IKF Past Trials – Season-by-Season Growth Story

From 17 cities in Season 1 (2021) to 100 cities in Season 4 (2024-25), IKF National Trials have grown into India’s largest grassroots talent hunt.

Growth at a Glance

Season Year Cities Covered Participants Players Shortlisted Clubs Participated
S‑1 2021–22 17 2,000+ 20 8
S‑2 2022–23 40 5,000+ 25+ 16
S‑3 2023–24 58 8,000+ 116 20+
S‑4 2024–25 100 10,000+ 120+ 25+

Figures marked with “+” indicate minimum confirmed counts; final audited numbers are available in the Season Reports PDF archive.

Season Capsules

Season 1 – The Pilot (Jan 2021 → Jan 2022)

Our inaugural 17-city run laid the foundation for a neutral, data-driven scouting culture. Twenty talented youngsters earned official trials with ISL & I-League academies— proving that structured access can beat pure chance.

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Season 2 – The Expansion (Jul 2022 → Feb 2023)

40 cities, 5,000+ participants, and the launch of village-level satellite events made Season 2 a breakthrough year. 16 professional clubs attended the National Finals, shortlisting 25+ players on the spot.

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Season 3 – Raising the Bar (May 2023 → Feb 2024)

With 58 host locations and 8,000+ young footballers in action, Season 3 set new benchmarks for inclusivity. Over 20 clubs identified 116 prospects, while the Career 360 pathway debuted to guide families beyond the pitch.

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Season 4 – Century Cities (Mar 2024 → Jan 2025)

Concluding at Pune’s Balewadi Stadium on Republic Day, our 100-city trials welcomed 10,000+ participants. A record 25+ clubs attended, making Season 4 the most competitive Finals yet.

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Full stats, success stories, and media coverage for each season are available in our PDF archive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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