Applications must be submitted in digital form. The submission deadline is September 20, 2027.

For the digital submission, please use the digital submission portal (→ Digital submission) and follow these steps:

- Complete the "Personal data" form and upload your photo.
- Under "Anonymized data", upload your composition as a PDF file. 
The composition will be submitted to the jury anonymously and without any personal information. Your identity will only be disclosed after the prizes have been awarded. Please therefore ensure that the uploaded file does not contain any personal information or metadata.
- You can finalize your submission after saving all information and uploading all required files, confirming that you have read and understood the competition’s legal information, and acknowledging the data protection declaration. Once your submission has been finalized, you will no longer be able to make any changes to your personal data or composition.
- A five-digit code will then be generated automatically. This code will be used to identify your composition throughout the competition.
- You will receive a confirmation email at the email address you provided. The email will confirm your registration and provide the five-digit code assigned to your composition.