RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge
by Indian RoboCup Junior Foundation
Represent India Internationally
RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge is a competition by Indian RoboCup Junior Foundation for students in Class 9–12, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 9–12
Fee
Registration fee applies
Duration
Regional and national events typically span 2 days.
Format
Team · Teams of 4
Time needed
Requires significant time for robot design, building, programming, and testing over several weeks or months.
About This Opportunity
The RoboCup Junior Rescue Line competition is a premier STEM event where students build and program an autonomous robot for a simulated search and rescue mission. The robot must follow a black line through a modular arena with obstacles, ramps, and intersections, mimicking a disaster zone, to locate and move 'victims' to a safe area.
This national competition is open to Indian students from 14 to 19 years of age, competing in teams. The challenge fosters hands-on skills in robotics, programming, and engineering design, encouraging innovation and teamwork. Winners of the national event earn the prestigious opportunity to represent India at the International RoboCup competition, gaining global exposure and competing with the world's best young minds.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 9–12
- Age Range
- 14 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students should be enrolled in a recognized educational institution in India.
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of robotics and programming is recommended.
- Ability to work in a team to design and build a robot.
Age: 14 to 19 years. Teams of 2-4 members. Requirements: Must be a student in India with an interest in robotics and programming. Location: Open to all students across India.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
What's covered
An autonomous robot should follow a black line while overcoming different problems in a modular arena formed by tiles with different patterns.
Rewards & Recognition
Prizes
Trophies & Medals
Winners and top-performing teams receive trophies, medals, and special recognition awards for categories like 'Best Robot Design'.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
All participants receive a certificate of participation, and winners receive certificates of achievement.
Opens doors to
Participation and success in this prestigious competition significantly enhance a student's profile for admissions into top STEM universities in India and abroad.
Recognition
Represent India Internationally
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Focuses on real-world disaster rescue scenarios.
- Modular and unpredictable arena layout for each round.
- Emphasis on fully autonomous robot operation.
Rounds & format
The competition is structured with regional/zonal rounds held in various cities across India. Teams that qualify in the regional events advance to the National Championship.
How entries are judged
Teams are scored based on their robot's performance in each run. Points are awarded for successfully navigating tiles, overcoming obstacles like ramps and seesaws, following the correct path at intersections, and rescuing victims. Penalties may be applied for rule violations or requiring human assistance.
Selection process
Selection for the national level is based on the scores and rankings achieved in the regional competitions. The top-performing teams from each zone are invited to the national finals.
How to apply
- 1Teams must register online via the official RoboCup Junior India website.
- 2The registration process includes submitting team and mentor details and paying the required fee.
- 3Registered teams first compete in regional events to qualify for the National Championship.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Teams are required to pay a registration fee to participate. The exact amount varies by regional event and is announced on the official Indian RoboCup Junior Foundation website during the registration period.
Refund policy
Registration fees are typically non-refundable. Teams should check the specific policy for the current year's competition.
Frequently asked questions
Is RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge free?
Registration fee applies
Who can participate in RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge?
Students in Class 9–12. children aged 14-18.
What will my child gain from RoboCup Junior India - Rescue Line Challenge?
Opportunity to represent India at the International RoboCup competition.. Gain hands-on experience in robotics, programming, and engineering.. Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.. Receive certificates, trophies, and special awards like 'Best Robot Design'.. Enhances profile for admissions into top STEM universities.. Network with peers who share a passion for robotics and technology..
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