National Pencak Silat Championship
by Indian Pencak Silat Federation
National Recognition
National-level Pencak Silat championship for youth divisions, organized by the Indian Pencak Silat Federation in Nashik, Maharashtra.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Registration fee applies
Participation format
Individual and team
Teams of 2 to 3
Duration
4 days
Eligibility
Open to youth athletes (boys and girls) in the Singa, Macan, Pre-Teen, Sub-Junior, and Junior age divisions. Athletes are nominated through their state Pencak Silat associations affiliated with the Indian Pencak Silat Federation. Open nationwide.
- Grade level
- Grade 3 to 12
- Age range
- 8 to 17 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Prerequisites
- Active membership and selection through a state Pencak Silat association affiliated with the Indian Pencak Silat Federation
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals
Certificate
National Championship Certificate
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Sports quota consideration
Recognition
National Recognition
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Competition
- 25 Jun 2026 to 28 Jun 2026
How to apply
- 1Register with a state Pencak Silat association affiliated with the Indian Pencak Silat Federation
- 2Compete in state-level selection trials in the relevant age and weight category
- 3Receive nomination from the state association to the national championship
- 4Travel to the venue and report for weigh-in and accreditation
Rules and guidelines
- Tanding bouts are contested within prescribed age and weight classes
- Tunggal, Ganda, and Regu performances are judged on technique, accuracy, and expression of standard choreographed forms
- Athletes must compete in the age division corresponding to their date of birth as verified at accreditation
- Standard PERSILAT competition regulations apply for scoring, equipment, and conduct
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Entry fee is set by the Indian Pencak Silat Federation each season and collected through the nominating state association.
About this opportunity
The National Pencak Silat Championship is the youth edition of the annual national championship organized by the Indian Pencak Silat Federation. The championship covers the Singa, Macan, Pre-Teen, Sub-Junior, and Junior age divisions for both boys and girls.
Participants compete across the four standard Pencak Silat formats. Tanding involves full-contact sparring within prescribed weight classes, while Tunggal, Ganda, and Regu are open-weight artistic categories that judge solo, paired, and team performance of choreographed forms.
The event is held at the Indoor Sports Complex of Saint Janardhan Swami Ashram in Nashik, Maharashtra. Athletes are nominated through their respective state Pencak Silat associations, which conduct selection trials at the state level prior to the national championship.
Medalists at the national championship enter the pool considered for the Indian national squad for international PERSILAT and Asian Pencak Silat Federation events.
How entries are judged
Tanding bouts are scored by point judges on clean techniques (kicks, punches, sweeps, takedowns) within weight class. Tunggal, Ganda, and Regu performances are scored on technical accuracy, firmness, expression, and adherence to the standard choreography.
Selection process
Athletes nominated by their state Pencak Silat association based on state-level trial performance compete for medals across age, weight, and event categories.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most effective strategies for students to prepare for the National Pencak Silat Championship?
Effective preparation involves consistent training in all four formats (Tanding, Tunggal, Ganda, Regu), focusing on technique, physical conditioning, and mental fortitude. Regular sparring practice and adherence to a disciplined diet and rest schedule are crucial for optimal performance.
How can participants manage competitive pressure and maintain focus during the championship?
Participants can manage pressure through mindfulness techniques, visualization, and maintaining a positive mindset. Focusing on individual performance goals rather than external outcomes, and drawing support from coaches and teammates, helps in sustaining focus and composure.
What common mistakes should athletes avoid during their training and competition phases?
Common mistakes include overtraining, neglecting recovery, inconsistent technique practice, and underestimating opponents. During competition, athletes should avoid losing composure, disregarding referee instructions, or deviating from their practiced strategy.
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