UAE's largest Inter-School Coding Competition
Welcome to Code Battle
Where young innovators build, compete, and showcase creativity under pressure.
5+
Seasons
2,500+
Students Trained
120+
Schools Engaged
500+
Projects Built
What is Code Battle?
Code Battle is UAE’s leading inter-school coding competition, powered by iCodejr — a high-energy, theme-based competition where students race to build a project in just 2 hours, then present to industry judges. It inspires creativity, teamwork, real-world problem-solving, and next-generation tech skills.
Algorithm Challenges
Open to Grades 1–12
Block or text-based coding
Team-based challenge
Themes revealed on event day
Judged by industry experts
Divisions
Compete in the division that matches your grade level
Cadet Division
Grades 1–4
Block-based coding challenges.
Captain Division
Grades 5–8
Block or text-based coding.
Colonel Division
Grades 9–12
Advanced programming & innovation challenges.
How it Works
1
Schools Register Teams
Register your school and assemble your teams
2
Attend Onsite Event
Students arrive at the venue ready to compete
3
Themes Revealed Live
Competition themes announced at the start
4
Build in 2 Hours
Teams code their projects under time pressure
5
Present & Q&A
5-minute presentation to industry judges
6
Awards Ceremony
Winners announced and celebrated
Past Editions
A journey of growth and innovation
Hall of Fame
Celebrating our champions from past years
Team TechStars
GEMS Modern Academy
2025
Colonel
Code Wizards
Dubai Scholars
2025
Captain
Young Coders
DIA Emirates Hills
2025
Cadet
Logic Legends
Gems Winchester School Dubai
2024
Colonel
GFS Tech Titans
GEMS Founders School
2024
Captain
Tech Titans
GEMS Modern Academy Dubai
2024
Cadet
Gem Group
Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud
2023
Colonel
Decorous
The Indian International School, DSO
2023
Captain
Girl Power
GEMS Modern Academy
2023
Cadet
Gem Group
Dubai College
2022
Colonel
Decorous
Regent International School
2022
Captain
Girl Power
Ambassador School
2022
Cadet
Gem Group
Delhi Private School, Sharjah
2021
Colonel
Decorous
Leaders Private School, Sharjah
2021
Captain
Gem Group
Gems Millennium School, Sharjah
2021
Cadet
Schools That Battle With Us
Over 20 schools have participated in Code Battle across seasons
Trusted by UAE’s Leading Schools
Judging Criteria
How projects are evaluated by our industry judges
Scoring Parameters
Additional Considerations
AI usage evaluation
Recycled code disclosure
Grade-level leniency
Photo & Video Gallery
Relive the moments from Code Battle 2025
- All
- Registration
- Coding in Action
- Teamwork
- Presentations
- Awards Ceremony
Media & Press Coverage
Code Battle 2025 in the news
Sponsors & Partners
Thank you to our amazing sponsors who made Code Battle 2025 possible
Title Sponsors
iCodejr
Venue Sponsors
DTEC
UAE Innovates
42 Abu Dhabi
UAE Innovates
Category Sponsors
UniHawk (Gr 9-12)
Noon
Color Land Toys
BITS Pilani
Skill Hub
Blix
Why Code Battle Matters
Building tomorrow’s innovators today
Real-World STEM Skills
Builds practical coding and technical abilities
Creativity & Logic
Encourages creative problem-solving approaches
Teamwork
Promotes collaboration and communication
Industry Exposure
Connect with judges from leading companies
School Engagement
Strengthens STEM programs across UAE schools
Future Innovators
Inspires the next generation of tech leaders
What Participants Say
“An unforgettable experience that pushed our students to think differently.”
School Principal
GEMS Dubai
“Loved the energy! One of the best STEM events in the UAE.”
Parent
Participant's Parent
“The creativity from the students was incredible.”
Judge
Tech Industry Expert
Ready for the Next Battle?
Join Code Battle 2026!