Design Championship - Game Design Competition
by ARK Infosolutions Private Limited
National Level Trophy
A national-level game design and development competition for students aged 6 to 16, focusing on creativity, technical skills, and storytelling.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual and team
Teams of 1 to 5
Duration
The competition spans several months, from registration to the final championship.
Time needed
Depends on the time taken to make the entry
Eligibility
Open to school students across India, aged 6 to 16 years. The competition is structured into four age categories: Beginner (6-7), Junior (8-10), Middle (11-13), and Senior (14-16). Participants can compete individually or in teams. Parental/guardian permission and valid student ID are required for registration.
- Age range
- 6 to 16 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Must be an enrolled student in a recognized school.
- Prerequisites
- Basic computer literacy
- Interest in video games and design
- Originality in game concept and design
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
National Level Trophy
The winner and runner-up teams at the regional and national final levels receive a prestigious team trophy.
Certificate
Certificate of Achievement
Finalists receive a Certificate of Achievement, while regional winners receive a Certificate of Excellence.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 1 Jul 2026
- Registration closed
- 5 Sept 2026
- Competition
- 21 Aug 2026 to 7 Oct 2026
How to apply
- 1Register on the official Design Championship website as an individual or a team.
- 2Wait for the theme to be announced 21 days before the submission deadline.
- 3Develop the game, create a Game Design Document (GDD), and record a gameplay video.
- 4Submit the project files, GDD, and video online before the specified deadline.
Rules and guidelines
- The submitted game must be an original idea created specifically for the competition.
- Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification.
- Shortlisted teams will be required to present their game to a jury during the regional and final rounds.
- The decisions of the jury are final and binding.
Technology requirements
- A computer with a stable internet connection
- Game development software (e.g., Unity, Gdevelop, Unreal, Madmods)
- Software for creating a Game Design Document (PDF format)
- Video recording and editing software for the gameplay video
About this opportunity
The Design Championship's Game Design category is a premier national competition that provides a platform for school students to transform their passion for playing games into creating them. Participants are challenged to develop a complete, computer-based game from scratch based on a given theme, allowing them to showcase their unique ideas and technical abilities in a competitive environment.
This competition is open to students from 6 to 16 years of age, divided into four distinct age levels: Beginner, Junior, Middle, and Senior. Participation is welcomed from students across India, who can enter either as individuals or in teams, making it accessible for various learning styles and collaborative efforts. Winners gain national recognition and develop invaluable skills for future careers in technology.
Rounds and format
Phase 1 involves online submission of the completed game project based on the given theme. In Phase 2, shortlisted projects from the initial review qualify for a regional jury round. Regional winners then advance to the Design Championship Final.
How entries are judged
Entries are judged on: Relevance to Theme (20%), Fun & Engagement (20%), Game Play mechanics and smoothness (30%), WOW Factor including originality and creativity (20%), and Presentation & Communication (10%).
Selection process
Projects are shortlisted based on the judging criteria for regional rounds. Regional winners are selected to compete in the national finale. The jury's decision is final.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The competition aligns with principles of project-based learning and encourages the application of 21st-century skills in a practical context.
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