AIFF Launches Inaugural U15 Women’s Youth League

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) will launch the inaugural U15 Women’s Youth League on 15 October 2026 at the Sporting Planet Sports Complex in Belagavi, Karnataka. The league will feature 16 teams from across India and will conclude with the final on 31 October 2026.

Tournament Format

The 16 participating teams will be divided into four groups of four teams each in the opening stage. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the quarter-finals, followed by the semi-finals and the final.

Participating Teams

The teams in the league include SESA Football Academy, HOPS FC, Roots FC, Krida Prabodhini Pune, Juba Sangha FC, Sethu FC, PFC Kerala, Project Mahadeva FC, MGM Ambush Club, DKR Football Academy, SAG Football Academy, Community FC India, Portais Sporting Club, RKM Football Academy, Mumbai Knights FC, and Belgaum United Football Academy.

AIFF Youth Women’s Football Structure

The AIFF is the national governing body for football in India and organises domestic competitions for men’s and women’s football. The U15 Women’s Youth League follows the AIFF U17 Women’s Youth League launched in July 2026.

Important Facts for Exams

• The AIFF stands for the All India Football Federation.
• The inaugural U15 Women’s Youth League begins on 15 October 2026.
• The final of the league is scheduled for 31 October 2026.
• The competition will be held in Belagavi, Karnataka, at the Sporting Planet Sports Complex.

Age-Group Football in India

Age-group football in India is organised through youth competitions such as U15 and U17 tournaments. These leagues form part of the national pathway for women’s football development under the AIFF.