The Big Bang Competition
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Advanced Level
4 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
11–18
School level
Secondary students (state-funded, home-educated, or community groups in UK)
Registration method
Individual Allowed
Competition stages
Online entry, shortlisting, video-call judging, finalist showcase, awards
Fee
Free
Online / in-person
Hybrid
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
4 Mar 2026
Competition starts
29 Apr 2026
Competition ends
30 Jun 2026
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Entry deadline: 4 March 2026 at 5pm. Finalists announced 21 April. Video call judging runs 29 April to 7 May. Showcase and awards occur at The Big Bang Fair in June.