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Universiti Teknologi Brunei
Crown Prince CIPTA Award 2027
Bridge. Innovate. Beyond. Brunei Darussalam’s premier competition for invention, innovation, and creative technological advancement welcomes participants from Brunei Darussalam and the ASEAN region.
Registration is now open. Closing date: 25 January 2027.
- Theme
- Bridge. Innovate. Beyond
- Launch
- 25 June 2026
- Organiser
- Universiti Teknologi Brunei
- Partner & Sponsor
- Brunei LNG Sendirian Berhad
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Audience Focus
Built for inventors, schools, institutions, and the public
The official scope covers schools, technical and tertiary institutions, public and private organisations, start-ups, entrepreneurs, and the general public.
Competition Scope
Anchored in science, engineering, technology, and innovation
CIPTA continues to position itself as a biennial platform for showcasing inventions and technological advancement from Brunei Darussalam and the ASEAN region.
Patron
Royal patronage remains central to the award’s identity.
The competition is graced with the patronage of the Crown Prince, Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, and the Pro-Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), His Royal Highness Prince (Dr.) Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah with the consent of His Majesty the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam. The competition therefore carries the prestigious Crown Prince’s Creative, Innovative Product and Technological Advancement (CIPTA) award or the Crown Prince’s ‘CIPTA’ Special Award for the overall winner of the competition.
Theme
The theme for CIPTA 2027 Competition is: “Bridge. Innovate. Beyond”
In an increasingly interconnected world, innovation thrives when ideas, people, and disciplines come together. The theme “Bridge. Innovate. Beyond”, reflects the importance of building meaningful connections that enable transformative solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. By bridging knowledge, industries, cultures, and technologies, innovation can move beyond conventional boundaries and create lasting impact.
At its core, this theme emphasizes collaboration as the foundation for progress. Bridging gaps between academia, industry, government, and society allows diverse perspectives to converge, fostering creative thinking and accelerating the development of impactful solutions. Through such partnerships, innovative ideas can evolve into practical applications that benefit communities and economies.
Innovation lies at the heart of this journey. By harnessing emerging technologies, creative thinking, and multidisciplinary approaches, innovators are empowered to develop solutions that respond to global and regional challenges. Whether in sustainability, digital transformation, healthcare, or advanced technologies, innovation continues to shape a future that is more inclusive, resilient, and forward-looking.
The call to move “Beyond” encourages participants to think beyond traditional limits -beyond existing frameworks, beyond geographical boundaries, and beyond conventional ways of problem-solving. It challenges innovators to explore new possibilities, scale impactful ideas, and reimagine the future through bold and visionary thinking.
Aligned with Brunei Darussalam’s aspirations for a knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy, CIPTA 2027 provides a platform for innovators, researchers, start-ups, entrepreneurs, and students to connect, collaborate, and showcase breakthrough ideas. By bridging expertise and inspiring innovation, CIPTA continues to foster solutions that go beyond expectations and contribute to sustainable progress.
CIPTA 2027 welcomes innovative minds from Brunei Darussalam and the ASEAN region to come together under the theme “Bridge. Innovate. Beyond”. Together, let us build connections, spark creativity, and push the boundaries of innovation towards a future filled with new opportunities and transformative possibilities.
Objectives
The objectives of CIPTA are to:
- inspire the youth and the public to develop creative products, processes or technologies that align with national and ASEAN aspirations;
- encourage participants to engage in inventions and innovations;
- recognise and reward creative talents within the country and at ASEAN level;
- stimulate research and development activities in Brunei Darussalam;
- promote industrial and manufacturing processes, technological products development, commercialisation and entrepreneurship within Brunei Darussalam;
- motivate and cultivate the culture of science, engineering and technology among youth and the public; and
- foster collaborative linkages within Brunei Darussalam and the ASEAN region and strengthen ASEAN positioning through regional participation.
Scope of Competition
The competition’s purpose, coverage, and participation scope.
The objective of the competition is to foster and nurture a culture of creativity, invention and innovation in Brunei Darussalam. Aptly named the Creative, Innovative Product and Technological Advancement (CIPTA) competition, the acronym 'CIPTA' holds significance as it translates to 'create' or 'invent' in Malay.
The competition is held biennially since its inauguration in 2005. Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), formerly known as Institut Teknologi Brunei (ITB) is the pioneer and organiser of the competition.
The competition encompasses all areas of Science, Engineering, Technology and Innovation. The competition welcomes participation from schools, technical and tertiary academic institutions, government and private organizations, start-ups, entrepreneurs, as well as the general public. It serves as a platform for individuals and entities across Brunei Darussalam and the ASEAN region to showcase their innovative ideas and technological advancements.
Competition Categories
Three participation pathways, tailored to different innovators.
Local Categories
For Brunei Darussalam participants across public and institutional tracks
- Creating new products, processes, or technologies
- Modifying existing products, processes, or technologies
- Young inventor category for ages 15 to 18
Smart Junior
For lower secondary school students entering innovation earlier
- Targets Year 7 to Year 9
- Builds innovation culture earlier in the education pipeline
- Supports participation from schools and younger inventors
ASEAN Categories
For inventors and youth participants from ASEAN member states
- Creating new products, processes, or technologies
- Modifying existing products, processes, or technologies
- Young inventor category for ages 15 to 18
- Strengthens regional participation and collaboration
Important Dates
From launch to awards, the competition follows a clear sequence.
Launching of CIPTA 2027 competition
Roadshow series
- Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM, Lecture Hall 2, Library Complex, UTB (Hybrid)
- Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM, Sixth Form Centre, Tutong
- Monday, 3 August 2026, 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM, Sekolah Menengah Sultan Hassan, Temburong
- Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM, Sekolah Menengah Sayyidina Ali, Kuala Belait
Closing date for registration and abstract submission
General meeting and technical briefing for shortlisted participants
Closing date for full submission of entry reports
Product or poster set-up, final presentation, evaluation, and awards ceremony
Registration
Registration requirements, fees, and submission details.
Registration Status
Registration is now open.
Closing date for registration and abstract submission: 25 January 2027. All entries must be submitted through the official online form together with the required supporting documents.
Required Uploads
Required Documents
- Proposal Form
- Proof of payment
- Scanned copies of identification documents for all team members
- Approval and Endorsement Form
Entry Fees
Registration Fees
- Local New Invention & Innovation Category: BND 80
- Local Young Inventor Category: BND 40
- Smart Junior Competition: BND 20
- ASEAN New Invention & Innovation Category: USD 200
- ASEAN Young Inventor Category: USD 100
Payments
Accepted Payment Methods
- Local categories: cheque, debit or credit card at UTB Finance Office, or bank transfer
- ASEAN categories: bank transfer or telegraphic transfer
- Payment slips or telegraphic transfer advice must be submitted with the entry form
Bank Details
Bank Transfer Details
- Account Name: Tabung Universiti Teknologi Brunei
- Account Number: 00-001-01-0045184
- Bank: Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD)
- Swift Code: BIBDBNBB
Privacy and data handling. Entry submissions may include identification documents, payment records, proposal files, and endorsement forms. These materials are collected for competition administration, verification, and participant communication by the CIPTA Secretariat at Universiti Teknologi Brunei.
Competition Identity
The CIPTA logo and abstract explain the award’s visual identity.
A suitable logo was designed through a competition among Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB)’s staff and students. The winning logo design was created by Pg Dr Haji Md Esa Al-Islam bin Pg Haji Md Yunus, former Principal Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering Programme Area / former Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of UTB.
- represents the letter C for Crown
- represents the letter P for Prince
- The bubbles floating out of the map of Brunei Darussalam and revolving around the globe represent excellence, quality, imaginative, creativity and innovativeness which reflect the dawn of a new era of local inventors. It also signifies teamwork as one of the objectives of the CIPTA award.
- represents the letter C for CIPTA
- The logo “THE CROWN PRINCE CIPTA AWARD” reflects creative and innovative product and technological advancement from potential local inventors to be awarded nationally as well as to be recognised internationally.
- The Map of Brunei Darussalam with its national colours reflects the extent of the competition which represents the Bruneians with their creativity, innovative and competitiveness while maintaining their traditional values.
- represents the letter A for Award Globe and Abstract Motifs
- The abstract motifs which surround the globe indicate that this award is a stepping stone for Bruneians to be at par with other international counterparts.
- The use of colours in the logo represents the hard work that potential local inventors experience in creating fresh ideas with knowledge and available resources. These basic colours also represent the colours of Universiti Teknologi Brunei as the pioneer and organising body of the prestigious award.
Award Symbolism
The CIPTA 2027 trophy extends the same language of prestige and innovation.
A new perpetual rotating trophy is introduced beginning with this edition of CIPTA 2027. The rotating trophy will remain a symbol of excellence and prestige, while future Crown Prince Special CIPTA Award winners, should there be one, will be presented with a 3D-printed replica trophy to take home as a lasting memento of their accomplishment.
The CIPTA trophy is designed to symbolize excellence in innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration. The golden globe at the top represents the global impact of ideas and innovations, reflecting how transformative solutions developed locally can contribute to progress on an international scale.
The curved arcs surrounding the globe are inspired by the distinctive form found in the CIPTA logo. These arcs resemble the Crown Prince CIPTA Award emblem, symbolising prestige, honour, and royal recognition. Their upward sweeping motion conveys aspiration, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence, reinforcing the award’s status as a distinguished regional recognition for outstanding innovation.
The ornate lattice column incorporates repeating Bunga Simpur, the national flower of Brunei Darussalam. The decorative Ayer Muleh band beneath the globe is a traditional Bruneian ornamental motif, which features Simpur leaves and flowers, symbolises continuity, harmony, and Brunei's natural heritage. These natural forms highlight the connection between innovation and sustainability, reflecting the award’s emphasis on responsible technological advancement.
Finally, the solid wooden base with the “CIPTA” nameplate conveys stability, heritage, and prestige, grounding the design in tradition while celebrating forward-looking innovation. Together, these elements create a trophy that reflects the spirit of the Crown Prince CIPTA Award recognising visionary ideas that contribute to sustainable and impactful progress, providing an inspiration towards achieving the national “Vision 2035” and thus elevate Brunei Darussalam in the global setting.
CIPTA 2025 Gallery
CIPTA 2025 Ceremony Highlights
A selected set of featured moments from the Crown Prince CIPTA Award 2025 Ceremony held at the International Convention Centre, Brunei Darussalam.
Past Winners
The winners archive reflects the continuity and breadth of the CIPTA competition over time.
Browse the dedicated archive by competition year to review official results across the Crown Prince Special Award, Local Competition, Smart Junior Competition, and ASEAN Competition.
Archive YearCIPTA 2025
Archive YearCIPTA 2023
Archive YearCIPTA 2021
Archive YearCIPTA 2019
Archive YearCIPTA 2017
Archive YearCIPTA 2015
Archive YearCIPTA 2013
Archive YearCIPTA 2011
Archive YearCIPTA 2009
Archive YearCIPTA 2007
Archive YearCIPTA 2005
Archive coverage. The dedicated Past Winners page organises official results by year and category for easier reading on desktop and mobile screens.
Resources
Supporting references, downloads, and official announcements.
Programme
Launch event information
Read the official UTB news announcement for the launching of the Crown Prince CIPTA Award 2027, held on Thursday, 25 June 2026 at Auditorium Hall, Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah.
Registration
Registration requirements and fees
This website summarises the entry requirements, category fees, payment methods, and supporting documents needed for CIPTA 2027 registration.
Downloads
Downloads and references
Proposal forms, endorsement materials, category details, and official archive references are available to help participants prepare complete submissions.
Contact
CIPTA Secretariat
Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Jalan Tungku Link, Gadong BE1410, Brunei Darussalam
Main line: (+673) 2461020 / 1 / 2 / 3