The GSoC 2026 contributor proposal period closes Tuesday, March 31 at 18:00 UTC. No proposals can be added after this deadline.
We’re sending this to you a few days early so you can understand what is coming next.
Now (before March 31 1800 UTC)
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Verify Project Size: Ensure the size (90, 175, or 350 hours) on the proposal matches your org’s expectation for the project. If it doesn’t, be sure to contact contributors before March 31 1800 UTC so they can change it and re-submit their proposals before the deadline. These cannot be changed after March 31.
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Review Project Selection for details on the process and FAQs
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IMPORTANT: never accept a proposal from someone your org had no interaction with
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Generative AI can create impressive but potentially misleading applications.
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Prioritize your assessment on your discussions and interactions with the contributors to gauge their actual skills and fit for your community.
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