Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme
by Tata Trusts
Pathway to Pullela Gopichand Academy
Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme is a program by Tata Trusts for children aged 8 to 14, open to students across India. Enrollment stays open through the year, so your child can join anytime.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹300
Duration
Multi-year, tiered training pathway from grassroots centre coaching through Regional Development Centres to the High Altitude Training Centre of Excellence
Format
Individual
Time needed
Regular weekly coaching sessions at the local Grassroot Centre, with more intensive, near-daily training for players who advance to Regional Development Centres or the High Altitude Training Centre
Key dates
- Enrollment
- Open all year
High Altitude Training Centre, Aizawl, Mizoram
About this opportunity
The Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme is a structured, three-tier badminton development initiative operating across all eight districts of Mizoram. It provides entry-level coaching to children aged 8 to 14 through community-run Grassroot Centres.
Children join through their local Grassroot Centre, each managed by a four-member Grassroot Management Committee that includes a district Badminton Officer and a senior local player. Players who show strong performance advance to a Regional Development Centre for more intensive coaching under experienced trainers.
The most talented players progress to the residential High Altitude Training Centre in Siphir village or to high-performance training at the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy in Hyderabad. Since the programme launched in 2018, it has produced four national junior badminton champions from Mizoram.
The programme is implemented by Tata Trusts in partnership with the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Foundation, the Mizoram Badminton Association, and the Mizoram State Sports Council, as part of the Trusts' broader effort to build sporting pathways in underserved parts of the country.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 8 to 14 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to children aged 8 to 14 years residing in Mizoram. Enrollment happens through the Grassroot Centre in the participant's home district, with no academic prerequisites. Advancement to Regional Development Centres and the High Altitude Training Centre is based on performance.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
A structured badminton coaching curriculum developed with the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy, progressing from basic technique at grassroots centres to advanced competitive training at Regional Development Centres and the High Altitude Training Centre.
Rewards and recognition
Career pathways
Top-performing grassroots players advance to high-performance training under Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy coaches in Hyderabad, with an additional advancement route through the Institute of Technology Management in Raipur.
Recognition
National junior champion pathway
Skills your child builds
What your child will do
- Badminton coaching drills and match practice at Grassroot Centres
- Physical fitness and conditioning sessions
- Performance assessments for advancement to Regional Development Centres
- District and state-level friendly tournaments
Mentors & faculty
Local trainers overseen by the Mizoram Badminton Association, with advanced coaching from the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy for players who progress to higher tiers.
How to apply
- 1Enroll through the Grassroot Centre operating in the participant's home district
- 2Attend an initial coaching session assessed by the centre's trainer and district Badminton Officer
- 3Register with the local Grassroot Management Committee and pay the applicable monthly centre fee
- 4Top performers are identified by the Mizoram Badminton Association for advancement to a Regional Development Centre
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Grassroot Centres operate on a pay and play model; local Grassroot Management Committees set a monthly fee typically ranging from 25 to 300 rupees depending on the centre's location and community affordability. Tata Trusts covers coach salaries for centres where the community cannot sustain them and supports tournament travel costs for players.
Financial support
Tata Trusts subsidizes coach salaries and tournament travel for centres and players unable to afford the full cost, effectively reducing the burden on economically disadvantaged participants.
Frequently asked questions
Can my child join Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme anytime?
Yes. Enrollment stays open through the year. Your child can join at any time.
Is Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme free?
No. The registration fee is ₹300.
Who can participate in Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme?
Children aged 8 to 14.
What will my child gain from Tata Trusts Badminton Grassroots Programme?
Structured badminton coaching from local trainers. Advancement pathway to Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy. Access to High Altitude Training Centre facilities for top performers. Playing equipment provided at grassroots centres. Proven pipeline: four national junior badminton champions since 2018. Low-cost, community-managed training centres across Mizoram.
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