# Astar Peers Program Season 3.1 โ€” Applications Open **URL:** \ **Category:** Astar\ **Created:** [July 25, 2026, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579 "2026-07-25T16:20:40Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2026, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/1 "2026-07-25T16:20:41Z")
![01-season31-applications-open](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/uploads/plasmnet/original/2X/7/769764adfa66273000d05b20e4536425d0584de3.jpeg) Dear Astar Community, Applications are now open for **Astar Peers Program Season 3.1**. The Peers Program strengthens the decentralization of Astar Network through community-operated archive nodes. It also gives participants practical experience with Linux and blockchain infrastructure. For Season 3.1, we plan to select **five node operators**. ๐Ÿ‘‰ **[Apply for Season 3.1](https://forms.gle/ToRtMtZ64aKLGQbB8)** ๐Ÿ—“ **Deadline: August 31, 2026, at 23:59 UTC** ## **๐ŸŒ Why the Peers Program?** A decentralized network becomes stronger when its infrastructure is operated by more people across more regions. The Peers Program helps community members: - Contribute directly to the resilience of Astar Network - Gain hands-on experience operating a blockchain node - Build practical Linux and infrastructure skills - Connect with other technical contributors in the Astar community To improve geographic diversity, preference will be given to applicants from: - South America - Africa - West Asia - Southeast Asia - Australia ## **๐Ÿ›  Who Can Apply?** You may apply if you: - Have basic Linux experience - Can prepare an ARM or x86\_64 machine - Can provide at least 4 GB of RAM; 8 GB or more is recommended - Can provide at least 3 TB of HDD or SSD storage - Can run an Astar archive node and connect it to Polkadot Telemetry - Can aim for at least 80% monthly uptime - Are willing to register the required on-chain identity > You do **\*\*not\*\*** need to have a node running before you apply. Selected participants will receive the information needed to prepare and begin operating their nodes. For full details, see the [Machine and Technical Requirements](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/requirements/). ## **๐Ÿ’ฐ Rewards** The base reward is **USD 30 equivalent per month, paid in ASTR**. It is intended to help cover part of the cost of operating a node. - 100% reward: monthly uptime of 80% or more - 50% reward: monthly uptime below 80% - 30% reward: a reported and confirmed restoration or resynchronization period - No reward: the node is inactive or discontinued, or the required on-chain identity is not registered If more than one condition applies, the published priority rules will be used. Please review the full [Rewards and Payments](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/rewards/) policy before applying. ## **๐Ÿ“ Application** 1. Review the [Peers Program portal](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/). 2. Confirm the technical and operating requirements. 3. Submit the application form by the deadline. ๐Ÿ‘‰ **[Astar Peers Program Candidate Submission โ€” Season 3.1](https://forms.gle/ToRtMtZ64aKLGQbB8)** **Application deadline:** August 31, 2026, at 23:59 UTC ## **๐Ÿ—“ Season 3.1 Schedule** | Date | Milestone | | --- | --- | | July 2026 | Recruitment opens | | August 31, 2026 | Application deadline | | March 2027 | Mid-season review | | September 2027 | Final review and preparation for Season 4 | ## **๐Ÿ”— Resources** - [Peers Program Portal](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/) - [Program Overview](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/program/) - [How to Join](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/join/) - [Machine and Technical Requirements](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/requirements/) - [Node Operation Rules](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/operations/) - [Rewards and Payments](https://peers.sun-t-sarah.work/readme/rewards/) Every community-operated node contributes to a stronger and more geographically diverse Astar Network. We look forward to your application. โ€” **tksarah** Astar Peers Program Administrator ---
**Author:** ![MrKarahanli-Emre](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/mrkarahanli-emre/32/6227_2.png) [@MrKarahanli-Emre](https://forum.astar.network/u/MrKarahanli-Emre)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/2 "2026-07-25T18:32:38Z")
I donโ€™t know if thereโ€™s anyone else who contributes as consistently to Astarโ€™s decentralized ecosystem as you do! Thank you! Can we share this on the Astar Turkey account? Maybe we can attract participants from our region. ---
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2026, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/3 "2026-07-25T22:33:06Z")
Sure, thanks in advance. ---
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2026, 1:08am UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/4 "2026-08-07T01:08:17Z")
This is still open for applications. ---
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2026, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/5 "2026-08-11T01:27:59Z")
Theyโ€™ve started to gather! Thank you so much. If you know anyone else who may be interested, please feel free to refer them to this article. ---
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [August 31, 2026, 1:50am UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/6 "2026-08-31T01:50:55Z")
Thank you to everyone who applied for this program. The initial application period was until August 31, 2026. Iโ€™ve come to understand that it can take time for information to reach a wide audience, so we will extend the application period for this season until **October 15, 2026**. For those who have already applied, I will review your submissions and contact you by email one by one. Please wait for further updates. ---
**Author:** ![tksarah](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/forum.astar.network/tksarah/32/1947_2.png) [@tksarah](https://forum.astar.network/u/tksarah)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 7:27am UTC](https://forum.astar.network/t/astar-peers-program-season-3-1-applications-open/9579/7 "2026-09-28T07:27:26Z")
I have been quite busy with work recently. I will proceed with this matter. We will also continue accepting applications for about two more weeks.