Robofest India RoboMed Senior Division: Autonomous Medical Robotics Project Competition
Up to $80,000 LTU Scholarship
Project-style autonomous robotics competition for Classes 9-12 designing medical or biomedical device robots. Winners qualify for the Robofest World Championship in the USA.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹3,500
Participation format
Team
Teams of 1 to 5
Duration
Project work spans the competition season; finals event runs over the World Championship dates.
Eligibility
Open to students in Classes 9-12 across India. Participants form teams of up to 5 members and should have working robotics building and programming skills.
- Grade level
- Grade 9 to 12
- Age range
- 14 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Students in Classes 9-12 (Senior Division).
- Prerequisites
- Robotics building and programming experience
- Familiarity with sensors and autonomous algorithms
- Access to a robotics platform and programming environment
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Rewards and recognition
Prizes
World Championship & Trophies
Top-placing teams qualify for the Robofest World Championship at Lawrence Technological University and receive trophies and medals.
Certificate
Participation & Winner Certificates
Participants receive Robofest certificates; Senior Division winners at the World Championship receive an LTU Scholarship certificate.
Recognized by
Opens doors to
All Robofest competitors qualify for an LTU scholarship of three thousand dollars per year. Senior Division World Champions receive a scholarship certificate worth up to twenty thousand dollars per year for four years (USD 80,000 total) at Lawrence Technological University.
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 8 Sept 2025
- Competition
- 14 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
How to apply
- 1Register the team via Robofest India at robofestindia.org or the Robofest Management System.
- 2Conceptualize a medical or biomedical robotics project and submit a written description.
- 3Build and program an autonomous robot per the official RoboMed rules.
- 4Compete at an India qualifier or submit a video qualifier; advancing teams compete at the Robofest World Championship at Lawrence Technological University, USA.
Rules and guidelines
- Robots must be fully autonomous; remote control is not permitted
- All program code must be written by the student team members
- Any robotics platform and any programming language is permitted (open category)
- Robots must include computational components and use sensors and actuators
- Teams must follow the official RoboMed Rules V2.0 and judging rubric
- Maximum team size of five student members
- Project must address a healthcare service or biomedical device function
Technology requirements
- Robotics platform of the team's choice
- Programming environment compatible with the chosen platform
- Sensors and actuators relevant to the medical project
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Global World Championship registration fee is USD 100 per team. India qualifier fee is set by Novatech Robo and is shared on inquiry.
About this opportunity
Robofest India RoboMed Senior Division is a project-style autonomous robotics competition where student teams design, build, and program a robot that delivers a healthcare service or simulates a biomedical device. The Senior Division is part of the global Robofest program organized by Lawrence Technological University and brought to India by Novatech Robo.
The Senior Division is open to students in Classes 9 to 12. Teams of up to five students work over the season to develop their robot, integrate sensors and computational components, and document their solution. Robots must be fully autonomous; teams may use any robotics platform and any programming language.
Winners earn certificates and qualify for the Robofest World Championship at Lawrence Technological University in Michigan, USA. All Robofest competitors automatically qualify for an LTU scholarship of three thousand dollars per year, and Senior Division World Champion team members receive an LTU scholarship certificate worth up to twenty thousand dollars per year for four years.
The competition combines hands-on engineering, programming, and applied biomedical thinking, and provides a structured pathway from regional qualifiers to international finals.
Rounds and format
The competition involves multiple rounds, starting with India qualifiers (regional/national level) where teams present their projects. Successful teams then advance to the Robofest World Championship, which includes further rounds of project demonstration and evaluation.
How entries are judged
Projects are evaluated based on STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and AI concepts), originality of the idea, creative thinking, problem-solving skills, robot design (creativity, sturdiness, robustness), project demonstration performance, clarity and effectiveness of the presentation, programming quality (design, structure, comments, and explanation by students), teamwork, team independence (students primarily designed and programmed), and the practicality and usefulness of the robotic application, including an entrepreneurial mindset. The use of sensors and actuators is also a key component.
Selection process
Teams advance through regional qualifiers to the national and then the international finals. Winners receive certificates and qualify for the Robofest World Championship. Senior Division World Champion team members are awarded significant scholarships to Lawrence Technological University.
How to prepare
- Official Robofest India website for competition rules, challenge briefs, and registration forms
- Robofest eAcademy for free technical workshops and materials on various
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Project-based application of STEM concepts to design and build a medical-themed autonomous robot, including sensor use, control logic, and engineering documentation.
Frequently asked questions
How can students effectively manage competitive pressure during the competition?
Students can manage pressure by focusing on their team's preparation and collaboration, rather than solely on winning. Practicing presentations, anticipating technical challenges, and maintaining a positive team dynamic are crucial for a successful and less stressful experience.
What are the common mistakes participants make in project design and how can they be avoided?
Common mistakes include overcomplicating designs, neglecting robust testing, and poor time management. Avoiding these involves starting with a clear, achievable scope, conducting iterative testing, and allocating sufficient time for each development phase, including documentation.
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