ANNCON 2026 Student Journey

Students, Reserve Your Seat at the Table

40 conference slots are reserved exclusively for undergraduates, recent graduates and NYSC corps members - free and discounted. Apply, get verified, and join the Youth Roundtable, the Career Passport and hundreds of governance, audit and cybersecurity professionals in Abuja.

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DISCOUNTED SLOTS · ₦60,000.00
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DAYS · 24-26 AUGUST 2026
10 Aug
APPLICATION DEADLINE
How it works

Free to apply. Verified to attend.

To encourage student participation, 40 conference slots have been reserved exclusively for eligible students and recent graduates: 20 free slots allocated first-come, first-served after eligibility verification, and 20 discounted slots at a special student rate once the free slots are filled.

  • Open to undergraduates, recent graduates (within 12 months) and NYSC corps members
  • Upload one proof of eligibility: student ID, admission letter, registration slip, portal profile, NYSC ID or call-up letter
  • Selected participants attend physically, 24-26 August, and join the Student Journey activities
What to expect

The Student Journey Experience

Selected participants take part in the Youth Roundtable, complete the Career Passport - meeting chapter leaders, CISOs and industry professionals - and join the mandatory "Share Your ANNCON 2026 Experience" social media challenge, all designed to help you network, gain career insights and maximise your conference experience.

  • The Youth Roundtable - your career questions, answered by professionals
  • The Career Passport - verified through your LinkedIn profile
  • The "Share Your ANNCON 2026 Experience" challenge (mandatory for selected participants)

Already applied? Check your status or pay here

After screening, free-slot students are confirmed at no cost, while students offered a discounted slot pay right here on this page. Enter the reference from your email (STU26-… or ANN26-…).

Student Participation Registration Form

Applying is completely free - no payment is taken on this form. Free and discounted slots are limited and completing this form does not guarantee a slot. Registration closes on Monday, 10 August 2026.

All fields marked * are required.

A · Personal Information

B · Eligibility Verification

To ensure the student opportunities are allocated fairly, all applicants must verify their eligibility.

One of: valid student ID card, school admission letter, current registration slip, student portal profile, NYSC ID card, NYSC call-up letter, or any other official document confirming your eligibility. JPG, PNG or PDF · up to 10MB.

C · Conference Participation

Student slots are limited. To ensure they are allocated to committed participants, please confirm all three:

D · Student Journey Activities

Selected participants join the ANNCON 2026 Student Journey and Career Passport: attending keynotes, participating in the Youth Roundtable, asking questions, meeting ISACA chapter leaders, networking with CISOs and industry professionals, visiting sponsor and exhibitor booths, and building meaningful professional connections.

Used to verify your Career Passport submission.

Members receive updates on student programmes, career opportunities, mentorship, scholarships, certification support, webinars, networking events and future ISACA student initiatives.

E · Declaration & Consent

No payment is required to apply. If you are offered a discounted slot, a secure payment link (₦60,000.00) will be emailed to you after approval.

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