Annual Engineering Competition
Participate in RIT Dubai's 16th Annual Engineering Competition and put your skills to the test as you tackle real-world challenges, showcase your talents, and compete for top honors.
RIT Dubai Annual Engineering Competition
Compete in exciting, hands-on engineering challenges.
The Annual Engineering Competition gives high school students the opportunity to compete in a series of fun and challenging engineering activities. Students interested in any major are welcome to participate.
Scholarships & Prizes
Winners of the Engineering Competition can receive RIT Dubai scholarships ranging from AED 10,000 to AED 30,000.
All participants will qualify for a 10% RIT Dubai scholarship for use in 2027*, along with opportunities to win exciting prizes.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Event Details
When and Where?
Date & Time
November 5, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location
RIT Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Included
Breakfast & Lunch
Provided for participants
For Teachers
Free AI Workshop
Available for participating teachers
Explore the Challenges
Competitions
Each competition has its own unique rules, procedures, and requirements. Click on the corresponding competition below to learn more.
Some competitions require advance preparation, while others are completed onsite on the day of the competition. Please review the individual competition webpage for specific requirements and preparation details.
Registration Deadline
October 13, 2026
General Questions: Please direct general questions to Supreeta Olivera at scocad@rit.edu.
Specific Competition Inquiries: Please reach out to the POC listed on the respective competition webpage.