Your Research Can Make a Difference
The International Research Competition 2026 provides an international platform for emerging educators, teachers, principals, researchers, and education professionals to develop, present, share, and gain recognition for their educational research.
Participants can connect with international experts, exchange innovative ideas, and showcase research that contributes to improving the quality of education.
The International Research Competition 2026 is an international research forum designed to support young educators in conducting research studies with the guidance and supervision of experienced experts. Participants will have opportunities to develop their research skills, receive expert guidance, present their findings, and publish their research studies.
(If you have already completed your research and would like to publish and present your study internationally, you can join the Research Publication and Presentation Process. (More Details))
Why Participate in the International Research Competition?
We guide you in conducting your research study and help you develop your research idea into a structured study.
We provide guidance and supervision throughout your research journey to help you improve the quality of your study.
We provide an international platform where you can present your research and share your ideas with educators from different countries.
Selected research papers can have the opportunity to be published in the IAFQE Research Magazine.
Receive international certificates and awards based on your research performance and achievements.
Competition Categories
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Preschool
Research related to early childhood learning, development, curriculum, teaching practices and innovative approaches.
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Primary
Research related to teaching and learning, curriculum, assessment, student engagement and classroom innovation.
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Junior Secondary
Research focusing on innovative teaching, student development, curriculum, technology and effective learning approaches.
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Senior Secondary
Research focusing on advanced learning, innovation, technology, achievement, career readiness and preparation for higher education.
Scope of Research
Research papers submitted by participants may focus on, but are not limited to, the following areas:
- Curriculum Development
- STREAM in classroom for holistic development of students
Integrating technology and digital tools in classroom instruction - Cross-curricular lesson planning and implementation
- TPACK for productive classrooms
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners in STREAM education
- Classroom-based action research for quality education
- Modern Assessment and Evaluation methods
- School Mangment
- Early Childhood Education & Child Care
- Primary, and secondary education
8. How can these teaching methods be applied in your subject to teach students in Grade …? (Select one teaching method and apply it to any subject in any grade.)
- Experiential Learning (EL Method)
Project-Based Learning (PJL Method)
Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL Method)
Problem-Based Learning (PBL Method)
Collaborative Learning (CL Method)
Blended Learning (BL Method)
Flipped Classroom (FC Method)
Design Thinking (DT Method)
Real-World Application (RWA Method)
Gamification Learning (GL Method)
Present Your Research in Your Preferred Language
ENGLISH
हिंदी
සිංහල
தமிழ்
Research presentations are accepted in English, Hindi, Sinhala, and Tamil.
Connect With Educators From Around the World
The International Research Competition brings together educators, teachers, principals, researchers, and education professionals from different countries and educational backgrounds.
Share your experience. Learn from others. Present your research. Build professional connections and contribute to the global conversation on quality education.
Learn from International Experts.
Showcase Your Research.
Earn International Certificates and Awards for Your Achievements.
When One Teacher Achieves, the Whole School Celebrates
Your Achievement Can Inspire Your School.
International recognition of educational research can inspire teachers, strengthen professional development, and create a culture of research and innovation within schools.
When a teacher presents outstanding research on an international platform, the achievement can become a source of pride and inspiration for the entire school community.
Online Lecture Series on Research Methodology (Free of Charge)
Online Lecture Series on Research Methodology (Free of Charge)
Registration for the International Research Competition
Your Research. Your Achievement. Your Recognition.
Your research can become more than a classroom project. Present your work on an international platform and gain recognition for your contribution to education.
Showcase your research.
Present your ideas.
Earn international recognition.
Join to the competition
Keep a message for More Details to WhatsApp +94 72 757 3045
Payment Instructions for Applicants from South Asian Countries
Applicants from South Asian countries are requested to use the following payment link to complete their registration payment.
Participants from South Asian Countries: USD 25
Payment Instructions for Applicants from Non South Asian Countries
Applicants from South Asian countries are requested to use the following payment link to complete their registration payment.
Registration Fee for Non-South Asian Countries: USD 35
Registration of Sri Lankan Educators
Sri Lankan educators do not need to pay any additional fees for the International Research Competition or the International Lesson Plan Competition.
To complete your registration for these competitions, please upload a copy of your conference registration payment slip using the registration form.
Guidance and supervision will be provided upon request. Participants will also be eligible to present their outcomes on the virtual platform as part of the pre-conference activities.
Based on their performance, participants may be eligible to receive certificates and medals at the International Awarding Ceremony of the International Conference on Quality Education.
A limited number of participants from Sri Lanka will be selected to attend the conference. Therefore, please complete your registration as soon as possible to secure your place.
Please upload your conference registration payment slip below to complete your registration.
Conference participants who have registered to participate either online or in person and wish to participate in these programmes do not need to pay any additional fees for the International Research Competition or the International Lesson Plan Competition.
If you experience any issues with online payments, please send a WhatsApp message to +94 727 573 045 for assistance.
Guidance and Supervision
Dr. Dheeraj Mehrotra
Vice President, GEMS Education India,
Author & National Awardee
Prof. Kshanika Hirimburegama
Former Chairman,
University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka
Former Vice Chancellor,
University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Dr. I. L. Ginige
Former Deputy Director General,
National Institute of Education,
Sri Lanka
Dr. Sudhakar Umale
Professor, MME Department, Thakur College of Engineering and Technology,
Mumbai, India
MD. Hachnain
Founder & Principal
EBAC Public School
Bangladesh
Dr. Rashmi Tyagi – India
Eminent Educationist
Doctorate IIT Roorkee India
IIM trained CBSE School principal
Project Team
Project Director
Mr. Janaka Kamalgoda
President
International Association for Quality Education
Project Leader (Acedemic)
Ms. Subhamita Sarkar – India
PhD Scholar | Educational Psychology
Book Author | Former Faculty at Brainware University
Public Speaking & Soft Skills Educator | Former CBSE School Educator
Collaborative Partners
JMS World School,
Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Willow Brook Educational System.
Karachi, Pakistan.
EBAC Public School – EPS
Dhaka, Bangladesh
International Academy for Educational Leadership and Research Foundation
Dhaka, Bangladesh