WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge
by All India Council For Robotics & Automation (AICRA)
Cash prizes pool up to ₹20,000
The WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge is a national competition for students to design, build, and race RC electric cars, fostering innovation and technical skills in a high-speed rally environment.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹1,200
Participation format
Team
Teams of 2 to 10
Duration
Multiple rounds, each 5 minutes racing time
Time needed
Races of up to 5 minutes plus 5 minutes to get ready
Eligibility
Open to all school, college, and university students across India. Participants can register individually or as part of a RoboClub. Teams can have up to 10 members. No specific age restrictions are mentioned, making it accessible to a wide range of young innovators.
- Grade level
- Grade 3 to 12
- Age range
- 8 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Open to school, college, and university students.
- Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of robotics or electronics
- Ability to construct a wireless RC car
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Rewards and recognition
Award
₹20,000
Cash prizes up to INR 1,50,000 will be awarded to winning teams.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
Certificates of Participation will be awarded to all participants from the International Federation of eSports and the All India Council for Robotics & Automation (AICRA).
Recognized by
Career pathways
This competition provides a strong foundation for careers in robotics, automotive engineering, electronics, and other STEM fields. Participants gain valuable experience and recognition that can lead to opportunities in these sectors.
Recognition
National-level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration closed
- 30 Apr 2026
- Competition
- 1 Apr 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
How to apply
- 1Register RoboClub or Institute online on the official TechnoXian website.
- 2Select RC Electric Car Racing Challenge category and apply.
- 3Select members from your club to participate.
- 4Construct a wireless bot.
- 5Prepare a 1-5 minute video showcasing team readiness and passion, and share it via email or WhatsApp.
Rules and guidelines
- The team must build and bring one pre-constructed, autonomous or manual, wireless car.
- The RC car must adhere to specific dimensions: maximum length 60 cm, maximum width 30 cm, maximum height 30 cm.
- The car must be a buggy or off-road style body resembling an actual off-road racing type.
- Sensor-based or sensorless motors are allowed in all-electric classes.
- Batteries must be sealed, immobilized electrolyte type (gel cell, lithium, NiCad, or dry cell).
- Ready-made robots are not allowed to compete; only self-made or TechnoXian listed DIY kits can be used.
- The car must start behind the starting mark and is considered to have crossed the finishing line when its front edge crosses it.
- Each round has a maximum of 5 minutes racing time and 5 minutes for readiness.
- If a car loses the track, gets stuck, or stops functioning, the operator can check and restart it from the same point.
- Each team will get a maximum of 3 chances to touch the car in each round.
Technology requirements
- Wireless RC electric car (self-built)
- Appropriate batteries (sealed, immobilized electrolyte type)
- Laptop/computer for design and programming (if autonomous)
- Internet access for registration and video submission
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The Zonal Registration Fee Per Challenge: INR 1200 + 18% GST
Refund policy
Details regarding refund policy are not specified. Participants are advised to check the official website or contact the organizers for more information.
About this opportunity
The WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge is an exciting competition designed to simulate a high-speed rally race environment. Participants will design, build, and race their custom-built RC electric cars on challenging off-road tracks filled with twists, turns, and obstacles. This event tests skills in mechanical design, electrical systems, and remote control precision, fostering innovation and technical expertise.
This competition is open to all school, college, and university students across India. Participants can register as part of a RoboClub or as individual TechnoXian members. Teams can have a maximum of 10 members, and clubs can register multiple teams, making it accessible to a wide range of young innovators.
The racing track is approximately 200 meters long and features an off-road dirt surface with various hurdles. Each round has a maximum racing time of 5 minutes, with an additional 5 minutes for readiness. The competition includes multiple qualifying rounds leading to a final round where the top three teams are selected.
Rounds and format
WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge by AICRA includes 3 rounds: Virtual, Regional, and National.
How entries are judged
Car design and build quality, performance on the track (speed, control, navigation of obstacles), adherence to rules and specifications, and innovation.
Selection process
Teams qualify for subsequent rounds based on their performance in previous rounds, with the fastest and most efficient cars progressing. The final round determines the top three winning teams.
How to prepare
- Official rulebook and car specifications
- Workshops on RC car design and electronics
- Online tutorials for robotics and remote control systems
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The competition focuses on practical application of engineering principles, including mechanical design, electrical systems, and control theory relevant to RC electric cars.
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