Scouting Certification

India Khelo Football (IKF) is revolutionizing football scouting in India by offering a structured pathway for aspiring scouts to gain international and national accreditation, practical experience, and access to paid opportunities. The program is beginner-friendly yet rigorous; a passion for football analysis is key.

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Scouting Background
Track What You Get Mode Duration
PFSA Level 1 International Talent ID Certificate 4-hour self-paced online course Complete in 7 days
IKF-CFSA Level 1 India-specific scouting accreditation + live mentoring 6–9 hr online workshops + 2 hr assessment 1 week
Dual Super-Saver Both certifications + priority paid projects Combined package Approximately 2 weeks

IKF CFSA Level 2 - Coming Soon

Curriculum Snapshot

PFSA Level 1 Modules

  • Introduction to Talent Identification
  • Understanding the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP)
  • Talent ID Predictors (Field Players & Goalkeepers)
  • Player Reports & Relative Age Effect
  • Anthropological, Technical, Psychological & Sociological Predictors
  • Limitations and Importance of Talent ID

IKF-CFSA Level 1 Modules

  • Scouting Primer: Introduction
  • Scouting Lexicon: Understanding Conceptual Terms
  • Talent Discernment: The instinct to spot Unique potential in a Player.
  • 4 Corner Assessment: Physical, Technical, Tactical and Psychosocial.
  • Spotting Techniques: Real Time Scouting Methods
  • Report Drafting: Clear, Unbiased and Benchmarked

Enroll & Pay
Register via scout.myfirstkick.com.
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Receive Credentials
Obtain your unique Scout ID and PFSA login.
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Complete PFSA Level 1
Finish within 7 days and upload the certificate to IKF.
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Join IKF Cohort
Participate in a 6-hour live online training session.
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Pass IKF Assessment
Complete a 2-hour exam to validate your knowledge.
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Earn Your Certification
Receive a joint certificate from IKF and ProSoccerGlobal.
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Activate Paid Gigs
Begin working on match assignments, workshops, and trials.

Outcome: Your Role as an IKF Partner Scout

  • Receive the official IKF Scout Badge.
  • Gain recognition on the IKF Scout Map.
  • Access exclusive match assignments and scouting events.
  • Be prioritized for scouting roles at IKF National Trials.
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