National Robotics Competition “RoboFin” Set for November 1, 2025

The national robotics competition for young students, titled “RoboFin,” will take place on November 1, 2025, at the Primary School “Novka Ubović” in Podgorica. This event is organized by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Innovation (MPNI), the Central Bank of Montenegro, and the Montenegro Innovation Fund. It will be held as part of the annual Financial Literacy Week.

According to MPNI, “RoboFin” is a key component of the national program “Robotics for Young People,” which integrates innovative teaching methods, STEM fields, and financial literacy. Students will engage in fun and practical tasks, assembling and programming educational robots as part of the “First Time Coding & Robotics” initiative, while learning the fundamental principles of saving and responsible money management.

Participation in the competition is open to students from the first to the fourth grades of primary school. They will work in teams consisting of two to four members, supported by a mentor such as a teacher or educator experienced in robotics. Each school can register as many teams as it has robotics kits available, with one mentor allowed to oversee multiple teams.

Online applications are currently being accepted and will remain open until October 20, 2025. Interested parties can apply through the official website at www.robotikazanajmladje.me/prijava-tima.

Dr. Anđela Jakšić-Stojanović, the Minister of Education, Science, and Innovation, emphasized the significance of this event, stating, “RoboFin is not just a competition; it is an opportunity for children to learn in a way that is close to their interests and natural inclinations.” She added that robotics fosters curiosity, logical thinking, and creativity. When combined with financial literacy, it becomes a powerful tool for developing life skills that will benefit children in the future.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Montenegro, Irena Radović, highlighted the importance of financial literacy as a fundamental life skill that should be introduced at an early age. She noted, “Societies that invest in the financial education of children and youth create citizens who understand the value of money, planning, and responsible spending. Such societies are more prosperous, resilient, and better equipped to face economic challenges.” Radović expressed the Central Bank’s support for this initiative, affirming that every child deserves the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills that will help them build a secure future.

The “Robotics for Young People” program was launched as a pilot project in 2022. Thanks to the support from the Central Bank of Montenegro, it has evolved into a national initiative that now includes all primary schools across the country.

For more information about the competition and team registrations, visit www.robotikazanajmladje.me or follow the Instagram page @robotikazanajmladje.