Indian Pickleball Association Nationals 2025: The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), the officially recognised National Sports Federation for pickleball in India, has clarified that the official National Pickleball Championships will be held in Bengaluru from November 13 to November 16, 2025. Any other events, including the recent Jammu tournament, are private and not officially sanctioned.
AIPA Jammu Event Renamed
The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) had advertised its Jammu tournament, scheduled for September 26-28, 2025, as a “Nationals.” The IPA issued a legal notice to AIPA on September 4, 2025, instructing them to stop calling it an official Nationals event.
In response on September 10, 2025, the AIPA confirmed the Jammu tournament is a private event. Following the notice, they renamed it the “National Level Championship.” This change confirms the event has no official sanction or recognition.
Official Tournaments and Rankings
As the recognised National Sports Federation for pickleball, the IPA alone can host official national tournaments. The Bengaluru Nationals will be the only event where players can earn official National Ranking points. Private events, including the Jammu tournament, will not count toward state or national rankings.
The IPA is also hosting the PWR 1000 Rise Up Championship in Chennai from September 26 to September 28, 2025. This tournament is part of the IPA-sanctioned ranking circuit, allowing players to earn points for district, state, and national representation.
Players are encouraged to take part in both the Rise Up Championship in Chennai and the IPA Nationals in Bengaluru to secure PWR Ranking points. These points are essential for qualifying for the Indian National Team and State Teams.
IPA Commitment to Fair Play
The IPA emphasized its dedication to clarity, transparency, and fair opportunities for all players. The organisation follows the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, and aims to maintain the integrity of pickleball in India while welcoming participants to official tournaments.
News in Brief: Indian Pickleball Association Nationals 2025
The Indian Pickleball Association has confirmed the official National Pickleball Championships in Bengaluru from November 13-16, 2025. The Jammu event by the All India Pickleball Association is private and will not carry ranking points. Players can also earn points at the IPA PWR 1000 Rise Up Championship in Chennai.
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