Tech × Design Innovation Fest

Vadiva Creative Labs Presents

PROTOSPARK'26

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

An International Innovation Challenge for School Students where curiosity meets creation. Through design thinking, prototyping, and collaborative problem-solving, young innovators transform ideas into tangible solutions and showcase them on a global stage.

Win Prizes Worth $2000

Event On:

19th & 20th August 2026

Venue:

Auditorium, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia

1. What is Protospark?

ProtoSpark is Vadiva Creative Labs' premier international innovation platform where curiosity meets creation. Through design thinking, prototyping, and collaborative problem-solving, young innovators transform ideas into tangible solutions and showcase them on a global stage.

More than a competition, ProtoSpark is a launchpad for the next generation of innovators and changemakers. Participants will receive hands-on mentoring, exposure to advanced engineering laboratories, and a global spotlight to present their solutions.

Event Format: 2-Day Grand Campus Finale (Shark-Tank Style Pitch & Expo)

2. Who Can Participate?

  • School students across the globe (10-17 years old)
  • Teams of 2-4 members
  • Original, safe, student-built ideas
  • Low-cost or tech-based prototypes welcome

3. Target Participants & Categories

ProtoSpark '26 is open to students worldwide. Teams must fit into one of our core divisions.

Junior Division

Junior Category

Ages 10 to 13 years old. A stage dedicated to developing raw curiosity, basic design thinking principles, and initial prototype layouts.

  • Ages 10 - 13
  • 2-4 Students per Team
  • 1 Teacher Mentor Required
Senior Division

Senior Category

Ages 14 to 17 years old. Focuses on robust physical or digital implementations, business value proposition, and advanced pitches.

  • Ages 14 - 17
  • 2-4 Students per Team
  • 1 Teacher Mentor Required

4. Grand Finale Experience

A 2-day immersive event format designed to challenge, test, and showcase projects to industry leaders and investors.

Day 1

Innovation Expo

Student Booth Exhibition

Teams set up custom exhibition booths to demonstrate their working prototypes to peers, educators, and judges.

Mentor Clinics

One-on-one consultation sessions with industry experts and engineers to refine technical aspects of the builds.

Public Voting

Attendees and peers vote on their favorite innovations, adding to the team's final scoring portfolio.

Networking Mixer

An evening opportunity to connect, collaborate, and exchange concepts with fellow young innovators from around the globe.

Day 2

Shark Tank Pitch

5-Minute Pitch + 5-Minute Q&A

Teams pitch their innovation live on stage, followed by a rigorous 5-minute Q&A session with active investors.

Live Judging Panel

Renowned startup founders, venture capitalists, and academic heads evaluate projects based on feasibility, creativity, and pitch.

Awards & Incubation Announcements

Announcing the prize winners (Prizes worth $2000), incubation pathway selections, and angel investor sponsorships.

5. ProtoSpark Experience Includes

ProtoSpark '26 is a holistic journey offering educational visits, expert networks, and cultural exchange in Kuala Lumpur.

Challenge Participation

2-Day ProtoSpark International Innovation Challenge participation.

Visits in Malaysia

2-Day educational and industrial visits to science labs and high-tech centers.

Food & Refreshments

Complete food and refreshment coupons provided during the challenge finale.

Visa Support

Visa assistance, invitation letters, and visa documents for travel to Malaysia.

Global Mentors

Direct opportunity to interact with global engineering mentors and investors.

Cultural Experience

Valuable international exposure, learning, and cultural exchange.

6. Grants, Incubation & Support

ProtoSpark is structured to transition projects into viable enterprises. Winners gain direct pathway access to university startup incubation centers, access to university research incubators, and introductions to active angel investor networks.

In Association with

University of Cyberjaya Logo
Youth United Council of India Logo
Limited Regional Slots

40–60 Teams Nationwide

Schools and global partners can express interest now. Join the upcoming cohort of Protospark '26 in Malaysia and launch your innovation.

Hotline: +91 72009 81134 Email: reach@vadivacreativelabs.com

Register for Protospark '26