Robowars-2026

Robowars 2026 is an inter-college student combat robotics competition organised under Pratishtha at Mahavir Education Trust’s Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College (SAKEC). Teams design, fabricate, and control combat robots to compete in a fully enclosed arena, with strict emphasis on safety, engineering discipline, innovation, and strategic combat. Event Objectives The primary objective of Robowars is to challenge students to design and operate combat-ready robots capable of disabling or outscoring opponents through controlled and strategic aggression, while strictly complying with all technical and safety regulations. The event evaluates robots based on: Damage capability Aggression during combat Control and manoeuvrability Robowars promotes hands-on learning in mechanical design, embedded electronics, power systems, control mechanisms, and safety engineering. Prize Pool: Total Prize Pool: ₹15,000 Prizes include cash awards, trophies, and certificates. E-certificates will be provided to all registered participants. Tournament Format: The competition follows a League + Knockout format. Based on the number of registered teams, organisers reserve the right to modify match structure and brackets to ensure fairness. Team Specifications: Team size: Minimum 3 and maximum 6 members Cross-college teams are allowed One participant may be part of only one team A designated team leader is mandatory for official communication All participants must carry a valid college ID No accommodation will be provided by the organisers  Arena Specifications: Arena Size: 12 ft × 12 ft × 3 ft Arena Type: Square combat arena designed for competitive robotic engagements Design Focus: Engineered to ensure participant and audience safety during combat operations Robot Specifications: Weight & Dimensions: Maximum robot weight: 2 kg (excluding battery) with 2% tolerance Maximum dimensions: 30 × 30 × 24 cm Power System: Electrical power only Maximum voltage: 48V DC All batteries must be mounted onboard Movement: Wheeled, tracked, or walking mechanisms allowed Flying, sticking, or anchoring mechanisms are prohibited Weapons & Safety Regulations: Every robot must have exactly one active powered weapon Passive-only robots are not allowed Spinning, lifting, crushing, or cutting weapons are permitted Fire, explosives, projectiles, entanglement devices, and high-voltage weapons are strictly prohibited Weapon safety locks are mandatory outside the arena, and all weapons must default to a safe state on power loss. Control System & Kill Switch: Wireless remote control systems only Minimum of four selectable frequencies required Mandatory kill switch must instantly cut power to the robot Kill switch is tested before every match Match Rules & Judging Criteria: Matches are evaluated based on: Damage – 10 points Aggression – 5 points Control – 5 points Judges’ decisions are final and binding. Intentional arena damage or unsafe behaviour results in immediate disqualification.