Affiliation
BTBCA is the Bihar state association affiliated to the Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India, and is recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.
TBCFI · Bihar state unit
Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India — the Bihar state unit
The Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India (TBCFI) is the national body for tennis ball cricket in India. In Bihar, the format is run by the Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Bihar (BTBCA) — the TBCFI-affiliated state association, recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. This page explains how the federation's structure works in the state, and how a club, academy or district unit gets affiliated.
How the federation structure works
Playing conditions
State championships in Bihar follow TBCFI playing conditions — 6 to 12 over formats, hard tennis ball, one bouncer an over and neutral umpiring.
Selection pathway
District trials feed Under-14, Under-17, Under-19 and Senior state squads for men and women, which represent Bihar at national tennis ball cricket events.
Statewide reach
Affiliation and registration is open to clubs, academies and district units across all 38 districts of Bihar.
Championships run under TBCFI conditions in Bihar
- Under-14 State Tennis Ball Cricket Championship (Men & Women)
- Under-17 State Tennis Ball Cricket Championship (Men & Women)
- Under-19 State Tennis Ball Cricket Championship (Men & Women)
- Senior State Tennis Ball Cricket Championship (Men & Women)
- Invitation Cup Tennis Ball Cricket Championship (Men & Women)
Fixtures, venues and results for every event are published on the fixtures page, with squads listed under teams and announcements on news.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India?
The Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India (TBCFI) is the national body for tennis ball cricket in India. It frames playing conditions for the format, sanctions national championships, and works through affiliated state associations such as the Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Bihar (BTBCA).
Who represents the Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India in Bihar?
The Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Bihar is the state association affiliated to the Tennis Ball Cricket Federation of India. BTBCA runs district and state championships in Bihar and selects the Bihar state squads for national tennis ball cricket events.
Is tennis ball cricket recognised by the government?
BTBCA's tennis ball cricket activity in Bihar is conducted as a TBCFI-affiliated state association and recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.
How do I get my club affiliated for tennis ball cricket?
Clubs, academies and district units in Bihar apply for affiliation through BTBCA, not directly to the national federation. Sports promoters, organisers and club secretaries can contact BTBCA at tbcabihar@gmail.com to start district affiliation or registration.
Which tennis ball cricket championships does BTBCA run under TBCFI conditions?
Under-14, Under-17, Under-19, Senior and Invitation Cup state tennis ball cricket championships, for both men and women, across all 38 districts of Bihar.
New to the format?
Read the plain-language explainer: What is tennis ball cricket (TBC full form, ball and rules), or browse the coaching guides.