Algorithm

Algorithm
Java
Python
Kotlin
C#
С/C++
Go
Rust

Yandex has been supporting competitive programming for many years, organizing competitions, training camps, and schools.

Yandex developers, along with programming Olympiad participants, help create the tasks for this category.

Prizes

Compete for a chance to win cash prizes.
500,000 RUB
First place
400,000 RUB
Second place
300,000 RUB
Third place
200,000 RUB
Fourth place
100,000 RUB
Fifth place

The best of the best

21,000+

applications from 60 countries in 2025
submitted for Yandex Cup 2025. Yandex Cup is a chance to test yourself and go head-to-head against the best programmers from all over the world

Junior to Expert

open to developers of all levels
Yandex Cup will feature juniors and Yandex employees, who will compete separately for the title of company champion

In‑person finals

in Moscow
Participants will get an eventful program, networking with the world’s top developers, and a chance to fight for the prize fund

Rounds

October 12–18
Trial Round
Visit the platform and explore challenges from previous years
November 1
Qualifications
Pick a category and compete for your spot in the finals
November 27–29
Finals
The final event and award ceremony will be held in‑person in Moscow

Team

  • Alexander Minakov
    Alexander Minakov
    Head of Smart Home and voice assistant infrastructure department
  • Kiryll Shyrma
    Kiryll Shyrma
    Head of advertainment ranking services team

Registrationis open

through November 1
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