Goa hosted the WSRO National Championship 2026, the 9th edition of the national-level robotics and STEM championship, at Peddem Indoor Stadium, Mapusa, Goa. The Championship was held on September 26 and 27. The two-day championship brought together 1,200+ participants, 400+ teams and 250+ robots, while attracting 2,000+ visitors from all across India.
The event brought together young innovators, students, educators and robotics enthusiasts from different parts of India on a vibrant platform to showcase and celebrate robotics, STEM education, creativity, technology and innovation. It provided participants with opportunities to demonstrate their technical skills, exchange ideas, collaborate with peers and explore innovative approaches to real-world challenges.
Through hands-on competitions, project showcases and interactive activities, the event encouraged young learners to experiment, build, solve problems and transform their ideas into practical solutions. It also fostered an environment of learning, teamwork and creativity, inspiring participants to develop a deeper interest in robotics, STEM and emerging technologies.
WSRO National Championship 2026: A National Platform for Young Innovators
The championship featured 16 competitions, providing students with opportunities to demonstrate their robotics skills, technical knowledge, creativity, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
Participants competed in a variety of robotics and STEM challenges while also taking part in student exhibitions, project showcases and cultural activities. The combination of competitions and showcases created an engaging environment where young learners could put their knowledge into practice and share their innovative ideas.
The WSRO National Championship 2026 was hosted in Goa by Qurious Mind, a Vasco Da Gama-based edtech startup that served as the hosting partner. Led by its CEO, Yogesh Kerkar, Qurious Mind has been actively involved in promoting robotics, STEM education and technology learning among young students.
Two Days of Robotics Competitions and Innovation
The first day, September 26, began with the opening ceremony, followed by qualifying rounds and various robotics and STEM competitions. Student showcases gave young innovators an opportunity to present their projects and demonstrate their creativity, while a cultural evening added another dimension to the day’s programme.
The second day, September 27, featured further competitions and final rounds. Participants continued to compete across different robotics and STEM challenges, while exhibitions showcased student projects and innovations.
The championship concluded with the prize distribution ceremony and closing ceremony, marking the culmination of two days filled with competition, learning, creativity, collaboration and celebration. The closing ceremony recognised the efforts and achievements of participating teams while providing a fitting conclusion to an event that brought together young innovators from across India. It celebrated not only the competition results but also the enthusiasm, perseverance, teamwork and innovative spirit demonstrated by participants throughout the championship.
16 Competitions, 400+ Teams and 250+ Robots
The scale of the championship was reflected in its participation and activities:
- 16 robotics and STEM competitions
- 400+ participating teams
- 250+ robots
- 1,200+ participants
- 2,000+ visitors
With hundreds of teams competing across diverse challenges, the championship provided students with a national platform to demonstrate their abilities in robotics and STEM. The hands-on nature of the competitions encouraged participants to apply concepts, test their ideas, solve problems and work collaboratively.
The presence of 250+ robots further demonstrated the scale and diversity of hands-on robotics engagement at the event. From innovative designs and working prototypes to competition-ready robotic systems, the robots showcased the creativity, technical skills and practical knowledge of participating teams. The wide range of projects reflected how young learners were applying concepts from robotics, engineering and STEM to build, test and refine their ideas in a competitive environment.
Strengthening Robotics and STEM Education in Goa
The participation of 1,200+ students and participants and the presence of 2,000+ visitors highlighted the strong engagement and growing interest in robotics, STEM education and technology-driven learning. The diverse participation brought together students, educators, parents, technology enthusiasts and visitors from different backgrounds, creating a vibrant environment centred around innovation and hands-on learning. The turnout also demonstrated the value of providing young learners with opportunities to explore emerging technologies, showcase their abilities and engage with practical STEM experiences.
The championship also helped strengthen Goa’s position as a destination for STEM and robotics education, bringing together students, educators, technology enthusiasts and families around a shared interest in innovation and emerging technologies.
Events such as the WSRO National Championship provide young learners with opportunities to move beyond theoretical learning and experience technology through building, testing, problem-solving, collaboration and innovation.
Qurious Mind’s Role in Promoting Robotics Education
For Qurious Mind, hosting the championship represented another significant step in its ongoing efforts to make technology and robotics education more accessible, engaging and practical for young learners. Through initiatives that encourage hands-on learning, creativity, problem-solving and innovation, Qurious Mind continues to create opportunities for students to explore robotics, develop practical STEM skills and gain meaningful exposure to technology beyond the traditional classroom.
The WSRO National Championship 2026 was more than a robotics competition—it was a platform where young minds came together to learn, build, compete, collaborate and innovate. The energy, creativity and determination demonstrated by participants throughout the two-day championship reflected the growing enthusiasm for robotics and STEM among the next generation.
As these young innovators continue to experiment with ideas and turn concepts into working solutions, events like the WSRO National Championship help create pathways for students to discover their potential and develop the skills needed to shape the technologies of tomorrow.
Qurious Mind remains committed to building these opportunities and inspiring the next generation of innovators—one idea, one robot and one learner at a time.
Building, Creating and Innovating Through STEM
The WSRO National Championship 2026 in Goa brought together education, technology and youthful innovation on one platform.
Across two days, participants competed, collaborated, showcased projects and explored the possibilities of robotics and STEM. The successful hosting of the 9th edition of the WSRO National Championship highlighted the value of providing young learners with platforms where they can build, create, innovate and develop skills for the future.
From 16 competitions and 400+ teams to 250+ robots, 1,200+ participants and 2,000+ visitors, the championship represented a significant gathering of young innovators and robotics enthusiasts from across India.
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