Is Children in Need University Challenge coming back?

Children in Need University Challenge's return is unconfirmed. The show last aired in 2021 and is currently in between seasons as of May 2026.

Children in Need University Challenge was a special quiz show that aired on BBC Two, featuring celebrities from BBC and ITV competing in a version of the classic University Challenge format. The program was part of the BBC Children in Need charity event and aimed to raise funds through a one-off competitive episode.

The show was a special edition of the quiz series that premiered in 2020 and had a follow-up in 2021. It involved stars from various networks competing in a quiz format, with Kirsty Wark as the presenter and Roger Tilling as the narrator. The episode lasted 30 minutes and was designed to entertain viewers while supporting a charitable cause.