Tag: Tata Football Academy

Jamshedpur, October 17:

•     4-year full residential scholarship

•     The trials are open to boys born between 1st January 2011 and 31st December 2012

•     The players will be representing the Jamshedpur FC Youth teams and will also have a chance to represent Jharkhand as well as the Indian National teams across various age categories.

Jamshedpur Football Club has announced trials for its U15 (TFA) team. The online registration is open starting today and will close on 31st October 2024, 11:59 PM. 

Established in 1987, the prestigious Tata Football Academy (TFA) has played a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing some of India’s top footballing talent. Till date, 303 cadets have graduated from the academy, with 149 players (49%) progressing to represent both top professional football clubs and the Indian National Football team. Among the notable alumni are Pronay Halder, Udanta Singh, Subrata Paul, Noel Wilson, Robin Singh, Narayan Das, Carlton Chapman, Renedy Singh, and Mahesh Gawli, all of whom have made significant contributions to Indian football at various levels. A total of 24 cadets have captained the Indian National football team across various age group tournaments. 

AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, himself a former TFA cadet, in his recent visit to the U17 batch convocation as the Guest of Honour said adoringly, “I was part of the TFA’s first convocation in 1995 and I am lucky to be present in the 15th convocation. Back then, TFA was the only professionally run academy, providing us with European tours where we learned modern football techniques. TFA continues to produce gold and its value never diminishes.”

Currently there are more than 60 players such as Pronay Halder, Udanta Singh, Chinglensana Singh, Rithesh Sharma, Vinit Rai, Sourav Das of TFA present across clubs in ISL. TFA players such as Mahesh Gawli, Gourmangi Singh, Rennedy Singh and Noel Wilson have also now gone on to become top coaches with ISL Clubs as well as the Indian National team.

The trials are open to boys born between 1st January 2011 and 31st December 2012 (both dates inclusive). The selection process will be rigorous, with players evaluated on their performance in match situations, technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical abilities. Successful candidates will progress through to the final rounds of selection, where they will face further tests. 

Mukul Choudhari, CEO of Jamshedpur FC, said, “The trials represent a crucial opportunity for young footballers across the country to showcase their talent and begin their journey towards professional football. I am very to happy to state that we have over 9 players in the current Jamshedpur FC first team squad who have progressed from the youth system, with 7 of them being from the Tata football academy. With the academy’s world-class facilities and strong development program, we are confident that the next generation of players will continue our tradition of excellence. I encourage all aspiring footballers to give it their best and wish them success in the trials.”

TFA is amongst the highest-rated (3-star) AIFF accredited academy with all top facilities. The selected players will receive a full scholarship for four years. The players will have access to the exclusive training facilities, education, recreation rooms, accommodation and meals. The academy has top licensed coaches to provide training supplemented by best medical facilities for recovery and rehabilitation. The academy is also supported by psychologists, nutritionists, physiotherapists, masseurs, etc. from the High Performance Centre, Jamshedpur. The players will be representing the Jamshedpur FC Youth teams and will also have a chance to represent Jharkhand as well as the Indian National teams across various age categories. 

The last trial held in 2022, saw over 4000 candidates applying from all across India. For its continued contribution to the development of Indian football, the All India Football Federation had conferred TFA the “Continuous contributions to Indian Football” award while Tata Steel was awarded the “Valuable contribution to the Development of Football” award by Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore – then Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports . 

“The trials at Tata Football Academy are not just about identifying talent, but about finding players who are committed to growing and excelling in the sport. We are looking for individuals who show both skill and a passion for learning. This is an incredible opportunity for young footballers to benefit from our comprehensive training program, and we are excited to discover the next generation of football stars,” said Kundan Chandra, the Head Youth and Grassroots.

All participants will be responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and meals during the trial period. Candidates must also upload original scanned copies of their birth certificate, Aadhaar card, passport (if available), and a passport-sized photograph.

Interested players are requested to visit the club’s website www.fcjamshedpur.com and click on the link to head to the registration page. For further details, please contact 0657-2221736 between 10 AM and 6 PM, Monday to Friday.

Online Registration Process

Prospective players are required to register online by filling out a detailed form, ensuring that all information provided is accurate. Candidates must also upload original scanned copies of their birth certificate, Aadhaar card, passport (if available), and a passport-sized photograph. Upon submission, applicants will receive a registration number through SMS and email, followed by a trial date and time after verification of their details.

Only birth certificates issued by government authorities will be accepted, and the date of registration on the certificate must be within one year of the player’s actual birth date. Additionally, selected candidates will undergo age verification and medical tests, as required.

Candidates must follow these steps carefully to ensure successful registration:

Step 1 – Visit www.fcjamshedpur.com and click on selection trial link

Step 2 – Read the instructions carefully  

Step 3 – Keep ready scanned original copies of your Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Passport (if available), and a passport-size photograph.

Step 4 – Click Next and Fill in all mandatory fields accurately with correct information.

After submitting the registration form, a Registration Number will be sent via SMS and email. Please ensure your contact details are correct. You will receive a notification after your data has been verified, and the trial date and time will be communicated thereafter.

Important Notes: 

Only original birth certificates issued by valid government authorities will be accepted, and the registration date on the certificate must be within one year of the player’s actual birth date.

Candidates will undergo age verification and medical tests as required.

A letter from the school principal certifying the candidate’s age and current class is mandatory.

Participants must arrange their own travel, accommodation, and meals during the trials.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.