For parents

What is a football trial?

A trial is a selection event to evaluate players for academies, state teams, or scouting platforms. Read the eligibility and age cutoffs carefully and carry original documents.

What to bring

• Government ID for the player (Aadhaar/passport) and birth certificate
• 2 passport-size photos and photocopies of required documents
• Proper kit: studs/boots, shin guards, water, light snacks

Red flags for paid scams

• Asking for unofficial payments or “processing fees” at the venue
• Demanding money beyond the officially published fee. For example, IKF Season 6 states boys pay ₹125 (city round) and it’s FREE for girls. Anyone charging extra in IKF’s name is fraud.
• WhatsApp forwards without an official source link