Robotics Competitions & Programs for Kids in India
Robotics competitions challenge children to design, build and program working machines, blending engineering, coding and teamwork in one hands-on contest. WiWit lists 168 verified robotics competitions in India from 86 organizations. They include options spanning Grade 1 to 12, 21 available online, 29 free to enter.
Robotics is one of the fastest-growing areas of children's learning in India, and for good reason: a single robotics challenge brings together mechanical design, electronics, coding and problem-solving, usually in a team. The listings here include line-following and sumo robot contests, build-and-program challenges, drone and IoT competitions, and longer robotics programs and camps where children learn before they compete. They span middle and senior school, with a few entry points for younger builders. Because hardware events vary widely in cost and format, WiWit verifies each listing and surfaces the mode (in person, online or hybrid) and fee up front, so you can find a robotics opportunity that matches your child's grade and your budget.
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Robotics Competitions & Programs for Kids in India at a glance
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| Opportunity | Organizer | Eligibility | Mode | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC) | Aerospace Education Competitions (AEC) | Grade 9 to 12 | Hybrid | ₹18,000 per team |
| Kala Utsav - National Vocal Music Competition | National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) | Grade 9 to 12 | In-Person | Free |
| National Robotics League (NRL) | The Innovation Story | Grade 7 to 12 | In-Person | ₹3,500 per student + GST |
| India STEM Innovation Challenge (Medior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission | India STEM Mission | Ages 13 to 16 | Hybrid | ₹1,500 for one student, ₹3,000 for a team, plus 18% GST |
| Techradiance Jr World Cup - Soccer Robotics Championship | Harbour Edutech Pvt Ltd (Techradiance) | Grade 3 to 12 | In-Person | ₹300 per student for zonal winners, ₹700 per student in the open round, GST included |
| IRIS National Fair - STEM Research & Innovation Competition | EXSTEMPLAR Education Linkers Foundation | Grade 5 to 12 | Hybrid | ₹5,000 + taxes per project |
| AEROGO Quadcopter Drone Building Workshop | AEROGO | Grade 9 to 12 | In-Person | ₹1,700 for one child, ₹6,500 for a team of up to 5, plus a ticket service fee |
| International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition | iGEM Foundation | Grade 9 to 12 | Hybrid | €4,950 per team early, €5,450 regular, €5,950 late, plus €2,750 per team |
| India STEM Innovation Challenge (Junior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission | India STEM Mission | Grade 2 to 7 | Hybrid | ₹1,500 for one student, ₹3,000 for a team, plus 18% GST |
| World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship | World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Association | Grade 3 to 12 | In-Person | $265 |
| Techradiance Jr World Cup - Coding Hackathon | Harbour Edutech Pvt Ltd (Techradiance) | Grade 3 to 12 | Hybrid | ₹700 |
| Robofest India Game Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition | Novatech Robo | Grade 5 to 8 | In-Person | ₹3,500 |
| WRO India Future Innovators Robotics Competition | World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Association | Grade 3 to 12 | Hybrid | Paid |
| STEMpreneur National Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition by Kr8ivity League | Kr8ivity League, ABL Education LLP | Grade 9 to 12 | Hybrid | Paid |
| RoboQuest Senior by Kr8ivity League | Kr8ivity League, ABL Education LLP | Grade 9 to 12 | Hybrid | Paid |
International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC)
by Aerospace Education Competitions (AEC)
A team competition run by Aerospace Education Competitions in which high school students work as an aerospace company's proposal team and design a space settlement. Teams in India enter through the Asian Regional Space Settlement Design Competition (ARSSDC).
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Kala Utsav - National Vocal Music Competition
by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
Kala Utsav is a Ministry of Education program for students in Grades 9 to 12. Its vocal music competition has a solo category for classical or semi-classical singing and a group category of up to 4 students for folk, devotional, patriotic or light music.
National Robotics League (NRL)
by The Innovation Story
A robotics championship for students in Grades 7 to 12, run by The Innovation Story. Teams of 6 to 10 students build and program a robot, compete at a regional event, and the qualifiers go on to the National Championship.
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India STEM Innovation Challenge (Medior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission
by India STEM Mission
National STEM innovation challenge for ages 13-16, featuring three competitive rounds culminating in a national final.
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Techradiance Jr World Cup - Soccer Robotics Championship
by Harbour Edutech Pvt Ltd (Techradiance)
Design, program, and operate soccer robots in this national championship. Compete in qualifier and final rounds, showcase innovation, and win prizes and certificates.
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IRIS National Fair - STEM Research & Innovation Competition
by EXSTEMPLAR Education Linkers Foundation
A science research competition for students in Grades 5 to 12 across India, run by EXSTEMPLAR Education Linkers Foundation. Winners represent India at Regeneron ISEF.
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AEROGO Quadcopter Drone Building Workshop
by AEROGO
A hands-on workshop by AEROGO for Indian students to build and customize quadcopter drones, learning flight science, electronics, and drone regulations. Participants gain practical skills and receive a certificate.
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International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition
by iGEM Foundation
An international synthetic biology competition run by the iGEM Foundation. In its High School Competition, teams of high school students design, build, test and present a project.
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India STEM Innovation Challenge (Junior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission
by India STEM Mission
Ignite curiosity and foster innovation among young minds through the STEM Innovation Challenge by India STEM Mission, showcasing talents in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
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World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship
by World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Association
The World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship is a global robotics competition where top student teams from around the world compete after qualifying through national events. It fosters creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in young minds.
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Techradiance Jr World Cup - Coding Hackathon
by Harbour Edutech Pvt Ltd (Techradiance)
National online coding challenge for young innovators to solve real-world problems, showcasing programming, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
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Robofest India Game Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
by Novatech Robo
Autonomous robotics competition for students in Grades 5-8 to program robots for bridge building and testing, leading to the Robofest World Championship.
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WRO India Future Innovators Robotics Competition
by World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Association
WRO India's Future Innovators is a robotics competition challenging students to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems using technology. Teams showcase their projects and robotic models to judges and the public, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.
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STEMpreneur National Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition by Kr8ivity League
by Kr8ivity League, ABL Education LLP
STEMpreneur is a national competition by Kr8ivity League, challenging Indian students to merge STEM with entrepreneurship, developing innovative business ideas to solve real-world problems.
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RoboQuest Senior by Kr8ivity League
by Kr8ivity League, ABL Education LLP
RoboQuest Senior is Kr8ivity League's national robotics competition for students in Grades 9 to 12, who build a maze-solving robot and race it against the clock.
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ROBOQuest Junior by Kr8ivity League
by Kr8ivity League, ABL Education LLP
ROBOQuest Junior is a national robotics competition by Kr8ivity League, challenging young Indian minds to design, build, and program robots for complex tasks, fostering innovation and technical skills.
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National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB) - Gateway to International Biology Olympiad
by Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT)
NSEB is the crucial first stage for Indian students aspiring to represent India at the International Biology Olympiad, focusing on advanced biology concepts from Class 11-12 syllabus.
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D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge
by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India
Year-long national biotechnology innovation challenge by DBT for school students, with monthly submission cycles and government-recognized certificates.
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Cambridge Re:think Essay Competition
by Cambridge Centre for International Research (CCIR)
An international essay competition by the Cambridge Centre for International Research (CCIR) for high school students to develop critical thinking on global issues.
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RoboCup Junior India CoSpace Challenge Under-12
by Indian RoboCup Junior Foundation
National robot coding contest for teams aged 7 to 12: program a virtual self-driving robot through a simulated smart city.
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LoDEStonE - Residential Program on Sustainable Design & Innovation
by Pravaha Foundation
A 12-day residential camp by Pravaha and IIIT-Hyderabad for grades 8-10, focusing on sustainable design, innovation, and problem-solving.
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Episteme - Residential STEM Immersion Program
by Pravaha Foundation
A 14-day residential STEM camp by Pravaha Foundation for students in grades 4-9, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and design thinking.
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OFLY International Aviation Workshop
by OFLY
OFLY International Aviation Workshop offers students hands-on learning in aviation, including aircraft systems, navigation, and career insights from industry experts, fostering practical skills and global exposure in the aviation field.
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OFLY Aviation Summer Camp LEAP
by OFLY
OFLY's LEAP is India's first aviation summer camp, offering students a comprehensive 6-day, 5-night experience to explore various facets of aviation, including aircraft maintenance, ground handling, and flight training.
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Competitions (128)
- Aerial Drone Competition
- Aerial Drone Competition Pro
- Anveshana Science and Engineering Fair
- Asian Regional Space Settlement Design Competition (ARSSDC)
- Asiarope Science Olympiad
- BIEA International STEM Youth Innovation Competition
- Biodesign Challenge (BDC)
- Cambridge Re:think Essay Competition
- Codeavour - Track 1 (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
- Codeavour - Track 2 (Wellness Wave AI Robo Challenge)
- Codeavour - Track 3 (Robo Soccer League)
- D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge
- e-Yantra Virtual Museum Competition
- EHF National Biotechnology Olympiad (NBTO) Offline
- FIRST LEGO League Explore
- FIRST LEGO League Future Edition
- FIRST Robotics Competition
- FIRST Tech Challenge India
- Future Tech Olympiad by 1M1B
- Hindustan Aeromodelling Competition (HAC)
- HPE CodeWars
- Humming Bird Cyber/Computer Olympiad (HCO)
- IIT Kharagpur Young Innovators Program (YIP)
- India STEM Innovation Challenge (Junior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission
- India STEM Innovation Challenge (Medior STEM Innovator) by India STEM Mission
- Indian National Biology Olympiad (INBO)
- Indian Nationals Space Settlement Design Competition (INSSDC)
- Indian Robotic Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Techies
- Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Explorers
- Indian Robotics Olympiad (IRO) ROBO Adventures - Innovators
- Indian Robotics Olympiad ROBO Adventures Innovators Online
- Indian Robotics Olympiad ROBO Adventures Techies Online
- Indian Science And Engineering Fair (INSEF) By SSI
- IndiaSkills Junior - Mobile Robotics Competition
- International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition
- International GENIUS AI Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Coding Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International GENIUS Robotics Olympiad by Terra Science and Education
- International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) for Indian Students
- International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC)
- IRIS National Fair - STEM Research & Innovation Competition
- Junior Makeathon by Shaastra IIT Madras - India's Innovation Challenge for School Students
- Kala Utsav - National Vocal Music Competition
- Kruu Play Innovation Challenge
- Meity - National Cyber Security Cartoon Story Board Competition
- Mekathlon - International Autonomous Sumo Bot Competition
- Mekathlon Fastest Line Follower Robot Competition
- Mekathlon Manual Sumo Bot Competition
- Mekathlon Racer Robo Competition for School Students
- Mekathlon Robo Soccer Competition
- Mekathlon Robotics Innovation Challenge
- MTO International STEM Olympiad - Technology and Engineering Category
- NASA Space Apps Challenge India
- National Automobile Olympiad (NAO)
- National Olympiad of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (NOPESS)
- National Robotics League (NRL)
- National Standard Examination in Biology (NSEB) - Gateway to International Biology Olympiad
- NSS Gerard K. O'Neill Space Settlement Contest
- OFLY Be the Aviator Challenge
- Otomatiks Robotica - Drone Race Competition
- Otomatiks Robotica - ROBO RACE Competition
- Otomatiks Robotica - ROBO SUMO - National Robotics Competition
- Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)
- RoboCup Junior India - OnStage Competition
- RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge
- RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Maze Challenge
- RoboCup Junior India CoSpace Challenge Under-12
- RoboCup Junior India CoSpace Challenge Under-19
- Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division
- Robofest India - RoboMed Junior Division
- Robofest India - Vision Centric Challenge (VCC)
- Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India BottleSumo Senior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India Building Bridges Senior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India Exhibition Senior Division: Open Robotics Showcase
- Robofest India Game Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
- Robofest India Junior Division - Exhibition
- Robofest India RoboArts Senior Division: Robotics in Visual & Performing Arts
- Robofest India RoboMed Senior Division: Autonomous Medical Robotics Project Competition
- ROBOQuest Junior by Kr8ivity League
- RoboQuest Senior by Kr8ivity League
- Robotica - National Working Model Competition
- Robotics for Good Youth Challenge - Innovate for a Better World
- Robotics for Good Youth Challenge India
- School Innovation Marathon (SIM) - India's Largest Innovation Challenge
- Smart India Hackathon Junior (SIH Junior)
- STEMpreneur National Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition by Kr8ivity League
- STEMxplore
- TCS InQuizitive
- Techradiance Jr World Cup - Coding Hackathon
- Techradiance Jr World Cup - Mini Humanoid Championship
- Techradiance Jr World Cup - Soccer Robotics Championship
- Techradiance Jr. World Cup - Fastest Line Follower Championship Category
- TECHSTIEN AI Gesture Controlled Robot Workshop & National Championship at IIT Delhi
- The IEOM High School STEM Competition
- The STEAM Cup
- Veer Baal Diwas Poetry Competition
- Vivo Ignite
- World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship
- World Skill Challenge - DRONEX (Big Drone Flying Competition)
- World Skill Challenge - DRONEX KIDS
- World Skill Challenge - Mystery Makers Design & Thinking Competition
- World Skill Challenge - ROCKETMANIA
- World Skill Challenge - STARS & BEYOND Quiz Competition
- World Skill Challenge - TECH FOR GOOD Robotics Competition
- World Skill Challenge - Tech Throttle BattleBot Competition
- World Skill Challenge - Throttle Titans (RC Plane Flying Competition)
- World Skill Challenge - WING WARRIORS
- World Skill Challenge Tech Throttle - RC Car Racing Challenge
- WRC Bots Combat Championship
- WRC Drone Racing Circuit (DRC) by AICRA
- WRC Drone Rescue Challenge
- WRC Drone Soccer Challenge by AICRA
- WRC Electric Car Racing Challenge
- WRC Fastest Line Follower Robotics Competition
- WRC Innovation Contest
- WRC Maze Solver Challenge
- WRC RC Craft Challenge
- WRC Robo Hockey Challenge By AICRA
- WRC Robo Race Challenge - National Robotics Competition
- WRC RoboSoccer Challenge
- WRC Sumobot Challenge by AICRA
- WRC Water Rocket Challenge
- WRO India Future Engineers Robotics Competition
- WRO India Future Innovators Robotics Competition
- WRO India RoboMission
- WRO India RoboSports Robotics Competition
- Young Scientist India (YSI) Innovation Challenge
Programs (10)
- ATLAS Summer School
- BITM Innovation Hub Membership Program for School Students
- ISRO YUVIKA (Yuva Vignani Karyakrama) - Young Scientist Programme for Class 9 Students
- MANASVI
- Navars Scientist Programs (Young, Junior & Senior)
- NextGen@IIT Bombay Summer School
- Robo Siksha Kendra - STEM and Robotics Tinkering Labs
- SOAR: Skilling for AI Readiness
- Thiel Fellowship - Global Grant for Young Innovators & Entrepreneurs
- Young Tinker Space
Workshops (15)
- AEROGO Quadcopter Drone Building Workshop
- Aerogo Rubber Powered Glider Workshop
- Chuck Glider Workshop - Learn Aeromodelling and Flight Principles with Aerogo
- Edutech STEM and Robotics Workshop
- IITB Makerspace Summer Workshop
- ImmersionX: Electronics and Innovation
- National Bal Bhavan Summer Fiesta
- Nehru Science Centre Vacation Creative Science Workshops
- OFLY International Aviation Workshop
- Pluto Drone Building Workshop by AEROGO in Bengaluru
- TECHSTIEN Artificial Intelligence Workshop for Young Innovators
- VITM Arduino Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
- VITM Bioscience Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
- VITM Electronics Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
- VITM Physics Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
Camps (12)
- Barcelona International Youth Science Challenge (BIYSC)
- Brainy n Bright Summer Technology and Innovation Camp
- Episteme - Residential STEM Immersion Program
- Experient Science Labs Summer Camp
- IISER Bhopal Summer Outreach Camp
- LoDEStonE - Residential Program on Sustainable Design & Innovation
- National Science Centre Summer Hobby Camps Delhi
- Nehru Science Centre Innovation Hub
- OFLY Aviation Summer Camp LEAP
- Science Quest (SQuest) IIT Palakkad
- Young Entrepreneurs’ Boot Camp (YEB) by BITS Pilani
- Young Technology Scholars Plus (YTS+)
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Frequently asked questions
How many robotics competitions are listed on WiWit?
WiWit currently lists 168 verified robotics competitions in India from 86 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.
Which grades can take part in robotics competitions?
The robotics competitions listed here span students from Grade 1 to Grade 12. The comparison table shows the eligible grades for each listing, so you can scan for your child's grade.
Can my child take part in robotics competitions online?
Robotics competitions are available in multiple modes: 21 run online, 105 are in person, 42 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.
Are there free robotics competitions?
Yes, 29 of the 168 robotics competitions listed are free to enter. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.
Does my child need their own robot or kit?
It varies. Some competitions supply kits or run on a standard platform, while others expect teams to bring their own build. Many programs and camps include the hardware in the fee. Check the individual listing. The mode and format are shown on each card.
Is robotics only for older children?
No. While many competitive events target middle and senior school, there are beginner-friendly robotics programs and camps for younger children that teach the basics first. Use the grade filter in the comparison table to find age-appropriate options.
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