EVENT STRUCTURE

Eligibility

• Open to UG and PG candidates

Robot Specifications

Weight & Dimensions

• Maximum Weight: 5 kg (with 5% tolerance)
• Maximum Dimensions: 30 cm x 30 cm x 30 cm (L x W x H, including wheels)

Power Limit

• Maximum 24V DC

Team Composition

• Each team can have up to 5 participants

Connectivity

• Both wired and wireless bots are allowed, but if wired the wire’s length can’t be more than 1.3 times of the arena's diagonal dimension

Prohibited Actions

• No grippers or actuators that can harm opponents
• No touching or damaging opponents’ wires
• No allowing the ball to leave the arena
• No human interference (touching the robot during the game)

Event Format

• Knockout Matches: 2-minute halves
• Quarterfinals & Semifinals: 3.5-minute halves
• Finals: 5-minute halves
• Game Start: Ball placed at center, robots begin at their goalposts
• After a Goal: Ball is reset to center, robots return to goalposts

Gameplay & Scoring Rules

• If a bot stops working, the opponent cannot score until it resumes
• If a goal is scored while a bot is inactive, it is counted as a foul
• If a bot remains inactive for 50 seconds, the match is awarded to the opponent
• If both bots or the ball get stuck, the ball is reset to center, and bots return to goalposts
• Attacking or damaging opponents' robots may result in disqualification
• Point System:
  • 3 points per goal
  • 1st foul is excused, subsequent fouls result in 1-point deduction
  • Winner is determined based on total points scored
• Team Participation:
  • Up to 5 members per team
  • Only 2 members in the arena at a time (1 operator, 1 for wires)

Match Rules

• Pre-Match Inspection: Robots checked for safety compliance
• Bots must not separate into multiple parts
• Teams have 2 minutes before each half for adjustments
• Repair Time:
  • 1 minute allowed without penalty
  • Additional 1 minute with 1-point deduction
  • If still immobile, the bot is disqualified
• Wire Entanglement:
  • Match is paused, and the issue is resolved before resumption
• Pneumatics Allowed:
  • Non-flammable pressurized gases, max 6 bar pressure
  • Hydraulics NOT allowed
• Arena Damage by bots will lead to disqualification

Fouls

• Incorrect positioning of bots
• Lifting the ball off the ground
• Deliberate ramming/damage to opponent

Arena Specifications

• Dimensions: 305 cm x 183 cm
• Goal Post: 60 cm x 40 cm
• Side Wall Height: 8 cm
• Penalty Box: 60 cm x 36 cm
• Centre Circle Diameter: 60 cm
• Surface: Plywood base with green carpet
• Ball: Lightweight tennis ball

Competition Rounds

• Checking Dimensions
• Technical Inspection
• Functionality Check
• Arena Testing

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Registration Deadline: 02 Mar 25, 11:59 PM IST
• Video Submission Deadline: February 28, 2025 (11:59 PM IST)
• Event Day: March 5, 2025 (9:30 AM IST)
• Finals: March 5, 2025 (10:30 AM IST)

Prize Pool – ₹1,00,000

• 1st Prize – ₹ 50,000
• 2nd Prize – ₹ 30,000
• 3rd Prize – ₹ 20,000

Note:

• The organizers reserve the right to modify any of the existing rules or introduce new ones if the situation requires it. Any changes made will be communicated to all participating teams before the event begins, ensuring everyone is informed in advance.
• The decisions made by the event management are final and binding. In the event of any disagreements or conflicts regarding the rules or the competition, these will be resolved solely by the organizing team, whose authority in this matter is unquestionable.
• Additionally, all participating teams must submit their robots to the management team at least 5 minutes before their scheduled match begins. This allows the management to conduct necessary checks and ensure everything is in order for the competition to proceed smoothly.

Contact the Organizers

• Vansh Agarwal - 9411068533
• Jatin Bisen - 7558294825