Korea Creative Coding Challenge 2026

Date

Venue

Organized by

• RoboCup Korea Association

• The Robot Newspaper

Sponsored by

• Korea Institute for Robot Industry Advancement

• Incheon Robot Land

• The Robot Newspaper

• KB Kookmin Bank

Competition Categories

• Rookie Challenge — Grades 1–2 Elementary School
An introductory category for lower elementary school students who are new to robotics and coding.
Participants will complete basic coding missions based on creative ideas, developing interest in software and robotics.

• Rescue Basic | U12, U19
In this category, robots autonomously follow lines, avoid obstacles, and complete missions in a simulated disaster rescue scenario.
Participants will be evaluated on robot hardware mechanisms and autonomous driving control capabilities.

• CoSpace Rescue | U12, U19
This is a digital twin-based category that connects virtual simulation environments with real-world scenarios.
Participants will use AI algorithms and coding skills to explore maps and safely rescue victims located in hazardous areas.

• CoSpace Autonomous Driving | FS, U12, U19
This category focuses on designing autonomous driving algorithms, a core technology for future mobility.
In a simulation environment, vehicle robots must follow traffic signals, avoid obstacles, and reach the destination safely and efficiently.

Eligibility

Registration Information

• Registration Period: Monday, June 8, 2026 – Friday, July 10, 2026

• Application Method: Online registration through the official competition website

• Registration will open on Monday, June 8, 2026.

• Registration will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis and may close early if capacity is reached.

Participant Notice

• Please check the age requirements and team composition rules for each category before registering.

• U12: 12 years old or younger

• U19: 19 years old or younger

• Applications may be restricted if submitted information is inaccurate or does not meet the participation criteria.

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