1. Eligibility Criteria:

Under 9: Born on or after January 1, 2016.
Under 11: Born on or after January 1, 2014.
Under 13: Born on or after January 1, 2012.
Under 15: Born on or after January 1, 2010.
Under 17: Born on or after January 1, 2008.

2.Identity Verification: Players must provide an Aadhar Card and Birth Certificate for age verification. Any attempt at age fraud will result in immediate disqualification and penalties for both the player and the team.
3.Registration & Entry Fees: Teams must complete registration before participation. All entry fees are non-refundable once payment is made, regardless of circumstances, including player injuries, team withdrawals, or cancellations due to unforeseen events.
4.Objection to Player Eligibility: Coaches or managers wishing to challenge a player’s eligibility must submit an objection fee of ₹5000. If the objection is upheld, the fee will be refunded.
5.Liability for Personal Belongings and Injuries: The organizing committee is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings (e.g., jewellery, accessories). Additionally, the committee is not liable for injuries sustained during the tournament. While on-site medical support will be provided, any hospitalization or extended care costs will be a complete responsibility of the player.
6.Code of Conduct: All participants (players, coaches, and spectators) must maintain sportsmanlike behavior throughout the tournament. Any form of misconduct, such as verbal abuse or physical altercations, will lead to disciplinary action, including suspension or disqualification.
7.Media Consent: By participating in the tournament, players and their guardians consent to the use of photographs, videos, and other media for promotional purposes by the organizing committee.
8.Authority to Amend Rules: The organizing committee reserves the right to amend or update any rules, regulations, or terms at any time. Participants will be notified promptly of any changes.
9.Cancellation of Categories: If fewer than 8 teams register in a category, the organizing committee may cancel the category. In this case, participants can either upgrade to a higher category if eligible; or request for a refund.

Additional Terms & Conditions

Natural Calamities and Force Majeure

In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, health emergencies, government restrictions, strikes, or civil disturbances; the organizing committee reserves the right to reschedule, postpone or cancel the affected matches or the tournament as a whole.
In case of cancellation due to such events, registration fees may be refunded partially or fully at the committee’s discretion, based on incurred costs. Refund policies related to these situations will be communicated promptly to the registered teams.

Match Delays and Rescheduling

Matches may be delayed or rescheduled due to uncontrollable circumstances, such as adverse weather, unsafe field conditions, technical issues, or government restrictions.
Teams are expected to cooperate with any rescheduling adjustments; non-participation due to rescheduling will be considered a forfeit.
If a delay exceeds one hour, the match may be postponed to a different date, subject to the organizing committee’s approval and field availability.

Spectator Guidelines and Safety

Spectators are expected to respect tournament rules, teams, officials, and property. Misconduct, including unauthorized access to the field, disruptive behavior, or physical/verbal altercations, will result in removal from the premises.
Children under the age of 12 must be supervised at all times. Spectators should follow entry, exit, and seating instructions provided by tournament staff.

Medical Emergencies

The organizing committee will provide on-ground first-aid assistance during the tournament. However, in cases of severe injury requiring hospital treatment or specialized medical care, the organizing committee is not responsible for any medical insurance coverage or expenses incurred. All such costs will be the responsibility of the player, their guardian, or team.
The organizing committee will coordinate with emergency services in severe cases and notify the player’s guardian or team manager promptly.

Liability for Damaged Equipment or Venue

Any damage to the venue, including facilities like the field, goalposts, seating areas, or other tournament property caused by teams, players, or spectators, will be assessed and charged to the responsible party.
Teams are responsible for ensuring respectful and appropriate use of all tournament facilities and equipment.

Data Privacy

Personal information provided by participants, including identification details for age verification, will be securely handled and used only for registration and age verification purposes. The organizing committee will take appropriate measures to protect this data and will not share it without consent.

Travel and Accommodation

Teams are responsible for their own travel, food, and accommodation arrangements, unless otherwise stated in the tournament details.
The organizing committee does not take responsibility for travel disruptions or other logistical issues encountered by teams.