About the Competition
Competition, Fun, and Coding Together!
ALPOC is an annual team-based coding contest organized by the ACM Bilkent Student Chapter. It unites algorithm enthusiasts through an online qualifier and an on-campus final at Bilkent University Mithat Coruh Auditorium.
Challenging and Original Problems
Push your limits with diverse problem sets covering graph theory, dynamic programming, data structures, discrete mathematics, and logical reasoning! Build the most efficient algorithms under strict time and memory limits.
110,000 TRY Prize Pool & Networking
A 110,000 TRY prize pool for the top 5 teams, a networking cocktail for finalists, and opportunities to connect with tech industry leaders, led by main sponsor Akakce.
30+
Universities
200+
Registered Teams
15
Finalist Teams
110.000 ₺
Prize Pool
Our Competitive Moments
Contest Rules
Eligibility Criteria
Event Structure & Venue
Evaluation Criteria
Prizes
50.000 ₺
First Place Prize
25.000 ₺
Second Place Prize
15.000 ₺
Third Place Prize
10.000 ₺
Fourth Place Prize
10.000 ₺
Fifth Place Prize
Our Sponsors
Main Sponsor
Akakce is Turkey's leading price comparison and shopping guidance platform. It lists millions of products across hundreds of merchants in real time to deliver accurate pricing and the best shopping experience.
Platform Sponsor
algoleague is a competitive programming platform. Supplying platform infrastructure to many competitions annually, algoleague provides diverse problem sets for algorithm enthusiasts and newcomers.
Contest Timeline
Preliminary Round (Online)
Conducted online for 12 hours on the Algoleague platform. The top 15 teams will qualify for the grand final at Bilkent University.
Participant Check-in
Admission of finalist teams to Bilkent University Main Campus Mithat Coruh Auditorium, registration check-in, and table seating.
Opening Remarks & Briefing
Opening speeches by ACM Bilkent and main sponsor Akakce representatives, contest rules, platform guidelines, and problem format introduction.
Grand Final Start (16 Hours)
The intense 16-hour coding marathon officially begins! 15 finalist teams compete to solve a problem set focused on data structures and tough algorithms.
Dinner Service
Hot dinner service and beverages to recharge the finalists.
Midnight Snacks & Sandwiches
Fresh sandwiches, snacks, and hot beverages served to participants during the overnight competition.
Contest End & Code Submission
Conclusion of the 16-hour marathon, system lock, and start of the jury's final evaluation.
Breakfast Service
Hearty morning breakfast buffet and rest break for competitors and participants.
Award Ceremony & Networking Cocktail
Presentation of 110,000 TRY total prizes to the top 5 teams, followed by a networking cocktail with sponsors.
Closing
Commemorative photos and official closing of ALPOC'26.