IKF Trials
Opening Doors to Football Dreams
India Khelo Football's national trials give every motivated player a chance to be seen by professional clubs — no geography or cost barriers, just pure football and opportunity.
About IKF Trials
India Khelo Football (IKF) bridges the gap between grassroots passion and professional opportunity through its non-profit, data-driven National Trials. Guided by the vision "Aap Khelo, Mauka Hum Denge!", IKF provides a fair and transparent platform where players aged 10–17 (boys and girls) can showcase their talent in front of certified scouts and professional clubs — without geographical or financial barriers.
IKF is committed to creating equal opportunities in football. Participation in trials remains free for girls, ensuring wider access and encouraging greater female participation in the sport. This season, IKF introduces Project Naari Shakti, a dedicated initiative featuring all-girls trials designed to empower young female footballers and create stronger pathways for their growth across India.
By the girls | For the girls | Of the girls
An IKF Initiative
Football Opportunities Without Barriers
IKF brings trials directly to players across India, removing distance and cost barriers so talent can shine anywhere.
17 Pilot Cities → 135+ Nationwide (Across Seasons)
Ensuring no talent goes unseen.
No academies. No agents. No fees.
Only fair, transparent, performance-based evaluation.
Pure Talent. Real Opportunity.
The Journey
City
Trials
Nominal One Time Fee / Free for Girls
Register online → Play for on-site scouts
Zonal
Finals
Free
Short-listed players compete at regional hubs
National
Finals
Free
Top talents face ISL & I-League clubs
Season Highlight
Season 1
2021 - 22
Proved that village-level talent thrives when given a stage.
Season 2
2022 - 23
Launched satellite trials in 40 cities, with 16 clubs short-listing 25+ players on the spot.
Season 3
2023 - 24
Debuted our Career 360 pathway to guide families beyond the pitch, with 116 prospects identified.
Season 4
2024 - 25
Concluded 100-city trials at Pune's Balewadi Stadium on Republic Day, showcasing India's deepest grassroots talent.
Season 5
2025 - 26
After 135 city trials, the National Finals at Cooperage Football Ground, Mumbai celebrated the best of India's grassroots football talent.
Our Supporters for this Season
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone between the eligible age categories announced for the season can register for the IKF City Trials. Both boys and girls are welcome. Players must carry a valid age-proof document(Aadhar card/Birth certificate/Passport) on the day of trials and a Trial Pass.
Season 6 - Anyone born between 2009-2016 can register
125 (inclusive of GST), one‑time processing fee for City Trials; no fees for girls and underprivileged(Underprivileged children must submit any one valid government-issued document) Zonal and National rounds are free for all selected players.
Yes. Girls and underprivileged children can participate free of cost at IKF. Underprivileged children must submit any one valid government-issued document:
1.BPL (Below Poverty Line) Card / Antyodaya Card
2.Income Certificate (issued by a government authority)
3.EWS Certificate (Economically Weaker Section)
If your city is not listed, you may register for the nearest available trial location.
IKF continuously adds more cities based on demand, so keep checking updated announcements on our social media and website.
To know the latest update of your trial stay active on our website calendar.
Trial results will be announced within 15–20 days after the trials. The results will be published on the IKF website and Instagram Story. Players are requested to stay updated through our official platforms.
Please follow the steps below to download your trial pass:
-Log in to My First Kick with the same email id from which you registered.
-Go to IKF Events.
-Click on Pass.
-Select Download Pass.
-If the pass is not visible, click Refresh Pass, then download it.
Note: The trial pass will be visible only after a successful registration.
If You are not receiving any update about your trial please message on our whatsapp number - +918850119762
Or email us on - siddhi.dixit@indiakhelofootball.com
Our Communication Manager will get in touch with you within 24-48 hours.
No. Selection does not guarantee a club contract.
Selection at City or Zonal levels only means you will advance to the next stage where scouts and clubs evaluate your performance further. Final decisions are made solely by partnering clubs and academies based on merit.
Accommodation is not provided by IKF.
Players are responsible for arranging their own travel, stay, and meals for Zonal and National Finals unless specifically mentioned otherwise in official communication.
