Dron-O-War 1.0 — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about Dron-O-War 1.0 — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dron-O-War 1.0?
Dron-O-War 1.0 is a national-level drone and aerial innovation championship hosted by Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (JIIT) in Noida.
How much prize money is available?
A total prize pool of ₹8,00,000 will be distributed among the winning teams across the competition categories.
Who can apply?
The competition is open to students currently enrolled in universities and institutes across India.
What is the team size requirement?
Teams must have a minimum of 1 member and a maximum of 5 members.
What are the competition categories?
The categories are: FPV Racing Championship, Payload Delivery Mission, Autonomous Drone Mission, RC Plane Challenge, and Design & Innovation (Exhibition Category).
When and where will the event take place?
The event will be held on May 2nd and 3rd, 2026, at the Jaypee Institute of Information Technology campus in Sector-128, Noida.
What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is April 20th, 2026.
Is there a registration fee?
Students from Jaypee campuses (Guna, Anoopshahr, Waknaghat, JIIT Noida) get free registration. External university participants pay ₹500 for teams of 1–2 members and ₹1000 for teams of 3–5 members. The fee includes refreshments.
Is accommodation available?
Yes, on-campus accommodation is available for 2 or 3 nights at an additional cost, subject to availability.
How do I apply?
You can apply through the official registration link on Unstop: https://unstop.com/competitions/dron-o-war-10-jaypee-institute-of-information-technology-jiit-noida-1673038.
Does Dron-O-War 1.0 take equity?
No. Dron-O-War 1.0 is competition and is non-dilutive — the provider does not take an equity stake in your startup.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Dron-O-War 1.0?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Dron-O-War 1.0, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Dron-O-War 1.0?
Dron-O-War 1.0 is offered by Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.