PECAN+ CTF returns to the NT in 2026
The 2-day national cyber competition is held on Saturday 22 August (training) and in-person Sunday 23 August (competition) from 9.30am to 4.30pm each day.
Register your interest to participate today.
The NT PECAN+ CTF team will confirm registrations closer to the event.
Did you know…
It’s anticipated that Australia will need 5,000 new cyber security jobs filled each year until 2030 to keep up with growing demands.
Have a child in who is a year 9 to 12 student, loves puzzles, technology or thinking outside the box and believes they can outsmart cyber challenges?
Are you a year 9 to 12 student with an interest in a cybersecurity career?
PECAN+ CTF is a free, annual national competition. It's aimed at senior students in Years 9 to 12 and designed to develop and nurture a student's interest in cybersecurity.
From beginners to coding wizards – there are challenges for everyone.
Read more about the competition and its origins.