Understanding Age Categories in UPCA Registration
Understanding Age Categories in UPCA Registration
Available Age Categories
| Category | Full Name | Applicable For |
|---|---|---|
| U-14 | Under 14 | Boys only |
| U-15-G | Under 15 Girls | Girls only |
| U-16 | Under 16 | Boys only |
| U-19 | Under 19 | Boys & Girls |
| U-23 | Under 23 | Boys & Girls |
| Senior | Senior | Boys & Girls |
How Age Category is Determined
Your eligible age categories are automatically calculated based on your:
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Date of Birth
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Gender (Male/Female)
The system will show you only the categories you are eligible for. Categories you cannot select will be disabled.
Age Category Rules for Boys (Male)
| Date of Birth Range | Primary Category | Can Also Select |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sep 2012 -- 31 Aug 2015 | U-14 | U-14 only |
| 1 Sep 2010 -- 31 Aug 2012 | U-16 | U-16, U-19, U-23, Senior |
| 1 Sep 2007 onwards | U-19 | U-19, U-23, Senior |
| 1 Sep 2003 onwards | U-23 | U-23, Senior |
| Before 1 Sep 2003 | Senior | Senior only |
Age Category Rules for Girls (Female)
| Date of Birth Range | Primary Category | Can Also Select |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sep 2011 -- 30 Sep 2014 | U-15-G | U-15-G only |
| 1 Sep 2007 onwards | U-19 | U-19, U-23, Senior |
| 1 Sep 2003 onwards | U-23 | U-23, Senior |
| Before 1 Sep 2003 | Senior | Senior only |
Multi-Category Selection
Yes, you can register for multiple age categories if you are eligible!
Example: A boy born on 15th October 2010 is eligible for:
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U-16 ✅
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U-19 ✅
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U-23 ✅
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Senior ✅
They can select any combination of these categories.
Important:
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Selecting multiple categories means you can participate in trials for each selected category
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Registration fee is ₹400 per category
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If you select 3 categories, your total fee will be ₹1,200
Minimum Age Requirement
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Players born after 31st August 2015 are not eligible for any category
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You must be at least eligible for U-14 category to register
Categories Requiring Consent Form
If you select any of these categories, a parent/guardian consent form is required:
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U-14
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U-15-G (Girls)
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U-16
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Which documents are mandatory for registration?
To complete your UPCA player registration, please keep the following documents ready:
Can I change my age category?
No. The age category is automatically determined by the system based on your date of birth and cannot be changed manually. Please refer to the eligibility criteria to understand which age category you fall under.
I selected multiple categories. Do I pay for each?
Yes, registration fee is ₹400 per category. Total fee = Number of categories × ₹400.