# AAKRUTI Innovation Competition 2026

A Worldwide Design Contest

![AAKRUTI competition winners holding the trophy, banner image](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/webp/public/2026-04/SOLIDWORKS-AAKRUTI-Innovation-Challenge-2026-Banner-v2.jpg.webp)

Registrations are now **OPEN!**

- [Register now](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FCVR9D)

- [Guidelines for AIC 2026](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:_uGc9BusReWBD_r9M7_-gA)

## Welcome to AAKRUTI\* Innovation Competition 2026

\*In Sanskrit, "Aakruti" means the **form**, **figure**, or **shape** of anything.

**Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality?**

AAKRUTI is a leading student design and innovation competition that challenges you to solve real-world problems using technology, creativity, and engineering skills. Since 2011, over 75,000 students from 37 countries have participated – and now, it’s your turn!

**What's New This Year?**

In its **16th edition**, AAKRUTI introduces new innovation themes reflecting real-world challenges and future technologies. Students can now build impactful solutions in **Robotics, Local Community Problems, Healthcare Innovation,** and **Mobility**.

[![SOLIDWORKS Aakruti 2026 Launch](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/bg_large/public/2026-04/SOLIDWORKS-Aakruti-2026-Launch-Video.jpg.webp)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKORc9uL694)

**Why Participate?**

- **Global Recognition** – Compete with top talent and showcase your ideas.
- **Career Boost** – Gain real-world experience and problem-solving skills.
- **Innovation Spotlight** – Advance to the AAKRUTI Grand Finale at **3D**EXPERIENCE® World 2027, United States.
- **Hands-On Learning** – Access cutting-edge tools and expert mentorship.
- **Personal Growth** – Strengthen teamwork, presentation, and critical thinking.
- **Exciting Prizes** – Win awards, certificates, and exclusive goodies!

**If you dream big and want to make a difference, AAKRUTI Innovation Competition 2026 is your opportunity to shine.**

## Select One Theme Below and Design a Product to Participate

#### Robotics

#### Local Community Problems

#### Healthcare Innovation

#### Mobility

#### Join

- [3DEXPERIENCE Edu | Students Community](https://go.3ds.com/studentcommunity) to explore more about

- [AIC 2026](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:_uGc9BusReWBD_r9M7_-gA)

## AAKRUTI Innovation Competition 2026 Registration

![SOLIDWORKS-Collaborative-Design-Icon](/sites/default/filesd10/2025-03/SOLIDWORKS-who-aakruti-icon.png)

#### Who?

- All Under Graduate Students in Engineering, Design, Architecture, Medicine, Management, and Social Sciences. [Refer guidelines](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:_uGc9BusReWBD_r9M7_-gA) for more information
- Team consists of four students and one teacher
- Special prize available for an “All Girls” team

![SOLIDWORKS-Collaborative-Manufacturing-Icon](/sites/default/filesd10/2025-03/SOLIDWORKS-how-manage-aakruti-icon.png)

#### How?

- **Step 1:** [Check the Guidelines](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:_uGc9BusReWBD_r9M7_-gA) for this competition
- **Step 2:** [Create a 3DEXPERIENCE ID](https://eu1-ds-iam.3dexperience.3ds.com/login#register) for each member (**mandatory**)
- **Step 3:** [Register](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FCVR9D) your team for **AIC 2026**

**![SOLIDWORKS-Collaborative-Design-Icon](/sites/default/filesd10/2025-03/SOLIDWORKS-positioning-what-aakruti-icon.png)**

#### What?

Register for AAKRUTI Innovation Competition 2026 and gain free access to the following during the competition:

- **SOLIDWORKS Desktop for Students with Connector**
- **Cloud CAD Apps,** accessible on Mac, Chromebook, Tablet, Mobile, and PC
- **Technical Support from Dassault Systèmes experts** through the dedicated AIC 2026 Community

**![SOLIDWORKS-Collaborative-Manufacturing-Icon](/sites/default/filesd10/2025-03/SOLIDWORKS-clock-icon.png)**

#### When?

- [Registrations](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FCVR9D) are now **open**
- Phase 1 Registration deadline: **May 31, 2026**
- Kick-off: **June 01, 2026**

## Relive the Best of Aakruti

![SOLIDWORKS Aakurti Recap of the best of the past](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/webp/public/2026-04/SOLIDWORKS-AIC-2026-Recap-Best-of-Banner.jpg.webp)

- [Best of 2025 
2 minutes](https://youtu.be/4TwHMQigosM)

- [Best of 2024 
1 minute](https://youtu.be/niMiZ8sg7XE?si=tyJn3PKvXG_x4sek)

## Learn, Teach, and Get Support from the Community

Connect with fellow students, share your work, learn tips and tricks, and get inspired.

Create your **3D**EXPERIENCE ID to join, get empowered, and share your work to collaborate with others.

- [Create 3DEXPERIENCE ID](https://www.solidworks.com/register-3dexperience-id)

If you have a **3D**EXPERIENCE ID, you are a member of the **3D**EXPERIENCE EDU Student Community.

- [Go to Student Community](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/#community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg)

Download SOLIDWORKS for Desktop by following the instructions on the Student Community.

- [Download SOLIDWORKS Desktop](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:AH6Out1lTB2kjqDkm0S-Qg?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:eqifw-5PQIyKkDmfAiY-Wg)

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