WRC RC Craft Challenge
by All India Council For Robotics & Automation (AICRA)
Win ₹20,000 Cash Prize
Design, build, and fly your own remote-controlled plane in the WRC RC Craft Challenge. This competition fosters engineering skills, teamwork, and problem-solving for young innovators.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹1,200
Participation format
Team
Teams of 2 to 10
Duration
Multiple rounds over several days
Time needed
3 rounds of up to 5 minutes each
Eligibility
Open to individuals and teams (2-10 members) from schools, colleges, universities, and vocational institutions. Participants must be between 8 and 30 years old. The competition is open to both national and international participants, with no specific location restrictions within India.
- Grade level
- Grade 3 to 12
- Age range
- 8 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Open to students from schools, colleges, universities, and vocational institutions.
- Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of robotics or engineering principles
- Ability to construct mechanical models
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹20,000
Cash prizes of INR 20,000 for 1st place, INR 15,000 for 2nd place, and INR 10,000 for 3rd place are awarded in the zonal rounds. A total of INR 5 lakh is allocated across all four zones and all challenges.
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).
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Participation demonstrates practical engineering skills and commitment to STEM, which can be advantageous for admissions to top engineering and technology programs in India and abroad.
Recognition
National & International Recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration closed
- 25 Mar 2026
- Competition
- 1 Apr 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
How to apply
- 1Register online through the official TechnoXian website.
- 2Construct an RC plane according to specified dimensions and weight limits (wingspan 75cm-150cm, max 4Kg weight including battery).
- 3Prepare a 1-5 minute video (maximum 100 MB) showcasing team readiness, creativity, and passion for the challenge. Share the video via email or WhatsApp.
Rules and guidelines
- Participants must construct their own RC plane; ready-made planes are not allowed.
- The RC plane must have a wingspan of 150cm and a maximum weight of 4Kg, including battery and other onboard components.
- The competition consists of three rounds: two elimination rounds and a final round.
- Aircraft pilots can hand launch or use a launch pad within a 5-meter stretch, using only one hand for launch.
- Aircraft pilots must remain inside the launch zone during the 3-minute pre-flight checks and launch period.
- Points are awarded for maneuvering through hurdles and time taken to complete the circuit; stability and pilot control are also judged.
- Negative points will be awarded for crashes.
- The RC plane must be powered by a commercially available Lithium-Polymer battery pack (3 cell-12.6 Volt to 6 cell-22.2 volt). Homemade batteries are not allowed.
- Only a single electric motor configuration is allowed; multiple motors are prohibited.
Technology requirements
- Self-built RC Plane (wingspan 150cm, max 4Kg weight including battery)
- Laptop/Computer for online registration and video submission
- Internet access for online registration and video submission
- Self-built RC Plane (wingspan 75cm-150cm, max 4Kg weight including battery)
- Commercially available Lithium-Polymer battery pack (3 cell-12.6 Volt to 6 cell-22.2 volt)
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The Zonal Registration Fee Per Challenge: INR 1200 + 18% GST
Refund policy
Details regarding the refund policy are not explicitly provided; participants should check the official TechnoXian website for more information.
About this opportunity
The WRC RC Craft Challenge, an integral part of the TechnoXian World Robotics Championship, invites participants to design and construct an aerodynamically stable remote-controlled (RC) plane. This competition emphasizes the plane's ability to achieve successful flight, including taking off, landing, and performing various maneuvers. It serves as a premier platform for young innovators to demonstrate their engineering talent and design prowess in the fields of robotics and automation.
This challenge welcomes individuals and teams from schools, colleges, universities, and vocational institutions across India and internationally. Participants of all age groups up to 30 years are eligible to form teams of 2 to 10 members. A key requirement is that participants must construct their own RC plane; the use of ready-made kits is strictly prohibited to ensure originality and promote hands-on learning.
Participants will acquire valuable practical skills in robotics, aerodynamics, and complex problem-solving. Winners are awarded significant cash prizes, and all participants receive a certificate of participation from the All India Council for Robotics & Automation (AICRA). This competition provides a unique opportunity for national and international recognition within the dynamic field of robotics.
The competition is structured into three rigorous rounds: two elimination rounds and a final round. The performance of each RC plane will be evaluated based on its ability to navigate hurdles, complete circuits efficiently, and demonstrate exceptional stability and pilot control. Negative points may be incurred for crashes, emphasizing precision and careful execution.
Rounds and format
The competition has three rounds: two elimination rounds and a final round. In the elimination rounds, teams must take off from a specific location and land within a predetermined circular landing spot in the minimum time possible. The top 25 teams with the best timings will move to the final round. The final round involves completing a circuit while avoiding hurdles placed in the flying zone. Points are awarded for maneuvering through hurdles and time taken, with stability and pilot control also judged.
How entries are judged
Performance of the RC plane in all rounds/arenas will be evaluated individually. Judging criteria include the ability to take off, land, maneuver, navigate through hurdles, complete the circuit in minimum time, stability, and pilot's control ability. Negative points will be awarded for crashes.
Selection process
Teams are selected based on their performance in the elimination rounds, with the top 25 teams advancing to the final round. The final winner is determined by the maximum points scored in the final round.
How to prepare
- TechnoXian official website for rules and guidelines
- Online tutorials and resources on RC plane design and aerodynamics
- Robotics and engineering textbooks
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The competition encourages self-directed learning and application of principles from physics, engineering, and robotics. No formal curriculum is provided, but participants are expected to research and apply concepts related to RC plane design and flight.
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