FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)

Name: FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)
Start: 2026-11-17
End: 2027-01-09

Interdisciplinary

Kickoff selection closes

November 17, 2026 (UTC-5)

The flagship FIRST robotics league for high school teams, who design, build and program a full-size competition robot during a short, intense build season. Teams compete at regional events before an international championship.

Registration

Format: In person
Age: 14-18
Participation: Team
Location: International
Entry fee: Free
Prize: FIRST Championship titles and a large scholarship pool.

Timeline

Kickoff selection closesNovember 17, 2026 (UTC-5) source
Game revealJanuary 9, 2027 (UTC-5) source

Country pathways

Real national qualifier pathways into this competition, where one exists.

Canada official site

FIRST Robotics Canada regional eventsapproximateMarch 1, 2027 source

Visit the official site