General information
Date: Winter term 2025/26 (23rd September 2025 – 16th February 2026)
Goal: To design and develop an innovative hardware product with commercial potential.
Who can apply
Age: Participants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 as of September 23rd, 2025.
Location: Anywhere in the Czech Republic with possible transportation to Prague.
Skills: No specific academic background is required, but a passion for technology and innovation is essential.
Application:
To apply, send one of the following:
- Video (max 3 minutes).
- Letter (max 500 words): Clearly describe your concept, motivation and relevant experience.
📅 Application deadline: 1. 5. – 14. 9.
Are you in?
Fill out the application form!
Apply to the Make-iton programme with your idea or your desire to create something.
Support and resources:
University credicts
Students of CTU and VŠCHT will receive academic credits for their participation.
Mentoring
Get support and valuable advice from experienced mentors.
Makerspaces
Access to three fully equipped workshops that will give you the tools and environment to bring your ideas to life:
Training and skills:
They will participate in soft skills training sessions led by commercial partners, focusing on communication, teamwork and presentation skills.
prizes:
Financial reward
Winners will receive financial prizes to support their business.
Přístup do inkubátoru
The best projects will receive free access to the incubation program with additional support and mentoring.
key benefits of make-iton
Hands-on experience
Valuable experience in product development from idea to prototype and testing.
Skill development
Improving technical skills, problem solving and entrepreneurial thinking.
Networking
An opportunity to connect with like-minded people, industry experts and potential investors.
Personal and professional growth
A challenge to push your own boundaries and develop your potential.
Prestige
Showcase your talent and innovation on a major platform.
From September to February, Make-iton will immerse you in a world of innovation, technology and real creation.
Join those who don’t wait, but create.
Now it’s your turn.