Robotics Competition · KRSRI Branch
Unlimited Search and Rescue Robot Competition 2026
A national-level autonomous robotics competition that challenges teams to design, build, and program a Search and Rescue (SAR) robot capable of completing simulated rescue missions quickly, accurately, and innovatively.
About the Competition
What is KRSRI UNLIMITED 2026?
UNLIMITED 2026 SAR Robot Competition is a national autonomous legged-robot challenge that places participants in a simulated post-disaster scenario. Robots must navigate complex terrain resembling a disaster zone, detect victims, lift them using a gripper mechanism, and move them to a Safety Zone — all without operator control. The competition aims to advance SAR robotics innovation among Indonesian university students.
All registered participants receive an e-Certificate of Participation.
Arena Obstacles
- Mud
- Wood and rock debris
- Sinkholes
- Landslide ramps
- Narrow corridors
- Buried-victim area
- Slippery zones
Participant Rules
- 1. The competition is held in teams
- 2. Each team consists of active university students from the same institution
- 3. A team has a maximum of 5 students
- 4. Each participant may only be registered in one team
- 5. Each team may only use one main robot during matches
- 6. Participants must comply with all technical rules and match regulations
- 7. All participants must maintain sportsmanship throughout the competition
Awards
Trophies, certificates, and award funds for the winners
1st Place
- Trophy
- Certificate
- Award funds (To be announced)
2nd Place
- Trophy
- Certificate
- Award funds (To be announced)
3rd Place
- Trophy
- Certificate
- Award funds (To be announced)
All Participants
- e-Certificate of Participation
* Award fund amounts will be announced in the official guidebook.
Robot Specifications
Technical requirements every KRSRI robot must meet
* For full details, refer to the official guidebook.
Required Robot Capabilities
What every SAR robot must be able to do
Traverse disaster-terrain obstacles
Detect victims in the arena
Lift victims using the gripper
Transport victims to the Safety Zone
Make autonomous decisions based on arena conditions
Resist arena color, lighting, and ambient disturbances
Match System
Qualification and final rounds in the disaster simulation arena
Qualification Round
Live match on a disaster simulation arena. The robot starts at HOME and traverses every obstacle in order (mud, debris, sinkholes, landslide ramps, narrow corridors, victim zone, slippery zone).
Top teams advance to the FinalFinal Round
Robots must evacuate victims (real and dummy) to the Safety Zone and reach the FINISH point. Victim positions may be randomized by the judges before the match.
Determination of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd PlaceScoring Criteria
Score is based on mission success and speed
Main Criteria
- 01 Successfully leaving the HOME point
- 02 Successfully clearing each obstacle
- 03 Successfully lifting victims with the gripper
- 04 Successfully placing victims in the Safety Zone
- 05 Speed of completing the mission
- 06 Successfully reaching the FINISH point
Bonus
- Robot completes the entire rescue mission
- Reaches FINISH in under 300 seconds
Timeline
Key dates from registration to competition day
Registration Wave I
20 May 2026 - 10 June 2026
Registration Wave II
11 June 2026 - 30 June 2026
Registration Wave III
July 2026 (optional, if opened)
Technical Meeting
Saturday, 5 September 2026
Via Zoom, XX:00 - End (schedule subject to change)
Competition Day
Sunday, 25 September 2026
07.00 - 18.00 WIB · Rooms A201 & A202, Computer Engineering Building, Jl. Prof. Soedarto, Tembalang, Semarang
Registration
Fees, document requirements, and how to register
Document Requirements
- 1. Proof of identity (Student Card/School ID/Letter/National ID)
- 2. Proof of poster upload on IG Story (compile into one folder/Drive link)
- 3. Proof of twibbon upload on Instagram feed
- 4. Proof of payment transfer
Team Rules
- Team members must be active students from the same university
- Maximum of 5 students per team
- A participant may register in only one team
- Each team uses one main robot
After registering, the WhatsApp group link is provided at the end of the registration form
FAQ & Contact
Frequently asked questions and committee contacts
Who can register for KRSRI?
Open to active D3/D4/S1 university students from institutions across Indonesia. Each team must come from the same university.
What is the maximum team size?
Up to 5 students per team. A participant may only be registered in one team.
What is the registration fee?
Registration fees will be announced. Follow Instagram @unlimitedundip and this page for official updates.
What kind of robot competes in KRSRI?
An autonomous legged robot with at least 2 independent legs and a gripper to lift victims. The robot does not follow a guide line and is activated via a single start-run button/switch. Sound activation is not allowed.
How does the match system work?
A live match on a disaster-simulation arena. The robot starts at HOME, clears all obstacles, evacuates victims to the Safety Zone, and reaches FINISH. Maximum duration: 5 minutes (300 seconds). Victim positions may be randomized by the judges.
What are the scoring criteria?
Scoring covers leaving HOME, clearing obstacles, lifting victims, placing victims in the Safety Zone, mission speed, and reaching FINISH. Bonus is granted if the full mission completes and FINISH is reached under 300 seconds.
What are the prizes?
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place receive a trophy, certificate, and award funds (amount to be announced). All registered participants receive an e-Certificate.
Where is the competition held?
Rooms A201 & A202, Computer Engineering Building, Jl. Prof. Soedarto, Tembalang, Semarang, on Sunday, 25 September 2026.