Since 2016, one of the world’s most renowned competitions, the World Robot Olympiad (WRO), has been held in Armenia by the “Ayb” Educational Foundation. Since 2023, the official representative of WRO in Armenia and the sole official organizer of the national round has been the “Contests Lab” Educational NGO.
Today, “Contests Lab”, through this Olympiad, aims to promote the teaching of robotics, programming, and engineering in Armenian schools, while also supporting Armenian students in actively participating in internationally recognized and popular competitions and Olympiads.
The goals of the World Robot Olympiad are:
- Engage students in hands-on scientific activities.
- Spark interest in mathematics, programming, and physics, fostering interdisciplinary connections.
- Develop students’ logical thinking and engineering skills.
- Encourage teamwork skills.
- Promote the practical application of theoretical knowledge.
- Discover and enhance students’ creative thinking and abilities.
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS AND IMPORTANT DATES
WRO is a team competition. Each team can include 2–3 participants. Students aged 8–19 may participate within the appropriate age categories.
Important dates
- Registration deadline: May 20, 2026
- National round: July 19, 2026
- WRO Open Championship: October 13–16, 2026, Croatia
- International final: December 8–10, 2026, Puerto Rico
The WRO theme for 2026 is Robots Meet Culture
In 2026 teams will explore how robots can help shape, protect, and grow art and culture in today’s world. From ancient cave paintings to modern digital art, from fashion to architecture, people have always used creativity to tell stories, preserve traditions, and inspire change.
Robots are becoming creative partners and protectors of our cultural history. They can bring old art back to life, help create new and exciting forms of art, and make cultural treasures easier to access for people everywhere. Robots can also help communities share their stories in new and powerful ways.
When Robots Meet Culture endless possibilities arise!
FUTURE INNOVATORS
Q & A
The answers on our Q&A page should be seen as additions to the rules and will be used for the WRO National and International Final.
ROBOMISSION
In RoboMission General Rule 5.2.3, the maximum voltage for electric components is stated as ≤ 14V. Can this be revised to allow standard 4-cell lithium-ion batteries?
Answer: Yes, the rule has been updated as follows:
- The maximum allowed battery voltage has been updated to 14.8V as a nominal value.
- The 4A current limit has been removed.
- The maximum battery capacity remains unchanged at 6,000 mAh.
Is it allowed to connect two hubs with an optical connection, for example using an LED on one hub and a color sensor on the second hub?
Answer: Yes, optical communication between hubs or controllers is allowed, as long as it cannot be used to transfer information from outside the robot.
- This will not be considered wireless communication under the rule restrictions.
- If this method is used, teams must make sure that both hubs or controllers stop when the stop button is pressed.
FUTURE INNOVATORS
Are teams allowed to bring liquids other than water as part of their solution demonstration?
Answer: Yes. Due to this year’s theme, teams may bring up to a total of 1 liter of non-dangerous fluid materials for demonstration purposes.
- These materials may include colored water, non-toxic paint, gels, or food-grade liquids such as syrup or oil, as long as they are safe and do not create any risk.
- Teams should also bring suitable protective coverings to prevent spills or stains at the event location.
WRO ETHICS CODE & PRINCIPLES
The core principles of the WRO Code of Ethics are:
- Participating and learning are more important than winning.
- Teams are encouraged to learn and acquire new skills by working together and enjoying the process.
- Coaches, educational institutions, and parents are there to guide and educate teams, not to do the work on their behalf.
“Winning is nice but failing is part of our journey”
The Code of Ethics must be signed and submitted by teams and coaches, as well as by representatives of educational institutions, during the national round of the competition. Failure to submit the Code of Ethics or violation of its requirements may result in disqualification from participation of the team or institution.
WRO LEARN – EDUCATIONAL PLATFORM
What is WRO Learn ?
WRO Learn is a free online learning platform developed by the WRO, designed to make robotics education accessible to students, coaches, and teachers. WRO Learn aims to become the preferred online learning platform for the global WRO community by providing structured educational content and resources that enhance the experience of participating teams, educators, and judges.
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
We express our gratitude to all organizations that have supported the implementation of this program at any time.
GALLERY
