WRC Drone Rescue Challenge
by All India Council For Robotics & Automation (AICRA)
₹1,25,000 Cash Prize
Participate in the WRC Drone Rescue Challenge by AICRA. Design, build, and pilot drones for simulated rescue missions, enhancing skills in robotics, coding, and problem-solving. This competition fosters teamwork and innovation.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹1,200
Participation format
Team
Teams of 2 to 10
Duration
Full-time during competition days, plus preparation time for drone design and construction.
Time needed
4 rounds of up to 5 minutes each
Eligibility
Open to students of all age groups from colleges, universities, vocational institutions, or student groups. Teams must consist of 2-10 members. Participants need to design and construct their own drone. The competition is held in Delhi/NCR.
- Age range
- 16 years and above
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Open to students from colleges, universities, vocational institutions, or groups of students within the defined age range.
- Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of robotics or electronics is beneficial.
- Ability to design and construct a drone according to specifications.
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹1,25,000
Cash prizes up to INR 1,25,000 will be awarded to winning teams.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation from the All India Council For Robotics & Automation (AICRA), which is recognized by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).
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Career pathways
Participants gain a competitive edge for careers in the rapidly growing drone and robotics industries, including roles in drone operation, design, manufacturing, and software development.
Recognition
National Recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration closed
- 30 Apr 2026
- Competition
- 1 Apr 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
- Results
- 5 Oct 2026
How to apply
- 1Register your RoboClub or Institute as a TechnoXian RoboClub online at the official TechnoXian website. If you do not have a Club or Institute, you may form a new TX RoboClub.
- 2Once your RoboClub is active, select the Drone Rescue Challenge category from the competition list in your login panel and apply.
- 3Prepare a video of 1 to 5 minutes (maximum 100 MB) showcasing team readiness, creativity, and passion to participate.
- 4Share the video via email to videosubmission@technoxian.org (as Google Drive or WeTransfer link) or WhatsApp to +91 8924934336, mentioning your WRC ID.
Rules and guidelines
- The team must design and construct a drone (Tri, Quad, or Hexa) as per given specifications; commercial drone kits are not allowed.
- The complete drone, including battery and landing gear, should be a minimum of 40cmx40cm (LxB) and a maximum of 75cmx75cm (LxB) (measured diagonally – motor shaft to shaft / Wheel Base of the Drone frame) and must weigh less than 2Kg.
- The drone must be electrically powered only.
- A match is played by a single team in one go, with each team consisting of 1 drone.
- The game clock starts as soon as the referee commands the beginning of the round and stops as soon as the maximum access time (5 minutes) of that round elapses.
- Teams must design and construct a drone (Tri, Quad, or Hexa) according to given specifications; commercial drone kits are not allowed.
- Radio systems must not cause interference to other frequency users; only 2.4GHz DSS (Digital Spread Spectrum) frequencies are allowed for the drone.
Technology requirements
- Self-designed and constructed drone (Tri, Quad, or Hexa) adhering to specified dimensions and weight.
- Electrically powered drone.
- Radio systems operating on 2.4GHz DSS frequencies for drone control.
- Radio telemetry on 433MHz and 2.4GHz.
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The Zonal Registration Fee Per Challenge: INR 1200 + 18% GST
Refund policy
Please refer to the official AICRA website or contact the organizers for details on the refund policy.
About this opportunity
The WRC Drone Rescue Challenge, organized by the All India Council For Robotics & Automation (AICRA), is an engaging competition designed to cultivate creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking among young innovators. This challenge focuses on the practical application of drone technology for simulated rescue missions in disaster scenarios. Participants will gain hands-on experience in navigating complex environments, identifying casualties, and strategizing effective rescue operations using custom-built drones.
This competition is open to students from colleges, universities, and vocational institutions across India. Student groups within the defined age range can also form teams. Teams must consist of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 members. A key requirement is that participants must design and construct their own drones according to specified dimensions and weight limits; commercially available drone kits are not permitted.
Participants will develop valuable skills in drone design, construction, and piloting, alongside enhancing their proficiency in robotics, programming, and strategic problem-solving. All participants receive a certification of participation from AICRA, a recognized body in robotics and automation. Winning teams are eligible for cash prizes up to INR 1,25,000, providing significant recognition and incentive.
The competition features multiple rounds, including a field survey and a rescue round, where teams earn points for successfully identifying and rescuing virtual casualties within a time limit. The event emphasizes precision, strategic thinking, and innovation in applying drone technology to real-world humanitarian challenges, preparing students for future careers in this rapidly evolving field.
Rounds and format
The competition has 4 rounds. Round 1 (5 min) is a Field Survey where 3-4 teams survey a fire ground to gather information about casualties, terrain, and obstacles (2 min), report data and strategize (1 min), and meet with other team captains for cooperation (2 min). Round 2 (5 min) is the Rescue Round where drones pick up casualty bodies (approx. 100gm) from the fireground and drop them into designated Rescue Boxes. Points are awarded for each life saved within a defined timeline. The team completing the round in minimum time and scoring maximum points wins.
How entries are judged
Drones are evaluated on design, construction, and innovation. Every aspect of the drone is observed for scoring, including connection of parts, fixing of components, materials used, and aeromodelling. Points are awarded for successful completion of tasks in rescue missions, including picking up and dropping casualty bodies in rescue boxes within defined timelines. The team with the minimum time and maximum points wins.
Selection process
Teams are selected based on their performance across multiple rounds, with the team scoring the maximum points in the final round being nominated as the winner. Qualification for the World Robotics Championship (WRC) 9.0 may require qualifying in a Zonal Robotic Championship (ZRC) round.
How to prepare
- Official TechnoXian website for rules and guidelines.
- Video submission showcasing team readiness and creativity.
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The challenge involves practical application of robotics and drone technology, focusing on design, construction, programming, and piloting for rescue missions.
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