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Supported By MDEC

Organised by: Thulija Technologies Sdn Bhd Thulija

Top Coders 2026 in Numbers

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Total Students Trained
(from 45 universities)

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Teams Competing
(4000 participants)

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University Partners
(across Malaysia)

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Industry Partners
(tech & enterprise)

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Government Agencies
(supporting bodies)

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National Level Finalists
(3 top teams per university)

About Top Coders

Malaysia's Biggest Student Coding Challenge

A national-level initiative designed to empower young coding talents across universities in Malaysia — connecting students with industry, real opportunities, and the future of tech.

Top Coders Malaysia addresses the critical shortage of programming skills among tertiary students.

By bringing together universities, industry leaders, and government agencies, we create a platform where young coders compete, learn, and launch their careers.

Running since 2024, we have trained thousands of students across Malaysia.

3rd Edition
2026

45+ Partner
Universities

5K+ Students
Trained

Why You Should Join

The primary benefits and outcomes that outline the intentions guiding this program.

Skill Development

Enhance coding proficiency and gain practical industry-ready experience.

Networking

Connect with participants, mentors and professionals across Malaysia.

Recognition

Receive certificates, trophies and internship opportunities.

Target Audience

Open to Pre-U, Foundation and Undergraduate students.

Eligibility

Only registered university students are eligible.

Prerequisites

No prior coding competition experience required.

Competition Timeline 2026

Phase 1

April – July 2026

Pre-Competition Workshop

4 virtual sessions × 2.5 hrs each. Python fundamentals: intro & basic concepts, functions & modules, data structures, file handling & error management. Open to all — even non-competitors.

Phase 2

3–4 Weeks Before Competition

Platform Onboarding & Practice

All registered participants are onboarded to eBox. Access learning resources, take Python knowledge assessments, and complete unlimited practice rounds before competition day.

Phase 3

June – July 2026

University Level Competition

Universities choose their own date within the 2-month window. 8 challenges, 2.5 hours, teams of 2. Top 5 teams qualify for the national finals.

Phase 4 — Grand Finals

August 2026

🏆 National Level Competition

Top teams from across Malaysia gather at a central host university for the grand national finals. Panel sessions, industry forum, awards ceremony — the biggest coding event of the year.

Competition Structure

Two rounds — compete locally at your university, then represent at the national stage.

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University Level

Teams of 2 face 8 coding challenges in 2.5 hours using eBox Virtual Coding Lab.

Teams of 2 · 2.5 Hours

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National Finals

Top 5 teams from each university compete for national titles and prizes.

Top 5 per University

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Platform: eBox

Browser-based Python coding environment with real-time auto-grading.

Python · Auto-Graded

⚖️ Judging Criteria

Solutions are evaluated based on correctness, efficiency and code quality.

💸 Completely Free

No registration fee for participants and universities.

🛡️ Integrity & Governance

Competition monitored and submissions securely tracked.

Platform Partner

Powered by eBox Virtual Coding Lab

The competition runs entirely on the eBox Virtual Code Lab — a browser-based Python environment that provides a seamless, standardised, and fair coding experience for all participants across Malaysia.

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Python Programming All challenges use Python as the primary scripting language — accessible for all skill levels.

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Real-Time Auto Grading Submissions are instantly evaluated on correctness, efficiency, and code quality.

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Browser-Based Environment No installation needed — runs directly in the browser at any university computer lab.

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Practice & Learning Resources Unlimited practice sessions + workshop materials available before competition day.

✅ Official Platform 2026

eBox Virtual Code Lab

A simulated coding environment providing a fair and standardised experience for all university participants nationwide.

8 Coding Challenges

2.5h Competition Time

45 Universities

100% Auto-Graded

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate? +

All currently enrolled university students at Pre-U, Foundation, or Undergraduate level are eligible — regardless of academic major. Postgraduate students and alumni are not eligible.

Is there a registration fee? +

Absolutely not. Top Coders is 100% free for all participants and universities. All costs are covered by our generous sponsors and organisers.

Do I need coding experience? +

No prior competition experience is required. We provide free 10-hour Python workshops before the competition to ensure all participants are prepared and confident.

How many team members? +

Each team consists of exactly 2 members. Both members must be from the same university and must be registered university students.

What programming language is used? +

Python is the primary scripting language for all challenges. The eBox Virtual Code Lab provides a browser-based Python coding environment — no setup required on your device.

How are submissions judged? +

The eBox platform auto-assesses all submissions in real time, evaluating on three criteria: correctness of output, code efficiency, and overall code quality.

My university is not listed — can we still join? +

Yes! We are actively onboarding new university partners for 2026. Contact us via the registration form and we'll guide your university through the onboarding process.

What are the prizes? +

Past 1st place winners received RM5,000 cash. All top national finalists receive cash prizes, custom trophies, certificates, and exclusive internship/job placement opportunities with sponsor companies.