Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition
$80,000 Scholarship Opportunity
Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition is a competition by Novatech Robo for students in Class 5–8, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 5–8
Fee
$100
Duration
3 days (India Regional); 3 days (World Championship)
Format
Both · Teams of 3
Time needed
Weeks of robot building and programming preparation, plus 3 days for the India Regional competition.
Key Dates
- Competition
- 17 Jan 2026
- Results
- 15 Feb 2027
About This Opportunity
Robofest India BottleSumo is an autonomous robotics competition designed for students to build and program robots that push bottles off a table and compete in head-to-head sumo matches. This event serves as a beginner-friendly introduction to competitive robotics, fostering innovation and technical skills.
The Junior Division specifically targets students in Classes 5-8, utilizing LEGO EV3/NXT/SPIKE Prime/Robot Inventor and VEX IQ platforms. Successful participants from Robofest India earn the opportunity to represent the nation at the prestigious Robofest World Championship held at Lawrence Technological University in the USA.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 5–8
- Age Range
- 10 - 13 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students in Classes 5-8 (Junior divisions).
Prerequisites
- Basic robotics building and programming skills
- Access to a robotics platform (LEGO/VEX IQ for Classic divisions, any platform for Unlimited)
Additional requirements
- Signed Informed Consent, Release and Media Authorization Forms required for each participant
This competition is open to students in Classes 5-8 across India. Participants form teams of 1-3 students and should possess basic robotics building and programming skills. No specific financial criteria or reservations apply.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Beginner
What's covered
The competition aligns with STEM education principles, encouraging practical application of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through robotics.
Rewards & Recognition
Prizes
World Championship & Trophies
Winners qualify to represent India at the Robofest World Championship at Lawrence Technological University. Trophies and medals are awarded to top performers.
Certificate
Participation & Winner Certificates
All registered participants receive personalized medals and certificates. Winners of qualifying and championship rounds receive trophies.
Recognized by
Recognition
International Recognition (World Championship)
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Beginner-friendly entry point into competitive autonomous robotics
- Dual-format competition combining timed trials and head-to-head tournament
- Pathway from India Regional to World Championship at Lawrence Technological University
- LTU scholarships up to $80,000 for World Championship winners
Rounds & format
Session 1 (Time Trial): Each robot pushes 5 bottles off the table, timed to seed tournament bracket. Top 20% receive awards. Session 2 (Single Elimination Tournament): Head-to-head sumo matches with no bottles, maximum 2 minutes per match. 1st and 2nd place trophies awarded.
How entries are judged
Robots score points by pushing opponent's bottles off the table. The robot with the most points wins the match. Penalties apply for pushing own bottles off the table.
Selection process
Top performing teams in the Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division qualify to represent India at the Robofest World Championship in the USA.
How to apply
- 1Register your team on the Robofest India website (robofestindia.org).
- 2Build and program your autonomous robot according to division rules.
- 3Attend the India Regional competition with your robot.
- 4Winners qualify for the Robofest World Championship at Lawrence Technological University, USA.
How to prepare
- Official competition rulebook
- Robofest India website for updates and resources
Fees & financial support
Fee details
$100 per team for India Regional competition. Additional costs may include robot parts and travel to competition venues.
Refund policy
Details regarding refund policy are typically available on the official Robofest India website or during registration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition free?
$100 registration
Who can participate in Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition?
Students in Class 5–8. children aged 10-13.
What will my child gain from Robofest India BottleSumo Junior Division: Autonomous Robotics Competition?
Scholarship opportunities up to $80,000 at Lawrence Technological University. Opportunity to represent India at the Robofest World Championship in USA. Develop essential robotics, programming, and problem-solving skills. Gain international recognition and exposure. Receive participation and winner certificates. Opportunity to qualify for scholarships up to $80,000 at Lawrence Technological University.
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