Georgia Science and Engineering Fair
Student and Teacher Information
March 26-28, 2026
Students, parents, and teachers should review the info to be aware of deadlines, policies, and procedures. Missing deadlines or instructions may affect participation or award eligibility.
Next steps for students selected for GSEF:
Congratulations on qualifying for GSEF at your Regional Fair! The following resources contain important information about registering and preparing for GSEF. Please review with your supporting adults.
Registration Instructions
All students must register for GSEF by submitting the following items within 3 calendar days after your Regional Fair:
- Project Entry Form (one per project)
- Registration fee ($49 per student; submit check to the Regional Fair Director or pay online)
- GSEF Participation Agreement (one per student)
Event Information
We want to make sure you have everything you need for the GSEF event. Review the handbook for Information including Attendance Policy, Display & Safety Regulations, Judging Criteria, and parking and hotel options.
How to Qualify
Information about qualifying for regional fairs and GSEF, including official rules and forms from conducting research.
Regional Fair
Find your GSEF-affiliated regional fair. Students must be selected to advance from one of these fairs to be eligible for GSEF.
Required Forms
Checklist and descriptions of forms required for regional and state-level eligibility.
Project Categories
GSEF participants compete in one of these 21 scientific categories.
Display & Safety Regulations
All projects exhibiting at GSEF must follow these rules and regulations.
Judging Criteria
Evaluation criteria used for judging at GSEF.