PM SHRI ZPHS Plus Mopidevi — host institutionSky Space — technical and program partner
A student and friendly robot overlooking an Andhra innovation campus with science pavilions, drones and a glowing Andhra Pradesh map

3–4 DECEMBER 2026 · MOPIDEVI

MANA 2026

ANDHRA’S YOUNG INNOVATORS

Minds of Andhra, Nurturing Aspirants

A Government School Technology & Innovation Initiative

3–4December 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PMBoth days
PM SHRI ZPHS Plus, MopideviKrishna District, Andhra Pradesh

Ideas Today.
A Better Tomorrow.

Technology Innovation Robotics AI Drones IoT
OUR CHILDREN. OUR IDEAS. OUR FUTURE.

A world of possibilities.
And it starts with you.

BE PART OF WHAT’S NEXT

Your journey starts here.

Choose your entry. Bring your curiosity.

Your next big idea starts here.STUDENT ENTRY
Select Competition(s) *

Registration fee is per student

2Days of discovery
100+Schools expected
100+Project entries expected
40+Technical exhibits
₹40,000+Cash prizes
500 – 2,000Attendees expected

FOR THE CURIOUS. FOR EVERYONE.

You don’t have to compete to be part of it.

Explore exhibits, meet young innovators and enjoy MANA with your family.
School student discovering a virtual world with a VR headset

ABOUT MANA 2026

Where Young Minds
Shape a Brighter Andhra

MANA 2026 is a two-day, state-wide technology, robotics and innovation festival for government-school students across Andhra Pradesh. It brings together students, teachers, parents and the community to explore, compete and showcase ideas that can shape a brighter future.

Real exposure to future technologiesDiscover emerging talentConnect teachers, parents & societyBuild an annual legacy of innovation
Discover MANA

From Classroom
to the Future

TECHNOLOGY DOMAINS

8 Domains. One Future.

Hands-on possibilities. Boundless imagination.

THE IDEA SPARK

A little curiosity.
A big possibility.

Follow your curiosity. Find a small idea you could make your own.

IoT · IDEA 1 OF 4

Every drop counts

Imagine a tank that tells your school when water is running low.

Try this first

Sketch where a water-level sensor would go and how it could alert someone.

See a different idea in IoT

THINK. BUILD. COMPETE.

Three flagship competitions exclusively for ZPHS Mopidevi students.

Teams of 2 Per-student fee Both days

Drone Racing

ZPHS Mopidevi Only

Precision. Speed. A whole new perspective.

✦ Timed obstacle-course race · Qualifying heats + finals

₹5,0001st
₹4,0002nd
₹3,0003rd

Robo Mission

ZPHS Mopidevi Only

Build a bot. Take on the mission.

✦ Task-based challenge · Design, programming & teamwork

₹5,0001st
₹4,0002nd
₹3,0003rd

Robo Maze

ZPHS Mopidevi Only

Every turn is a test of your ingenuity.

✦ Autonomous maze navigation · Against the clock

₹5,0001st
₹4,0002nd
₹3,0003rd
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGERegistration packages · fees per student

STATE-WIDE PROJECT EXHIBITS

Your Idea Could Be
One of the Top 10.

Open to all AP government schools.

01Submit your project
02Review by experts
03Top 10 shortlisted
04Exhibit at MANA
05Final judging

Project Domains

ElectronicsEmbedded SystemsRobotics3D PrintingIoTDronesArtificial IntelligenceSpace Technology

Technology & engineering projects only. Pure science projects are not allowed.

Project Prizes (Top 5)

1st₹3,000
2nd₹2,900
3rd₹2,800
4th₹2,600
5th₹2,500

A LITTLE PLAY. A LOT OF POSSIBILITY.

✦ FUN ZONE & MORE

Interactive activities, games, exhibits and entertainment for everyone.

Stick Catching Game

Student catching a falling baton in a reflex challenge

Touch Me Not Game

Student guiding a metal loop along a wire in a steady-hand game
A friendly robot joins students at the festival

Not Everything
Has To Be Serious!

EXPLORE MANA

Event Experience

Come curious. Find something that inspires you.

YOUR DAY, FULL OF DISCOVERYWatch. Try. Get inspired.
01

See ideas come alive

Explore robotics, electronics and student-built projects.

02

Give curiosity a go

Test your reflexes and enjoy hands-on Fun Zone games.

03

Cheer on young talent

Follow the challenges and celebrate creative thinking.

Find your favourite technology

EVENT SCHEDULE

Two Days of Inspiration

Plan your day around the moments that matter to you.

MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNTYour festival, at a glance.
  1. Registration & School Check-in
  2. Inaugural Ceremony
  3. Technical Exhibits + Drone Racing Qualifiers
  4. Lunch Break
  5. Robo Mission + Robo Maze
  6. Fun Activities + Exhibits
3–4 December 20269 AM – 4 PM

WHO IS MANA FOR?

A Platform for Everyone

StudentsExplore. Compete. Discover.
SchoolsShowcase student talent.
TeachersMentor the next generation.
ParentsExperience their creativity.
GovernmentSupport innovation in schools.
MediaTell the story of tomorrow.
SponsorsSupport the next generation.
General PublicBe part of the movement.

THOUGHTFULLY PLANNED

More wonder. Less worry.

Room to explore. Support along the way.
Visitor arrangements are being planned.

MANA / 2026 THE OFFICIAL INVITATIONOUR CHILDREN. OUR IDEAS. OUR FUTURE.

SAVE THE DATE · SHARE THE CURIOSITY

One invitation.
A world of possibilities.

Bring your friends, your family and your curiosity to MANA 2026. Keep the festival poster handy and help more young minds discover what’s possible.

3–4 December 2026 PM SHRI ZPHS Plus Mopidevi
Download poster
Online registration availability is shown in the registration forms.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Good questions. Clear answers.

Who can participate?

MANA welcomes students, schools, teachers, parents and the public. The three flagship competitions are exclusively for ZPHS Mopidevi students.

Can students from other schools participate in Drone Racing?

Drone Racing, Robo Mission and Robo Maze are exclusively for ZPHS Mopidevi students. Other government schools across Andhra Pradesh can submit project exhibits.

Who can enter Project Exhibits?

Government schools across Andhra Pradesh can submit technology and engineering projects with three students per project for expert review. The top 10 will be shortlisted to exhibit.

How many students form a team?

The flagship competitions are for teams of two students, with individual student registration and per-student fees. Project exhibits register three students per project.

What technologies are accepted?

Electronics, Embedded Systems, Robotics, 3D Printing, IoT, Drones, Artificial Intelligence and Space Technology.

Are pure science projects allowed?

No. Project exhibits must be connected to technology and engineering.

What are the registration fees?

Robo Maze: ₹399/student. Robo Mission + Robo Maze: ₹499/student. All three competitions: ₹599/student. Project exhibits: ₹500 per project, covering three students.

What are the prizes?

Each flagship competition awards ₹5,000, ₹4,000 and ₹3,000. The top five project prizes are ₹3,000, ₹2,900, ₹2,800, ₹2,600 and ₹2,500.

When is the event?

3–4 December 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both days.

Where is Mopidevi?

The event takes place at PM SHRI ZPHS Plus Mopidevi, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh. Use Get Directions below to plan your journey.

How do I track my registration?

Use the Track Registration button with the reference number provided after submission. Demo references are for testing only.

GET IN TOUCH

Your journey to MANA starts here.

PM SHRI ZPHS Plus, Mopidevi

Mopidevi, Krishna District
Andhra Pradesh, India

Host Institution

PM SHRI ZPHS Plus Mopidevi

Technical & Program Partner

Sky Space, Vijayawada

Event helpdesk+91 99510 63332Event and registration enquiriesEvent helpdesk+91 99510 63330Event and registration enquiries
ZPHS MopideviKrishna District, Andhra PradeshGet Directions