Hockey India Sub Junior National Championship
by Hockey India
National-level recognition
National-level field hockey championship for sub junior boys (U-17) and girls (U-17) state teams, organised annually by Hockey India.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Participation format
Team
Teams of 18 to 20
Duration
Approximately 10-14 days of competition
Eligibility
Sub junior age category players (typically under 17 years on the cut-off date set by Hockey India). Selection through State Hockey Associations or Akademy Members. Open to boys and girls in separate editions. Nationwide.
- Grade level
- Grade 7 to 11
- Age range
- Up to 17 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Player must be registered with a State Hockey Association or recognised Akademy Member affiliated to Hockey India.
- Prerequisites
- Selection into a State Hockey Association or Akademy Member squad
- Valid Hockey India player registration and age proof
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Rewards and recognition
Prizes
National championship trophy
Certificate
Hockey India participation certificate
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Sports quota and SAI camp pathway
Career pathways
Top performers are shortlisted for the Indian sub junior national team and SAI national camps.
Recognition
National Championship medal
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Player trials and selection at the district and state level
- 2State Hockey Association or Akademy Member submits squad list to Hockey India
- 3Squad reports to host venue for the championship
Rules and guidelines
- Players must meet the sub junior age cut-off prescribed for the edition
- Each team enters a squad of approximately 18-20 players including goalkeepers
- Matches follow FIH rules of hockey as adopted by Hockey India
- Only Hockey India registered coaches and team officials are permitted in the technical area
About this opportunity
The Hockey India Sub Junior National Championship is the premier age-group field hockey tournament in India for sub junior players. It is organised annually by Hockey India in separate editions for boys and girls, with state and academy teams competing for the national title.
State Hockey Associations and recognised Akademy Members affiliated to Hockey India enter teams. Players must meet Hockey India's age category rules for the sub junior bracket, with players typically aged under 17 years on the cut-off date set for the edition.
Teams are seeded into pools across multiple divisions based on previous performance, with pool stage matches followed by classification, quarterfinals, semifinals and finals. The tournament serves as the primary scouting ground for the Indian sub junior national hockey teams.
Matches are played in a 11-a-side format under FIH rules adapted by Hockey India, on natural or artificial turf at the host venue. Top performers are shortlisted for national coaching camps at the Sports Authority of India centres.
Rounds and format
Pool stage matches across multiple divisions, followed by classification matches, quarterfinals, semifinals and final.
How entries are judged
Match results determined by goals scored under FIH rules; tournament standings determined by points, goal difference and head-to-head records.
Selection process
Squads are nominated by State Hockey Associations and recognised Akademy Members affiliated to Hockey India.
Academic details
Difficulty: Advanced
Frequently asked questions
What is the age eligibility for the Sub Junior National Championship?
Players must meet Hockey India's sub junior age cut-off, typically under 17 years on the date specified by Hockey India for that edition. Exact cut-off is published with the tournament circular.
How do students get selected to play in this championship?
Selection is through district and state trials conducted by State Hockey Associations or recognised Akademy Members. Final squads are nominated by these affiliated units to Hockey India.
What is the pathway after performing well at this championship?
Top performers are shortlisted for the Indian sub junior national hockey team and Sports Authority of India national coaching camps, opening a structured pathway towards junior and senior national teams.
Are boys and girls events held together?
Hockey India organises separate editions of the Sub Junior National Championship for boys and girls. Dates and host venues for each edition are announced separately on the Hockey India schedule page.
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