SAI announces selection trials in Chennai for 2025-26

chennai: the sports authority of india (sai), under the ministry of youth affairs and sports, government of india, will conduct selection trials for talented athletes for the 2025-26 session in chennai. the trials will be held at jawaharlal nehru stadium and other designated venues, with athletes being inducted into various schemes based on performance.trial schedule and details:athleticsage: 12 to 18 yearscategory: boys (residential), girls (non-residential)criteria: recognized competition medals (u-14 novice & u-18 district)date & venue: 1 february 2025, jawaharlal nehru stadiumfootballage: boys born between 2010 and 2013 (non-residential)criteria: state/district participation and game/motor testsdate & venue: 4-5 february 2025, sdat nehru park (sai ground)kabaddiage: boys born between 2009 and 2011 (residential)criteria: recognized district tournament participationdate & venue: 7 february 2025, jawaharlal nehru stadiumapplication process:forms are available at room no. 55, jawaharlal nehru stadium, chennai, or through sai's social media platforms via qr code on instagram and x.required documents:birth certificateaadhaar cardsports achievement certificatemedical fitness certificate (original)5 passport & stamp size photosattested copies of original certificatesfacilities provided:residential: scientific training, furnished accommodation, sports kit, tournament exposure, medical insurance, gym access, sports equipment, tuition fee support, and miscellaneous support.non-residential: scientific training, sports kit, tournament exposure, medical insurance, gym access, and sports equipment.aspiring athletes are encouraged to seize this opportunity to showcase their talents and gain access to world-class training and resources.