Inspiring Young Minds
Across Indonesia
Smart Kids Indonesia is a national-level academic competition platform designed to help students grow, compete, and achieve their full potential.
From Mathematics and Science to Public Speaking and Creative Arts, we provide a fair, transparent, and professionally managed competition experience for every participant.
Why Choose Smart Kids Indonesia?
Nationwide Competition
Compete with top students across Indonesia in a structured and inspiring environment.
Official Certification
Receive professionally issued certificates recognized for their credibility and quality.
Verified Credentials
Each certificate is protected with a unique QR code and can be authenticated instantly.
Awards & Recognition
Earn medals and achievements that recognize your hard work and excellence.
Online & Flexible
Join the competition from anywhere with a simple and convenient online system.
Track Progress
Easily monitor your results through your participant dashboard and our official Instagram.
Open Registration
Shape Your Child’s Future Through Achievement
A premium competition experience designed to inspire confidence, sharpen thinking, and celebrate excellence.
National Critical Thinking Championship 2026 – Indonesia
(NCTC Indonesia 2026)
Think Deeper. Rise Higher.
Competition Overview
A national-level competition designed to build critical thinking, confidence, and real-world skills for future-ready students.
Your child will learn how to think critically, solve problems, and express ideas with confidence — skills that truly matter for their future.
Carefully designed to combine academic challenge with real-world application, ensuring every participant gains meaningful learning experience.
Objectives
- Develop students’ critical thinking skills
- Enhance analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Build confidence in expressing ideas
- Encourage solving real-life problems
- Prepare students for future challenges
Participant Categories
The competition is divided based on level and language:
Primary Level (Grade 4–6)
Indonesian Division • English Division
Junior Level (Grade 7–9)
Indonesian Division • English Division
Senior Level (Grade 10–12)
Indonesian Division • English Division
Participants may choose one or two languages based on their ability. Each level is designed with appropriate difficulty and approach.
📅 Competition Timeline
Follow your child’s journey from registration to achievement
Registration Period
Now – 12 June 2026Registration Deadline
12 June 2026Round 1 Competition
Grade 4–6: Sat, 19 June – 14:00 WIB
Grade 7–9: Sat, 27 June – 14:00 WIB
Grade 10–12: Sun, 28 June – 14:00 WIB
Round 1 Results
3 July 2026Round 2 Submission
4–9 July 2026Round 2 Results
16 July 2026Final Round
20–31 July 2026 (Flexible Schedule)Final Results
7 August 2026Prize Claim Payment
8–11 August 2026Prize Delivery
15–22 August 2026Topic & Theme
Topics will be related to:
- Daily life of students
- Technology & digital habits
- Education & learning methods
- Simple social issues
🚀 Selection System & Participant Journey
Initial Assessment
All Registered Participants
Students complete an initial test and receive their score.
Case Challenge
Semi Final Round
Selected participants compete based on announced schedule.
Live Challenge
Final Round
Finalists present and answer questions directly to judges.
Prize Claim & Delivery
Optional (Physical Awards)
Participants may claim and receive physical awards.
Preparation & Technical Setup
Ensure everything is ready for a smooth competition experience
Platform Access
Access to Smart Kids Indonesia official website
Device
Laptop or tablet ready for participation
Internet
Stable internet connection is required
Zoom Setup
Zoom installed for final round participation
Environment
Quiet and comfortable place for focus
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Every participant receives recognition based on their performance level.
✔ Awards are based on performance and judges’ evaluation
✔ Physical awards are optional (paid claim after results announcement)
📄 Digital Recognition
Participant (All Participants)
- ✔ Score Report
- ✔ E-Certificate of Participation
Semi Finalist
- ✔ Score Report
- ✔ E-Certificate (Semi Finalist)
- ✔ Short Feedback from Judges
Finalist (Non-Winners)
- ✔ Score Report
- ✔ Final Round Opportunity
- ✔ E-Certificate (Finalist)
- ✔ Detailed Feedback
Winners (Gold / Silver / Bronze)
- ✔ Score Report
- ✔ Final Round Opportunity
- ✔ E-Certificate of Achievement
- ✔ Detailed Feedback
Special Awards
Awarded based on judges’ evaluation
- ✔ Best Critical Thinker → E-Certificate of Achievement
- ✔ Best Communicator → E-Certificate of Achievement
- ✔ Most Logical Reasoning → E-Certificate of Achievement
- ✔ Most Creative Thinker → E-Certificate of Achievement
🎁 Physical Awards (Optional – Paid Claim)
Participant (Non-Awardees)
- ✔ Participant Medal
Semi Finalist
- ✔ Semi Finalist Medal
- ✔ Printed Certificate (Semi Finalist)
Finalist (Non-Winners)
- ✔ Finalist Medal
- ✔ Printed Certificate (Finalist)
Winners (Gold / Silver / Bronze)
- ✔ Medal (Gold / Silver / Bronze)
- ✔ Printed Certificate of Achievement
- ✔ Souvenir
Special Awards
- ✔ Best Critical Thinker → Trophy + Certificate + Souvenir
- ✔ Best Communicator → Trophy + Certificate + Souvenir
- ✔ Most Logical Reasoning → Trophy + Certificate + Souvenir
- ✔ Most Creative Thinker → Trophy + Certificate + Souvenir
Physical awards are provided only to participants who complete the prize claim process (paid) after the results announcement.
Non-physical awards can be accessed through the participant account after the results are announced.
Competition Progress
Track your child’s journey in real-time
Registration Deadline
Until 12 June 2026Preparation
13–18 June 2026Round 1
19–28 June 2026Round 1 Result
3 July 2026Round 2 Submission
4–9 July 2026Round 2 Result
16 July 2026Final Round
20–31 July 2026Final Results
7 August 2026Prize Claim
8–11 August 2026Prize Delivery
15–22 August 2026Competition Fees
per participant, per language category
- ✔️ Access to national competition
- ✔️ Official participation
- ✔️ Eligible for awards & ranking
per prize package (packing & handling fee)
Delivery fee is NOT included and will be charged separately based on your address.
- ✔️ Packing fee: Rp15,000 per package
- ✔️ Delivery fee charged separately
- ✔️ Shipment to participant’s address
*Delivery cost may vary depending on location and courier rates.
*Prize claim is optional. E-certificates will still be provided.
💰 Payment Methods
| Method | Website | |
|---|---|---|
| QRIS | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| OVO | ✔️ | — |
| AstraPay | ✔️ | — |
| DANA | ✔️ | — |
| VA BRI | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| VA BNI | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| VA Mandiri | ✔️ | ✔️ |
📍 How to Register
Register Easily
Select Category
Choose grade level & language
Complete Payment
Follow instructions provided
Get Confirmation
Ready to compete
🚀 Start your child’s journey today
🏆 National Critical Thinking Championship 2026
Select your category and complete your registration
Grade 4–6
Indonesian Language → English Language →Takes less than 2 minutes • Instant confirmation
Grade 7–9
Indonesian Language → English Language →Takes less than 2 minutes • Instant confirmation
Grade 10–12
Indonesian Language → English Language →Takes less than 2 minutes • Instant confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
OUR ACHIEVERS
Meet Our Outstanding Winners
Celebrating excellence from students across Indonesia who have demonstrated exceptional talent and achievement.
Many Have Become Champions.
Will You Be Next? 🏆
Curious what our champions look like?
They come from different cities, but share one thing in common: the courage to shine, grow, and achieve excellence.
✨ Now it's your turn to step forward and claim your achievement!
🔥 See Our Champions on Instagram✔️ National-level competition
✔️ Prestigious certificates & awards
