Ghana Robotics Competition
Ghana's Largest National Robotics Event
The Ghana Robotics Competition (GRC) is a multi-day event that brings together students from across the country to compete, collaborate, and innovate. Organized in partnership with the University of Ghana and NSBE Ghana, GRC has become the premier platform for young roboticists in Ghana.
Students compete in four categories: Robot Challenge, Innovation Project, Robot Design, and Teamwork. The competition features both autonomous and manual modes, challenging students to demonstrate technical skills, creativity, and collaboration.
2026 Theme
Sustainable Impact
Ghana Robotics Competition 2025
Great Hall, University of Ghana
Competition Leagues
Three leagues designed to meet students at every stage of their robotics journey.
Techs League
Primary & Junior High School
The perfect starting point for young innovators! Building foundational robotics skills through engaging challenges for Primary and JHS students.
What You'll Learn
Season Schedule
Road to the Championship - Mark your calendars for GRC 2026!
Registration Opens
Portal opens for all leagues. Early bird discounts available.
Kit Delivery
Robot kits shipped to registered schools and teams.
Notebook Submission
Deadline for digital Engineering Notebook uploads.
Registration Closes
Final deadline for team registration and payment.
Grand Finale
The ultimate showdown at the GRC National Championship.
Four Ways to Compete
GRC evaluates teams across multiple dimensions, rewarding both technical excellence and soft skills.
Robot Challenge
Navigate the arena, complete missions, and score points in autonomous and manual modes.
Innovation Project
Present solutions to real-world problems aligned with the competition theme.
Robot Design
Showcase your robot's engineering, programming, and build quality to judges.
Teamwork
Demonstrate collaboration, communication, and gracious professionalism throughout the event.
Compete on the World Stage
Top performers at GRC can qualify for international competitions. Firefly IO coordinates Ghana's participation.
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How to Register for GRC 2026
Registration is open to all Ghanaian schools. Follow these simple steps to participate.
Submit Application
Complete the online registration form with school details and team information.
Pay Registration Fee
Pay the team registration fee via Mobile Money or Bank Transfer to confirm your spot.
Prepare & Compete
Download the competition manual, build your robot, and prepare for competition day!
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about participating in GRC and other competitions.