About the Event
Bid & Build is a 1.5-day immersive robotics competition that challenges participants to go beyond building — they must ideate, design, strategize, and construct a fully functional robot using only components they acquire through a strategic auction system.
It tests engineering skills, innovation, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure.
- Round 1 (Online Quiz): 4th May 2025 — Free Registration
- Finals: 19–20 May 2025 at Galgotias University, Greater Noida
- Team Size: 3–5 members
- Robot Themes: Logistics Automation, Disaster Response, Environmental Protection, Assistive Technology
Why Should You Participate?
- Get real-world experience in robotics and electronics
- Learn strategic thinking through a points-based auction
- Collaborate in high-pressure team environments
- Win exciting prizes and showcase your skills
- Network with faculty, experts, and fellow innovators
Detailed Event Flow
Pre-Qualifier (Online – 4 May & 11 May, 2025): Robotics Quiz & Theme Voting
Day 1:
- Inauguration & Chit Draw
- PPT & Circuit Design
- Design Sketching
- Judging & Auction Setup
- Auction – Part 1 & 2 (Essentials + Bonuses)
- Strategy Lock-In
Day 2:
- Overnight Bot Building
- 3 Rounds of Technical Inspection
- Design Evaluation
- Live Bot Showdown
- Awards & Closing Ceremony
Judging Criteria
- PPT Presentation: 30%
- Auction Strategy: 20%
- Technical Performance: 30%
- Design & Aesthetics: 20%
Awards & Recognition
- Champion Team – Trophy + Certificate + Cash Prize
- Best Design Award
- Best Strategy Award
- Technical Excellence
- Innovative Thinkers Recognition
Register for Round 1
Participation in the online robotics quiz on 4th May is completely free! Register below to compete for your chance to build and battle.
Become a Sponsor
Want to partner with one of India’s most creative student-led robotics events? Submit your interest below.
Contact Us
- Tanishq Som (CEO, Permutes): +91 84499 22025 | tanishqsom19@gmail.com
- Nimish Gupta: +91 95283 58313 | nimish9119@gmail.com
- Shubham (IEEE): +91 83170 72770 | shubham0568@ieee.org