Governing body for the promotion, development, and regulation of netball across the Republic of India. Empowering athletes, building champions, and growing the sport from grassroots to international excellence.
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The Netball Federation of India (NFI) is the sole governing body recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, and the International Netball Federation (INF) for the sport of netball in India. Established in 1963, NFI has been instrumental in promoting and developing netball across all 28 states and 8 union territories.
Our mission is to cultivate a robust netball ecosystem that provides opportunities for participation, competition, and excellence at all levels. We work tirelessly to increase visibility, secure funding, develop infrastructure, and train coaches and officials to international standards.
NFI oversees the national teams (Senior, Junior, and Youth), organizes domestic competitions including the National Netball Championships, and implements grassroots development programs through its affiliated state units. We are committed to gender equality, with a strong focus on empowering women and girls through sport.
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To make India a leading netball nation in Asia and a respected competitor on the world stage by 2030, inspiring a generation through athletic excellence and sportsmanship.
To develop, promote, and regulate netball systematically from grassroots to elite level, ensuring equitable access, quality coaching, and world-class competition structures.
Integrity, Excellence, Inclusivity, Teamwork, and Respect. We believe in the power of sport to transform lives and build stronger communities.
Our national squads represent India with pride in international competitions across Asia and the world.
The flagship team representing India at the INF Netball World Cup, Asian Netball Championships, and other major international tournaments.
Coach: Priya Sharma
World Ranking: 24
Developing the next generation of elite netballers. This team competes in the World Youth Netball Cup and Asian Youth Championships.
Coach: Rajeshwari Patel
Next Event: Asian Youth Champs 2024
Promoting men's netball participation and competition. The team participates in the Asian Men's Netball Championship and exhibition matches.
Coach: Arjun Mehta
Focus: Development & Exposure
December 15-22, 2023 | Thyagaraj Stadium, New Delhi
The premier domestic competition featuring teams from all states and union territories. Over 800 athletes expected to participate. Open tryouts for national team selection will follow.
View Schedule & ResultsJune 10-20, 2024 | Singapore
Indian team will compete against top Asian nations for qualification to the 2025 Netball World Cup. Support our team as they aim for a podium finish.
Follow Team ProgressThree-year sponsorship deal to support grassroots development programs.
Level 1 and 2 coaching courses now available for aspiring netball coaches.
Strong showing against Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Thailand.
Building the future of netball through structured initiatives at all levels.
Introducing netball to schools and communities across India. We provide equipment, basic training modules, and organize inter-school competitions. Over 500 schools engaged in the last two years.
Developing a world-class workforce of coaches, umpires, and technical officials. NFI offers accredited certification programs in partnership with INF and the Sports Authority of India.
Identifying and nurturing talented athletes for elite competition. Includes national training camps, sports science support, nutrition guidance, and international exposure tours.
Promoting inclusivity through netball for athletes with disabilities. Working to establish classification systems and competitive structures for wheelchair and standing para netball.
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Netball Federation of India
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Complex,
Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003, India
+91 11 2436 7890
+91 11 2436 7891
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Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM IST
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM IST
Sunday: Closed