Bihar State Championship
12 OCT 2026
BHR
BIHAR
VS
4:00 PM
JHK
Official State Football Governing Body
UNITING BIHAR THROUGH FOOTBALL
Developing football talent, strengthening competitions and creating opportunities for players across Bihar.
39
Districts & Units
Affiliated football zones
50
Approved Clubs
Active registered clubs
1790+
Registered Players
Senior & youth athletes
100+
Competitions
Annual state tournaments
1950s
Decades of Football Heritage
Governing Body of Football in Bihar
ABOUT BIHAR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
The Bihar Football Association (BFA) is the premier governing body responsible for administering, sanctioning, and promoting the sport of football throughout Bihar.
Affiliated with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Bihar Olympic Association, BFA fosters an ecosystem of sporting excellence, transparent governance, and grassroots empowerment from rural panchayats to top national championships like the Santosh Trophy and National Games.
Football Development
Grassroots Football
Player Development
State Competitions
Coaching Education
Referee Development
Youth Football Leagues
Women's Football Growth
BIHAR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
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Stay connected with Bihar football, upcoming competitions, player development and the latest association updates.
BIHAR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
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Latest Notifications & Announcements
Stay updated with the latest official announcements, competition notices, selection trials, fixtures and important updates from Bihar Football Association.
30 SEP 2026
Bihar State Football Championship 2026
Registration and tournament-related information is now available.
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LATEST UPDATES
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Official Gazettes & Circulars
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OFFICIAL NOTIFICATIONS
Download official circulars, tournament regulations, and trial invitations.
Official Tournament Notice: Bihar State Senior Championship 2026 Regulations
OUR Services
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Our initiatives to promote football across Bihar
State Fixtures & Schedule
UPCOMING MATCHES
Follow the state teams, zonal qualifiers, and youth leagues scheduled across Bihar.
Women's State League
15 OCT 2026
PAT
PATNA FC
VS
2:30 PM
MUZ
MUZAFFARPUR
State Youth Championship U-19
18 OCT 2026
DAR
MITHILA WARRIORS
VS
3:30 PM
GAY
MAGADH SC
Strategic Mission
FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT
Building a sustainable, world-class football pathway for every athlete, coach, and official in Bihar.
GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL
Developing football from the grassroots level across primary schools, rural academies, and district training centers.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Creating opportunities for emerging football talent with professional training camps, medical support, and tournament exposure.
COACH DEVELOPMENT
Supporting football coaching and education through AIFF D, C, and B License certification courses conducted across Bihar.
REFEREE DEVELOPMENT
Promoting qualified football officials, fitness assessments, and modern referee clinics to elevate match officiating standards.
State Tournaments & Leagues
COMPETITIONS
Official championships sanctioned and organized annually by the Bihar Football Association.
Season 2026
Senior Championship
The flagship state men's championship serving as the primary talent feeder for the Santosh Trophy.
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Season 2026
Women's Championship
Showcasing the finest female football talent across all 38 districts of Bihar with AIFF national pathways.
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Season 2026
U-23 Championship
High-tempo youth tournament for college and emerging semi-professional football athletes.
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Season 2026
U-19 Championship
Junior state championship (Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy selection trials) featuring district teams.
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Season 2026
U-17 Championship
Sub-junior state selection trials for the Mir Iqbal Hussain Trophy and national academies.
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Season 2026
Youth League
Comprehensive age-category league system promoting continuous competitive match minutes.
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Season 2026
District Championship
Inter-district championship uniting district association champions in a prestigious knockout cup.
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Season 2026
Club Championship
Premier state club league providing competitive club pathways into national 2nd Division qualifiers.
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State Representative Squads
OUR TEAMS
Representing the pride, resilience, and football spirit of Bihar on national stages.
State Talents
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Emerging stars making an impact in state and national football competitions.
#09
Forward
ARJUN KUMAR
Patna FC • Patna District
#01
Goalkeeper
ROHIT SOREN
Mithila Warriors • Darbhanga
#10
Midfielder
MD DANISH
Danapur United • Patna District
#07
Forward
PRIYA KUMARI
Muzaffarpur SC • Muzaffarpur
#04
Centre-Back
VIKASH KUMAR
Magadh SC • Gaya District
Statewide Reach
FOOTBALL ACROSS BIHAR
Explore affiliated district associations, registered clubs, and infrastructure across Bihar.
* Interactive vector map: Click any district to inspect district association registration, clubs, and ground data.
Patna District
Patna Division • BFA Zonal Headquarters42
Affiliated Clubs
1,850+
Players
Tier 1
Classification
The football heartbeat of Bihar. Home to the state association headquarters, premier state league matches, and top legacy clubs.
Premier Grounds & Stadiums:
Moin-ul-Haq Stadium & Patliputra Sports Complex
Top Registered Clubs:
State Milestones & Honors
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Decades of dedication, competitive grit, and state honors in national football history.
1971
East Zone Santosh Semi-Finals
Historic campaign with memorable victories over premier regional football powerhouses.
1998
National Junior Gold
Bihar state U-19 team clinched national championship honors in a stunning tournament run.
2018
AIFF Grassroots Accreditation
Formal recognition of Bihar's comprehensive grassroots coaching and refereeing program.
2025
State Super League Expansion
Inauguration of modern 38-district championship pathway and women's state football league.
Federation Press & Updates
LATEST NEWS
Latest announcements, match previews, and football developments across Bihar.
BFA NEWS
Bihar State Senior Championship 2026 Final Dates Announced
The executive committee of the Bihar Football Association has approved the schedule for the 2026 senior championship at Patna.
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WOMEN'S FOOTBALL
State Women's Team Camp Commences Ahead of National Qualifiers
30 shortlisted players reported to Patliputra Sports Complex for high-intensity physical and tactical conditioning.
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YOUTH FOOTBALL
Over 2,000 School Athletes Complete AIFF Grassroots Football Festival
Youth football festival concluded with skills challenges, mini-matches, and referee training across 5 zonal centers.
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Visual Showcase
CAPTURING THE GAME
Memorable moments from championships, grassroots academies, and state matches.
Broadcast & Highlights
VIDEO & MEDIA
Relive game-defining goals, coaching clinics, and exclusive state camp interviews.
Match Highlights
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Bihar vs Jharkhand Full Match Highlights & Key Moments
10 Oct 2026 • 8 mins 45 secs
Player Interviews
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Captain & Striker Talk Ahead of Crucial Zonal Qualifiers
26 Sep 2026 • 5 mins 12 secs
Tournament Highlights
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Grassroots Youth Football Festival Highlights in Patna
18 Sep 2026 • 6 mins 30 secs
BIHAR FOOTBALL
Growing the Game Across Bihar
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Development
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about Bihar Football
Find answers to common questions about competitions, player development, registration, clubs and football activities across Bihar.
Players and teams can participate through affiliated clubs, districts and competitions organised under the Bihar football structure. Check the latest competition announcements for participation details.
Clubs can follow the applicable affiliation process and submit the required information and documents through the appropriate football association structure.
Grassroots and player development activities can provide young footballers with opportunities to learn, train and gain competitive exposure.
Upcoming fixtures, competitions and match information can be published through the association's official fixtures and announcements sections.
Official announcements, notifications, competition updates and important documents can be accessed through the association's website.
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