Cyber Battle is a dynamic Capture the Flag (CTF) event that combines mission-based learning with competitive cyber security exercises.
Cyber Battle Australia
Whether you're a lone wolf or thrive in a hacker team, this is your chance to showcase your skills, crack challenges, and compete for glory! This is a Capture the Flag like no other, a global phenomenon born in Estonia and now run in dozens of countries around the world, Cyber Battle Australia is not to be missed!
What is Cyber Battle?
Cyber Battle is a Capture the Flag (CTF) style event that uses mission-based learning, where participants play and compete in rounds of cyber security exercises.
Players apply their acquired cyber skills to collect “flags” within a provided virtual IT environment using a world-class, NATO-awarded cyber range.
This event is designed by Estonian cyber companies CTF Tech and CyberExer, who also help design the annual NATO Locked Shields exercise.
Who can take part?
- Students currently studying at VET or higher education institutions across the country can participate in the Cyber Battle 2026 competition
- Participation does not require prior cyber security knowledge or experience
- You can register if you are 18 years or older as of 1st April 2026
- Open to citizens or permanent residents of Australia only.
Key Events 2026
- 300Participants
Boot Camp - Saturday 18th April (in person at national locations)
More than 300 participants from across the country will join live bootcamps and receive expert training and mentoring from Cyber Battle industry partners - 4 hourChallenge
Qualifying Round - Saturday 16th May (in person at national locations)
An in person CTF competition where teams of students will face off in a 4-hour challenge. The top 25 teams will advance to the Cyber Battle Grand Final. - 6 hourGrand Final
Grand Final - Saturday 4th July (in person at Melbourne Cremorne SEEK venue)
The ultimate 6 hour, in person CTF competition will be hosted in Melbourne Australia.
How do I register?
- Registrations are now open!
- Registration is completely free of charge
- One person only per registration entry. Teams will be formed in person during Bootcamp round for Qualification round.
- Training Bootcamps will take place nationally. Please select the state where you will be attending the Bootcamp in person when registering
- If your team is successful in securing a place in the Grand Final, this event is an in-person event only that takes place in Melbourne, Australia. TAFE student’s flights and accommodation costs are provided as a complimentary inclusion when securing a place in Grand Final exercise only.
Register now
Select your preferred location (one only) from the options below to register for Cyber Battle 2026.
For more information on an event, contact us on [email protected]
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