Eligible applicants include artists, ensembles, labels, managements, promoters, journalists, festivals, broadcasters, and music mediators from Germany and abroad.

The award honors outstanding and innovative achievements realized between December 1, 2024, and November 30, 2025.

The online portal for applications for the German Jazz Prize 2026 is now open.

Further information, including the application criteria for each category, can be found directly in the application portal or in the program description and the FAQ.