, support the platform or help run workshops. Cyber Defense students can also contribute with supervision.

Join as a volunteer

Applying does not guarantee a camp or delegation place. International eligibility will be checked against ICO 2027 rules, including age, school status and representation requirements. Special cases will be reviewed.

03 / THE 2026–2027 SEASON

From your first challenge
to international preparation.

Online learning, assessments and camps: each step is designed to build skills and measure progress. Open a stage to learn more.

Provisional calendar · times and practical arrangements will be shared before each stage.

0128 SEP → 24 OCT 2026ApplyNational call and registration

Registration is closed. Applicants will receive the next steps by email.

021 NOV 2026First online CTFA shared starting point

The first individual CTF on 1 November helped us understand students’ strengths and learning needs. Its challenges are now available in CRISIS Training for further practice.

03NOV 2026 → JAN 2027PrepareOnline learning and practice

Guided sessions and individual practice strengthen the fundamentals and prepare students for the next competition. Students can also practise with the challenges available in CRISIS Training.

04DATE TO BE ANNOUNCEDSelection competitionBefore camp · around 20 places

Another competition will take place before the first camp to select around 20 students. Its date, rules and selection criteria will be announced in advance.

0524 → 31 JAN 2027First campPlanned window · sprint of around 3 days

The first camp will be a sprint of around three days within the 24–31 January window for the approximately 20 selected students. It will include guided workshops and an on-site CTF. ENSA Marrakech is the planned venue; exact dates and practical details will be shared with participants.

06FEB → MAR 2027Keep progressingRemote mentoring

After camp, feedback from the on-site CTF will guide regular practice, review sessions and progress discussions with mentors. Address weaker areas while keeping up with schoolwork.

0721 → 28 MAR 2027Second campDeeper practice · venue TBC

Strengthen skills across several domains, practise under time constraints and measure progress. Results guide the final preparation phase.

089 → 17 MAY 2027Final selection campAim: four representatives

Supervised assessments, technical explanations and a review of results to select four pupils proposed for the delegation. Confirmation also depends on international eligibility.

092027 · DATES TBCTowards ICO in ItalyDelegation preparation

Italy is the announced host. Dates, city and final rules remain to be confirmed. The national calendar may be adjusted to official nomination deadlines.

04 / START LEARNING

Open a terminal.
Start a journey.

A curated set of public resources to explore the basics, practise at your own pace and broaden your skills. You do not need a paid subscription to apply.

Your first week, made simple.

01

Understand

Explore the terminal, files and Python fundamentals.

02

Practise

Choose a few beginner exercises in an educational environment.

03

Explain

Write down your approach, what blocked you and what you learned.

Some sites require an account. Check their terms, especially for minors. CRISIS hosts the programme challenges; the other resources are independent.

Our shared rule: practise in authorized environments, respect people and their data, and explain your own work.

05 / BUILD IT TOGETHER

Your skills could
open someone’s door.

Teacher, university student, professional or willing volunteer? Offer a practical contribution, occasionally or regularly, around your availability.

01

Mentoring

Guide a topic, lead a session or help a beginner.

02

Platform & technology

Help develop reliable, accessible educational tools.

03

Challenges & teaching

Prepare exercises, review learning materials or translate content.

04

Schools & events

Share the call, host a workshop or support logistics and communication.

Offer my help

The team reviews each offer. Tasks, supervision and access are agreed before work begins. Competition experience is not needed for every role.

06 / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Before you begin.

Are applications still open?

No. Student applications closed on 24 October 2026 at 23:59, Morocco time. Volunteer offers remain open.

Can I apply from CPGE or BTS?

Yes, you can apply to the national programme. Choose CPGE or BTS and your current year in the form. International team selection remains subject to the applicable ICO rules.

Can I apply as a beginner?

Yes. Motivation and a willingness to learn matter. HTB, Root-Me and other practice profiles can be left blank. The national pathway welcomes secondary-school, CPGE and BTS students.

I am at university. How can I join?

You can offer help as a mentor, technical contributor or volunteer. ICO contestant eligibility follows specific rules; university status does not automatically qualify you for the delegation.

Do I need to live in Marrakech?

No. The call welcomes pupils from across Morocco. Part of the programme takes place online. Camp arrangements and travel requirements will be shared with the relevant participants.

Will travel be covered?

Practical arrangements and any support available will be communicated before each camp. Please wait for confirmation from the team before booking travel.

What equipment do I need?

A computer and internet connection are useful for online practical work. If access is difficult, contact the team to discuss your situation. No equipment purchase or paid subscription is required to apply.

What happens after submitting a form?

A confirmation appears on screen. A confirmation email is sent for each new application or offer of help; delivery may take a little time. Please also check your spam folder. Contact the team if you need to correct your submission.

How is my information used?

Responses are used to review your application or offer of help and organize the programme. They are not published. Each form explains hosting, retention and your rights.

HAVE A QUESTION?

Let’s find your place in the programme.

Contact the team about an application, an offer of help or practical questions.