Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL

Q: What is the Turkish Programming Contest?
A: The Turkish Programming Contest is a two-round, team-based contest in collaboration with our community-driven competitive programming platform, algoleague. It is open to all undergraduate students studying in Turkey who wish to compete in teams of three.

Q: How much will the event cost for the participants?
A: The event is completely free of charge.

Q: What should be our programming language skill level? How hard will the problems be?
A: The contest will include algorithm problems of all levels. You can join the contest to test yourself and your team notwithstanding your algorithmic skills. The important thing is not the competition itself but the collaboration between the team members. We would like to see all future participants in the contest.

Q: How many problems will there be in each round?
A: There will be between 7-11 problems in each round.

Q: Are the solutions to the problems going to be shared?
A: We strongly believe that the participants should try to solve the problems and thus, improve, question, and challenge both themselves and their codes. Therefore, we will not be sharing the solutions, as it also requires a lot of effort and time to prepare original problems such as the ones that will be used in the TPC.

Q: Where can I access contest rules?
A: You can find the rules on the official ICPC website.

Q: Do I need to know English?
A: All the questions in the contest will be in English. Participants can use an English-Turkish dictionary during the contest if needed.

Q: What is the Code of Conduct and why do participants have to abide by it?
A: Code of Conduct is an agreement between the participants and inzva. As inzva, we want to provide a peaceful environment and a harassment-free coding experience to all participants.

APPLICATION & ELIGIBILITY

Q: We want to apply as a team. What are the requirements?
A: Teams must consist of three students from the same university in Turkey. Team members must be undergraduates in computer science or a related field. In order to participate, teams must register online by following the “Registration” steps.

Q: What will happen after we register as a team?
A: The contest manager will either accept or reject the request according to whether your team is eligible.

Q: I am a master’s student. Can I still join?
A: Unfortunately, you cannot.

Q: Do all the team members need to be from the same university?
A: Yes, this is a requirement.

Q: Can I join even if I am not a university student?
A: No, the contest is only open to university students.

Q: Can I join even if I am under 18?
A: Yes, as long as you are enrolled in a university degree program.

Q: I missed the deadline for applications. Can I still join?
A: Unfortunately, we do not accept any late applications.

Q: I work for a company. Can I join?
A: No, the contest is open only to university teams in Turkey.

Q: Can university teams from outside of Turkey join?
A: No, the contest is open only to universities located in Turkey.

Q: I am not studying computer science or computer engineering but I know programming. Can I attend the contest?
A: To attend the contest, you must be studying computer science or a related field.

Q: A student in our team has recently registered at the university but cannot receive a student document since they have yet to select a course. Can they use the document received from e-devlet for the application?
A: Yes, a document received from e-devlet will be sufficient.

Q: I represented my country in the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI). I can apply to a university in Turkey with my medal thanks to TUBITAK’s right, but I am not registered yet. Can I apply to the contest?
A: Yes, you can apply with a document proving your national medal and the university registration certificate.

TPC QUALIFICATION ROUND

Q: How can we enter the TPC Qualification Round?
A: The Qualification Round will take place on October 19, 2025, simultaneously in Istanbul (Beykoz Kundura) and Ankara (venue to be announced). If your team’s registration is accepted, all necessary information will be shared by email before the contest.

Q: What time will the Qualification Round take place?
A: The exact times will be announced later.

Q: Who will submit the solutions during the Qualification Round?
A: The team leader is responsible for submitting the solutions on behalf of the team.

TURKISH PROGRAMMING CONTEST - FINAL

Q: When and where is the Turkish Programming Contest 2025?
A: The Final Contest will be held on November 1-2, 2025, at Beykoz Kundura, Istanbul.

Q: Can I participate in TPC online?
A: No, all teams must attend the contest physically at the venue.

Q: Will food be provided?
A: Yes, meals and accommodation will be provided free of charge by the BEV Foundation.

Q: Does inzva provide transportation?
A: No, participants may apply for a travel grant if needed.

Q: Can we bring our own computer or laptop to the contest?
A: Yes, all teams must bring their own laptops.

Q: Will WiFi be available in the contest area?
A: Yes, free WiFi will be provided.

Q: Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, Beykoz Kundura and the contest area are fully wheelchair accessible.

FINALISTS & WINNER SELECTION

Q: How many teams will be invited to the Final Contest?
A: A maximum of 15 teams will qualify for the Final Contest, based on their performance in the TPC Qualification Round and the organizers’ evaluation.

Q: How are the winners selected?
A: The winners will be determined based on their scores on the official leaderboard. The top 3 teams will qualify for SEERC 2025 in Greece, provided that no plagiarism or AI tool usage is detected.

ANNOUNCEMENT DATES

Q: When will the results of the Qualification Round be announced?
A: The results will be announced on 26 October 2025 via e-mail.

Q: When will the results of the Final Contest be announced?
A: The results will be announced on 2 November 2025, during the closing ceremony at Beykoz Kundura.

algoleague

Q: Who should I contact if I encounter technical problems on algoleague?
A: For questions related to algoleague, please check the help page first. If your questions are still not answered, you can send an email to contact@algoleague.com.

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A BEV Foundation project inzva is a non-profit hacker community organizing study and project groups as well as camps in the fields of AI and Algorithm; and gathering CS students, academics, and professionals in Turkey.