National Championship Series · Season 2026–27 · 30–31 Jan 2027 · E-Cell, IIT Delhi
Innovation Championship 2027
Spot a real-world problem, build a working prototype under one of four future-focused themes, and defend it before expert judges.
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Championship overview
The Innovation Championship is a project-based innovation and prototyping competition and a flagship event of TechRadiance's National-Level Championship Series. Teams identify a real-world problem, design a technology solution, build a working prototype and present it to a panel of expert judges.
Judges look at what you build and how well you understand the problem, justify your design, test your solution and explain its impact. The championship rewards curiosity, originality, teamwork and responsible innovation.
Key highlights
- 500+ students and 100+ teams expected
- Certificate of Participation from TechRadiance, in association with E-Cell, IIT Delhi
- Prizes worth up to ₹10,00,000 for winning teams
- Four themes: Space, AI, Renewable Energy, and Biomedical & Assistive Technology
- Live demonstrations and expert-panel feedback
Two days, two levels of challenge
Day 1 is a pitch and prototype showcase. Day 2 is a live demonstration before a senior panel.
Innovation Showcase: qualifying stage
- One project per team, under one theme only
- Submit a project abstract (maximum 2 pages) before the championship
- A 5-minute pitch, then 3 minutes of judges' questions
- Bring a prototype or working proof-of-concept and a display poster or board
- Judges may visit your station for a short demo and technical discussion
- A penalty may be imposed for rule violations, unsafe operation, late reporting or inappropriate conduct
Ranking: qualifier score out of 100, penalties, then a tie-break if required. The best-scoring teams advance.
Innovate for Impact: build, demonstrate and defend
- Finalists give a live prototype demonstration, then a structured pitch
- Show a complete, reliable solution linking the problem, technology, testing and real-world benefit
- Show what you tested, learned and changed since Day 1
- Repeated demo failures, unsafe operation or not being able to explain the prototype can cost points
- External help, pre-built solutions or remote assistance during the demo attract penalties or disqualification
The best overall score is declared Champion and progresses to the International Finale.
Entry fee
₹3,999₹2,999 Limited-time price
per team of up to 5 students, inclusive of GST. Same fee for both rounds.
For 1st to 3rd rank holders or Merit Certificate holders from the TechRadiance Zonal Rounds.
For Participation Certificate holders and all enthusiasts, regardless of prior participation.
Innovation themes
Pick one theme and solve a clearly defined real-world problem within it. The focus areas are examples; original ideas score highest.
| Space Technology & Exploration | Moon and Mars rovers, satellite systems, space habitats, lunar exploration, astronaut assistance |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence & Autonomous Agents | AI-enabled robots, intelligent agents, AI assistants, computer vision, autonomous decision-making |
| Renewable Energy & Green Technology | Solar innovation, wind energy, energy storage, smart grids |
| Biomedical Engineering & Assistive Technology | Smart prosthetics, rehabilitation devices, assistive robots, healthcare monitoring |
Day 1 scoring (100 marks)
| Problem identification & theme relevance | 20 |
|---|---|
| Innovation & originality | 25 |
| Design & feasibility | 25 |
| Prototype progress | 20 |
| Presentation & documentation | 10 |
Day 2 scoring (100 marks)
| Innovation & originality | 20 |
|---|---|
| Technical execution & working prototype | 25 |
| Impact & theme relevance | 15 |
| Presentation & communication | 15 |
| Expert Q&A | 10 |
| Teamwork & documentation | 15 |
Penalties
| Late reporting to station or slot | −2 marks per 5 minutes |
|---|---|
| Exceeding pitch or demo time | −1 mark per 30 seconds over |
| Unsafe operation or handling | Up to −10 marks, or demo stopped |
| Outside help during the demo | Up to −10 marks or round disqualification |
| Ready-made or copied project | Disqualification |
| Misconduct | Deduction or disqualification, at the judges' discretion |
Tie-break order: technical execution, then innovation & originality, then expert Q&A; then a committee tie-break if needed.
Rules
Project and prototype
- One project per team, under one of the four themes only.
- A working prototype or functional proof-of-concept is required; presentations or drawings alone are not enough.
- Microcontrollers (Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi), sensors, motors, solar panels, modules and AI or software tools may be used, if the project is safe and the team can explain how it works.
- The idea, design, build and programming must be primarily the team's own. Ready-made products or copied projects are not permitted.
- Open-source libraries, pre-trained AI models, tutorials and commercial modules are allowed if acknowledged and the team's own contribution is significant.
- The prototype must be finished before the championship; only minor fixes are allowed at the event.
Safety and materials
- All materials must be safe, non-toxic and non-hazardous.
- No flammable, explosive, corrosive or hazardous chemicals, open flames or high-voltage mains-powered systems.
- Battery power must be insulated and protected, at 12V or below unless approved in writing.
- No sharp, pointed or cutting parts.
- Biomedical and assistive prototypes are demonstrated on models, mannequins or consenting, supervised volunteers only. No invasive or unsafe testing.
Demonstration and presentation
- Report to your station and time slot on time; late teams may be penalised or lose their slot.
- Strict time limits apply to the pitch and demo.
- All team members should be present and able to explain their contribution.
- Teams bring their own power supply, extension boards, tools and display material unless told otherwise.
- Judges' decisions on scoring, rules and rankings are final.
Fair play and conduct
- Plagiarism or presenting others' work as your own leads to disqualification.
- Do not tamper with other teams' projects or disturb their presentations.
- Be respectful to judges, volunteers, organizers and other teams.
- Photos and videos from the event may be used by TechRadiance for promotion. Teams keep ownership of their ideas.
- Judges may disqualify any team whose project or conduct is unsafe or unfair. The organizers may modify these rules as necessary.
Team guidelines
- Bring everything you need: prototype, laptop, chargers, cables, hardware, tools, batteries and display poster. Each station gets basic table space and a power point.
- Teams have up to 5 members.
- Register online through the TechRadiance website and choose your theme when you register.
- Submit a project abstract (maximum 2 pages): problem, solution, components or technologies, and expected impact.
- Keep a project logbook of ideas, experiments, test results and changes. Judges may ask to see it.
Team video recognition
- Prepare a 1 to 5 minute video, maximum 100MB, showing your project idea, readiness, creativity or enthusiasm.
- Share it at contact@techradiance.in (Google Drive or WeTransfer) or WhatsApp +91-7015568312 / +91-9667137548, with team and school name.
- Videos go on the TechRadiance Instagram page. The top 3 to 5 by likes receive a special recognition award.
Awards & recognition
Prizes worth up to ₹10,00,000
Plus a Certificate of Excellence and an Internship Opportunity for winning teams.
Champion
One winner: the highest overall Final Round score.
Special Recognitions
Such as Most Creative Idea, Best Prototype, Best Social Impact and Best Presentation.
Best Organizer of the Series
Awarded to one school for outstanding event organization.
Best Coordinator
Awarded to the most dedicated teacher for exceptional coordination.
Best Accommodation of the Series
Awarded to one school for excellent hospitality arrangements.
Certificates of Achievement
All participants receive a certificate recognizing their efforts.
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