Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division
Up to $80K LTU Scholarship
Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division 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
1 day (India Regional); World Championship on May 14-16, 2026
Format
Both · Teams of 5
Time needed
Weeks of robot and performance design, plus 1 day for competition
About This Opportunity
Robofest India – RoboArts Junior Division is a creative robotics competition for students in Grades 5-8, blending technology with artistic expression. Participants design, build, and program intelligent, autonomous robots to perform in visual or performing arts categories, fostering innovation and problem-solving.
This unique STEAM competition encourages teamwork and provides hands-on robotics experience. Successful teams gain valuable skills and have the chance to qualify for the prestigious Robofest World Championship, with opportunities for scholarships to Lawrence Technological University.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 5–8
- Age Range
- - years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students in Classes 5-8.
Prerequisites
- Robotics building and programming skills
- Interest in creative expression and performing/visual arts
Additional requirements
- Signed Informed Consent, Release and Media Authorization Forms required
Open to students in Classes 5 to 8, typically aged 10 to 14 years. Teams consist of 1 to 5 students. Participants need foundational robotics building and programming skills, along with an interest in creative expression through arts.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The competition encourages self-directed learning and application of STEAM principles to design and program autonomous robots for artistic performances.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Up to $80,000 LTU Scholarship
World Championship 1st place (Senior): $20,000/year ($80,000 total). 2nd: $16,000/year. 3rd: $14,000/year. Any participant: $3,000/year.
Prizes
Trophies & World Championship Qualification
Winners receive trophies and qualify for the prestigious Robofest World Championship.
Certificate
Participation Certificate
All participants receive a certificate of participation.
Opens doors to
Participants can apply for an annual $3,000 scholarship to Lawrence Technological University, with higher scholarships up to $80,000 for World Championship winners.
Recognition
International Recognition (World Championship)
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Only Robofest category that combines robotics with visual and performing arts
- STEAM-focused — bridges the gap between technology and creative expression
- Performance categories: dance, fashion, music, storytelling, kinetic art, painting
- Complete creative freedom within broad guidelines
Rounds & format
Teams perform with their artistic robots before a panel of judges. The performance lasts a maximum of 4 minutes, followed by a 2-minute question and answer session. Performance categories include robot dance, fashion shows, music bands, interactive skits, kinetic sculptures, and robotic painting. Projects are evaluated using the RoboArts Judging Rubric.
How entries are judged
Projects evaluated using the RoboArts Judging Rubric on creativity, artistic merit, technical complexity, autonomous operation, sensor usage, and performance quality.
Selection process
Winners from India Regional qualify for Robofest World Championship.
How to apply
- 1Register your team on robofestindia.org
- 2Design, build, and program robots for an artistic performance
- 3Prepare poster board and performance materials
- 4Attend India Regional to perform and present to judges
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of $100 per team is required for participation in the India Regional competition.
Frequently asked questions
Is Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division free?
$100 registration
Who can participate in Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division?
Students in Class 5–8. children aged undefined-undefined.
What will my child gain from Robofest India - RoboArts Junior Division?
Unique STEAM competition combining robotics with arts. Qualify for Robofest World Championship in USA. Up to $80,000 LTU scholarship. Develop creative and technical skills simultaneously. Opportunity to apply for an annual $3,000 LTU scholarship. Gain international recognition and exposure.
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