14th Go-Kart Design Challenge

GKDC brings student engineers together to design, develop, validate, and compete with purpose-built go-karts on a national motorsports platform.

Competition Information

About GKDC

Engineering, innovation, teamwork, and competitive performance.

Presented by ISNEE Motorsports, GKDC challenges aspiring engineers and technologists to transform an idea into a competition-ready go-kart. Teams progress through design, development, documentation, technical evaluation, and on-track performance.

The competition provides a focused platform to demonstrate engineering competence, strategic thinking, collaboration, manufacturability, safety awareness, and motorsports execution.

Competition Categories

Select the category that matches your team's vehicle architecture.

Category 01 Combustion
Vehicle

CV category for teams developing an internal-combustion-powered go-kart.

Category 02 Electric
Vehicle

EV category for teams developing an electric-powered go-kart.

Registration and Event Details

Review the primary dates, fee, and event information before registering.

Early Bird Registration 1 February - 28 February 2026

Registration Start 1 February 2026

Early Bird Registration Fee ₹40,999 + 18% GST

Final Event 17 - 21 February 2027, Coimbatore

Ready to enter the 14th GKDC?

Begin your team's registration journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common registration and participation queries.

Is it mandatory to clear the In-House Technical Inspection?

Yes. To proceed to the next level, at least 75% of the vehicle work must be completed by the time the In-House Technical Inspection is conducted.

What is the maximum engine capacity permitted for the CV category?

The maximum permitted engine capacity is 156 cc.

What is the maximum number of members allowed in a team?

A team may register a maximum of 50 members. Refer to the applicable Team Member Information provisions in the Competition Information for complete requirements.

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