Presidency University, in association with the World Cube Association (WCA), is proud to host the Karnataka Cube Open, an international-level Rubik’s Cube competition on campus. The event will be conducted strictly in accordance with official WCA rules and regulations and will be supervised by certified WCA delegates.

 

This prestigious competition will bring together speedcubers, students, and enthusiasts from across regions and countries, offering participants exposure to global standards of competitive problem-solving and speedcubing techniques. In addition to the competition rounds, the event will feature demonstrations and interactive sessions focused on cognitive skills, algorithms, and structured problem-solving methods.

 

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Event Details

 

Date: 05 April 2026
Time: 08:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: MG01 & MG02 Auditorium, Presidency University

 

This exciting event will bring together Rubik’s Cube enthusiasts to test their speed, strategy, and logical thinking in a competitive and engaging environment.

 

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Judges (WCA Delegates)

Mr Gaurav Bachani
Mr Akula Sai Kumar

 

Both judges are certified delegates of the World Cube Association, ensuring that the competition adheres to international standards.

 

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Registration Details

 

Registration Fee: ₹1000

Participants can register through the official WCA competition page:
https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/competitions/KarnatakaCubeOpenApril2026

 

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Objectives of the Event

• To promote analytical thinking and algorithmic problem-solving

• To expose students to international-level competitive standards

• To encourage hands-on, experiential learning beyond classroom instruction

• To foster interest in mathematics, computing, and cognitive science

• To enhance the global academic profile of Presidency University

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Expected Outcomes

• Improved logical and analytical thinking among participants

• Greater student engagement in interdisciplinary learning

• Increased international visibility and recognition for Presidency University

• Strengthened collaboration with the World Cube Association

• Inspiration for students to explore research in algorithms, AI, and cognitive sciences