Engineering Mars rovers. Competing globally since 2013.
SRM IST · Kattankulathur
Who We Are
RUDRA is the official team of SRM IST taking part in the University Rover Challenge organized by the Mars Society since 2013. The annual competition is held at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS), Martian Analog Site, near Hanksville, Utah, USA.
Our team consists of 25–30 undergraduate students from various engineering streams. R&D is the soul of Team RUDRA — brainstorming discussions are always welcome.

Global Stage

The IRC is a premier event bringing together students, engineers, and innovators from around the globe to push the boundaries of space exploration technology.
Learn More →Team RUDRA, the official rover team from SRMIST, is a veteran competitor at IRC — recognized for its legacy of innovation and technical excellence.
Rovers complete tasks such as IDMO, PIMA, Astrobiology & Autonomous Expedition, Business Plan Presentation, and Delivery Missions — all simulating real Mars scenarios.
View Missions →2026–27
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C-404/405 — Placement Cell, SRM IST,
Kattankulathur, Chennai – 603203