Affiliation

State Association Affiliation

State Association Affiliation Guidelines

1. The applicant must be the sole state-level governing body for Tennis Cricket.
2. Must appoint minimum 10 active district units.
3. Must submit bylaws/constitution aligned with TCAI principles.
4. Provide annual activity report and financial statements.
5. Maintain a working executive committee with valid tenure.
6. Conduct state championships and maintain player records.
7. Pay affiliation fee as prescribed by TCAI.
8. Comply with TCAI rules, regulations, and disciplinary codes.

State Association Affiliation Benefits

  • Recognition as the State Governing Body for Tennis Cricket under TCAI.
  • Authority to form and supervise District Associations and registered clubs.
  • Permission to use TCAI name, branding, and standards for state-level operations.
  • Eligibility to issue player, coach, and official ID cards validated by TCAI.

  • Adoption of unified national rules, match regulations, code of conduct, and disciplinary framework.
  • Participation in national governance forums, committees, and decision-making bodies.
  • Guidance on constitution, structural setup, and operational framework for the State Association.

  • State players gain access to the National Ranking System.
  • Eligibility for National Championships, Inter-State Tournaments, Talent Development Programs, and High-Performance Camps.
  • Direct pathway for top state players to get scouted for national squads and leagues.

  • Certification programs for Coaches, Umpires, Scorers, and Technical Officials.
  • Access to national training modules and learning resources.
  • Priority for workshops and refresher courses.

  • Permission to conduct State and District Championships.
  • Hosting rights for Zonal/National tournaments.
  • Technical support from TCAI for match management and data recording.

  • Promotion of state events on TCAI platforms.

District & Club/Academy Affiliation

District Association Affiliation Guidelines

  • Must be the sole district-level governing body for Tennis Cricket.
  • Appoint minimum 5 active clubs/academies.
  • Valid Constitution aligned with State Association & TCAI.
  • Functional Executive Committee with valid tenure.
  • Maintain financial records and activity reports.

  • Registration certificate.
  • Constitution/Bylaws.
  • Office bearers list with ID proofs.
  • List of affiliated clubs/academies.
  • Annual activity report.
  • Financial statements.
  • Player database across all categories.

  • Conduct at least two district tournaments yearly.
  • Maintain player registration & ranking.
  • Conduct selection trials for state events.
  • Organize coaching camps and officials’ workshops.
  • Follow TCAI rules and disciplinary framework.

  • Pay district affiliation fee.
  • Annual renewal charges.
  • Transparent fee collection.

  • Fraud or misrepresentation.
  • Multiple groups claiming authority.
  • No annual activities.
  • Political interference.
  • Financial irregularities.

  • Official recognition under the State Tennis Cricket Association framework.
  • Right to conduct district-level tournaments, leagues, and talent hunts.
  • Priority access to state-level championships and pathways to nationals.
  • Use of standardized rules, certifications, and operating guidelines.
  • Eligibility for technical support including umpire & coach development.
  • Access to training materials, governance templates, and operating handbooks.
  • Authorized use of association branding for official district events.
  • Support for sponsorship alignment and district-level partnerships.
  • Inclusion in the National Talent Identification & Ranking System.
  • Representation rights in state meetings, voting processes, and planning summits.

Club / Academy Affiliation Rules

  • Actively operate Tennis Cricket coaching or tournaments.
  • Minimum 25 active players.
  • Basic management structure.
  • Follow TCAI code of conduct.

  • Registration proof (if available).
  • List of coaches & staff.
  • Player list with age proofs.
  • Training ground details.
  • Activity report.

  • Conduct annual trials or coaching programs.
  • Register players through district/state system.
  • Use TCAI-standard rules.
  • Ensure certified umpires officiate matches.
  • Promote discipline and anti-doping awareness.

  • Pay affiliation fee.
  • Annual renewal.
  • Transparent financial practices.

  • Official recognition as a registered and approved tennis cricket training entity.
  • Eligibility to field teams in district, state, and national circuits.
  • Access to certified coaches, umpire support, and skill‑development programs.
  • Right to host approved camps, trials, and grassroots development events.
  • Participation in national talent identification programs for player ranking.
  • Use of association branding for events, camps, and academy communication.
  • Priority access to tournaments, skill certifications, and coaching workshops.
  • Listing on the association website for public visibility and credibility.
  • Player insurance options (where applicable) through recognized channels.
  • Support for academy development, infrastructure guidance, and partnerships.

  • Misconduct.
  • Age fraud.
  • Rule violations.
  • Financial irregularities.