Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship by BFI
by Boxing Federation of India (BFI)
Pathway to India Youth Boxing Team
Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship by BFI is a competition by Boxing Federation of India (BFI) for students in Grade 11 to 12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Grade 11 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
Approximately 7 to 8 days per edition
Format
Individual
Time needed
Full-time presence at the host venue for the duration of the championship, including daily weigh-in, medical examination and bouts.
About this opportunity
The Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship is the premier national-level competition for Indian boxers aged 17 and 18 years, organised annually by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) in association with a host state amateur boxing association. The championship gathers state-nominated boxers from across India and serves as the principal pipeline for the senior national programme, the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships, the Youth World Championships and the Youth Olympic Games.
Male and female boxers compete in 10 weight categories each, ranging from 47-50 kg up to 90+ kg for men and from 45-48 kg up to 80+ kg for women. Each affiliated State and Union Territory boxing unit nominates one boxer per weight category, with additional entries permitted for Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) and the previous edition's top-ranked teams. Entries are routed through the affiliated State/UT unit and are not accepted directly from individual boxers. Bouts follow World Boxing technical rules and a 10-point scoring system, with daily weigh-ins and medical examinations conducted at the venue.
Gold medallists in each weight category typically earn direct selection trial entry for the national youth squad and qualification for international youth events such as the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships. Top performers gain visibility with national selectors, with Khelo India scheme administrators and with state-level sports authorities, opening pathways to advanced training, sports quotas in higher education and a long-term career in competitive boxing.
Participants must hold a BFI registration number, an annual medical fitness certificate and recent Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV test certificates valid within the previous three months. Lodging and boarding for boxers and accompanying officials are typically arranged by the host state association during the event.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 11 to 12
- Age range
- 17 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Nomination by an affiliated State or UT boxing unit of BFI
- Valid BFI boxer registration number
- Original birth certificate and Aadhaar card
- Age verification documentation as per NCAFS norms
- BFI annual medical fitness certificate
- Recent Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV test certificates valid within the last three months
- Prior competitive boxing training and state-level experience
Open to boys and girls in the U-19 category, typically 17-18 years old as on the championship year cut-off. Boxers must be nominated by an affiliated State or Union Territory boxing unit of BFI, hold a valid BFI registration number, and submit original birth certificate, Aadhaar card, BFI annual medical fitness certificate and recent Hepatitis B/C and HIV test reports.
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Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Medals across 20 weight categories
Gold, silver and bronze medals are awarded across 10 men's and 10 women's weight categories at the national level.
Certificate
BFI participation and merit certificate
Boxing Federation of India issues participation and merit certificates to competing boxers, recognised within the national and international boxing pathway governed by World Boxing and the Indian Olympic Association.
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Opens doors to
Medals at this national-level championship strengthen applications under sports quota admissions at universities and government colleges across India.
Career pathways
Medallists are typically eligible for selection trials for the India youth squad and qualification consideration for the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships, the Youth World Championships and the Youth Olympic Games. Top performers gain visibility with Khelo India scheme administrators and national selectors.
Recognition
National recognition by BFI
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- 10 men's and 10 women's weight categories from 47-50 kg up to 90+ kg
- Direct pipeline to the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships and Youth Olympic Games
- Annual rotation of host state under BFI's competition calendar
Rounds & format
Each bout consists of three rounds of three minutes each at the youth level, with a one-minute rest between rounds, conducted under World Boxing technical rules.
How entries are judged
Bouts are judged on the World Boxing 10-point must scoring system across each round.
Selection process
Boxers reach this championship through nomination by their affiliated State or Union Territory boxing unit, typically following state-level trials. Gold medallists progress to selection trials for the India youth squad and qualification consideration for the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships and the Youth Olympic Games.
How to apply
- 1Selection by the affiliated State or Union Territory boxing unit of BFI through state-level trials.
- 2State unit submits Entry by Number followed by Entry by Name in the BFI prescribed format, signed by the President or Secretary of the unit.
- 3Boxer reports to the host venue with original birth certificate, Aadhaar card, medical certificates and BFI registration details for initial weigh-in and medical examination.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Entry costs are typically borne by the affiliated State or Union Territory boxing unit nominating the boxer. Lodging and boarding for boxers and officials are usually arranged by the host state association during the championship.
Frequently asked questions
Is Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship by BFI free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship by BFI?
Students in Grade 11 to 12. Children aged 17 to 18.
What will my child gain from Youth (U-19) Men & Women National Boxing Championship by BFI?
National-level competitive exposure across 20 weight categories.. Selection-trial pathway to the India youth boxing squad.. Qualification consideration for Asian U-19, Youth World and Youth Olympic events.. Visibility with Khelo India administrators and national selectors.. Participation and merit certificate issued by the Boxing Federation of India.. Strengthens sports quota applications for college and university admissions.. Lodging and boarding for boxers and officials typically arranged by the host association.. Direct competition under World Boxing technical rules and 10-point scoring system..
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