Prize pool of $10,000
2 stage competition: Preliminary Quiz & Grand Finale
Network with data-driven professionals
Think you’re fast in Excel?
Now’s your chance to prove it.
The Excel Masters Challenge 2026 is a live, high-energy competition where participants race against the clock to solve real-world Excel problems — from formulas and functions to data analysis and charts.
Each stage will test not just what you know, but how quickly and accurately you can apply it. With questions designed by industry trainers and real-world data scenarios, expect a mix of logic, precision, and adrenaline.
Register now and win from a prize pool of SGD10,000!
Who Should Join?
Analysts, marketers, finance & ops professionals, students in data/IT/business, and anyone who lives in spreadsheets and wants to test their edge.
How it works?
- Stage 1: Preliminary Quiz on 10 Jan 2026
- Qualify for the Finale! All participants will take a 30-minute timed quiz testing your Excel skills.
- The quiz will be held in two sessions (9:00 am & 10:00 am). Select the session that suits you!
- Stage 2: Grand Finale Live Challenge on 24 Jan 2026
- The top-scoring participants from the preliminary round will be invited to compete live in the Grand Finale for the cash prizes!
- This round will feature a mix of complex problem-solving and speed challenges hosted on an interactive live platform.
- Points are awarded for accuracy and speed, so every second counts.
Why Join This Challenge?
- Win from a $10,000 Prize Pool
1st – $5,000 | 2nd – $3,000 | 3rd – $2,000 - Compete, Learn, and Connect
Test your Excel mastery in a fast-paced, quiz-style challenge that rewards both accuracy and speed. - Bragging Rights
Claim your place as Singapore’s ultimate Excel Master. - Network with Peers and Professionals
Meet fellow learners, data enthusiasts, and professionals who share your passion for efficiency and problem-solving.
Eligibility & Rules
Who Can Join
- Open to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents, aged 18 and above.
- Participants should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (any version from Office 2016 onward).
What to Bring
- Laptops with Microsoft Excel installed will be provided by the organiser.
- A mobile phone with internet access — this will be used to answer the live quiz questions during the competition.
Competition Conduct
- This is an individual competition — no collaboration or team assistance is allowed.
- AI tools or automated assistants (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot, Bard, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
- Any form of collaboration, cheating, or use of AI will result in immediate disqualification.
Other Notes
- Participants are responsible for ensuring their devices are charged and ready for use.
- The organisers reserve the right to verify participant identity and device compliance.
- Full Terms & Conditions will be published prior to official registration confirmation.
Excel Masters Challenge
Preliminary Round
Date: 10 January 2026
Sessions (select one): 9am & 10am
Location: International Plaza
Preliminary Round
Date: 24 January 2026
Time: 9am – 12pm
Location: Furama RiverFront, Venus I, Level 3
Who can join?
Open to Singapore Citizens and PRs aged 18 and above with a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (2016 or later).
What do I need to bring?
You only need to bring a mobile phone with internet access—you’ll use your phone to answer the quiz questions. A laptop with Excel installed will be provided for the grand finals.
What kind of challenge is this?
It’s a live, Kahoot-style Excel competition that tests your accuracy and speed through real-world Excel questions — formulas, data analysis, and problem-solving.
Can I use AI or get help from others?
No. AI tools and collaboration are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification.
Is there a fee to join?
No, this challenge is free to join.
Where will the event be held?
The Preliminary Round will be held at International Plaza. The Grand Finale will be held at Furama Riverfront. Register your interest now to save your spot for the preliminary session.
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