AIS Academy Launches Hackathon to Transform Thai Education With AI

AIS Academy continues its "Think Ahead Mission" by partnering with NIA and educational sector allies to invite students across Thailand to reshape the future of Thai education in the AI era through JUMP THAILAND HACKATHON 2026.

AIS Academy is advancing its "Think Ahead Mission" vision by opening applications nationwide for JUMP THAILAND HACKATHON 2026, continuing into its fourth consecutive year under the theme "AI for the Future of Thai Education." The initiative invites young innovators to compete in developing solutions that elevate Thai education, expand learning access, strengthen student and educator capabilities, and create new learning models for the future. Total prize money exceeds 220,000 baht. This year's program partners with the National Innovation Agency (NIA), along with collaboration from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, and the Ministry of Education. Applications are open from today through August 15, 2025.

Kantiima Loeloeitjutyatham, Senior Executive Vice President for Corporate Business at Advanced Info Service PLC, stated: "As AI reshapes economies, industries, and people's lives, a country's competitive advantage lies not just in having technology, but in having 'people' ready to learn, understand, and apply AI to create real value. We believe people are a nation's greatest strength, and education is the foundation for preparing people for the future. That's why AIS Academy prioritizes innovation as a driver for learning and human development, especially in education—the starting point for developing Thai potential long-term. We aim to create a space where young people can think, act, and use technology to solve real challenges, turning learning into socially beneficial outcomes."

He continued: "Under our 'Think Ahead Mission,' AIS looks beyond technology development to prepare Thai people of all ages, especially youth who form our nation's foundation. JUMP THAILAND HACKATHON is not merely a competition platform, but a space enabling young people to harness their potential, transform Thai education, create new learning approaches, and drive the nation's future through sustainable innovation."

This year's JUMP THAILAND HACKATHON 2026 operates under the concept "AI for the Future of Thai Education: Artificial Intelligence Technology for Thailand's Educational Future." The program creates space for university and college students nationwide to learn the innovation development process—from problem understanding and concept design to solution development and presentation before judges. AIS experts and mentors, partnering with education and industry sectors, will provide guidance to help ideas translate into practical applications.

Promeshwar Phummuljrang, Head of Innovation Driving Department at AIS, noted: "Over the years, JUMP THAILAND HACKATHON has demonstrated Thai students' capacity to apply technology toward developing innovative solutions addressing societal needs. This year, we've expanded the competition process to reach young people nationwide more broadly through Bootcamps in four regions: Southern Thailand at Prince of Songkla University's Hat Yai campus, Northern Thailand at Chiang Mai University, Northeastern Thailand at Khon Kaen University, and Central Thailand at Chulalongkorn University, before selecting 10 finalists."