Will Assam Host the Final Round of the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 in January?
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Synopsis
Excitement brews as Assam prepares to host the final round of the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 in January. The championship promises thrilling football action as teams vie for glory in a prestigious tournament that showcases India's football talent. With a rich history and competitive spirit, this event is not to be missed!
Key Takeaways
- Final round hosted in Assam.
- Group stages from December 15 to 26, 2025.
- 35 teams competing in the tournament.
- Matches in nine different venues.
- Last champions: West Bengal.
New Delhi, Nov 27 (NationPress) The concluding phase of the 79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 is set to take place in Assam in January 2026. The group stages are scheduled to occur across nine venues from December 15 to 26, 2025.
A total of thirty-five teams will compete in the group stage, divided into nine groups (eight groups featuring four teams each and one group with three teams). The group victors will advance to join the hosts Assam, last season's champions West Bengal, and runners-up Kerala in the final round, which will take place in Dhakuakhana and Dhemaji.
The last occasion Assam hosted the Santosh Trophy final round was during the 2010-11 season, when West Bengal triumphed over Manipur to claim the trophy in Guwahati.
79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Group Stage Fixtures:
Group A (hosted in Mahilpur, Punjab): Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab
December 15: Jammu & Kashmir vs Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh vs Punjab
December 17: Himachal Pradesh vs Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh vs Punjab
December 19: Ladakh vs Himachal Pradesh, Punjab vs Jammu & Kashmir
Group B (hosted in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh): Chandigarh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand
December 16: Uttarakhand vs Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh vs Haryana
December 18: Haryana vs Uttarakhand, Chandigarh vs Uttar Pradesh
December 20: Chandigarh vs Haryana, Uttarakhand vs Uttar Pradesh
Group C (hosted in Delhi): Bihar, Jharkhand, Railways, Delhi
December 15: Bihar vs Railways, Jharkhand vs Delhi
December 17: Railways vs Jharkhand, Delhi vs Bihar
December 19: Bihar vs Jharkhand, Delhi vs Railways
Group D (hosted in Agartala, Tripura): Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura
December 15: Mizoram vs Nagaland, Manipur vs Tripura
December 17: Nagaland vs Manipur, Tripura vs Mizoram
December 19: Manipur vs Mizoram, Nagaland vs Tripura
Group E (Shillong, Meghalaya): Meghalaya, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh
December 19: Meghalaya vs Sikkim
December 21: Sikkim vs Arunachal Pradesh
December 23: Arunachal Pradesh vs Meghalaya
Group F (hosted in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh): Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana
December 22: Odisha vs Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh vs Telangana
December 24: Telangana vs Odisha, Madhya Pradesh vs Chhattisgarh
December 26: Madhya Pradesh vs Telangana, Chhattisgarh vs Odisha
Group G (hosted in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh): Andaman & Nicobar, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry
December 17: Andaman & Nicobar vs Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh vs Pondicherry
December 19: Tamil Nadu vs Andhra Pradesh, Pondicherry vs Andaman & Nicobar
December 21: Andaman & Nicobar vs Andhra Pradesh, Pondicherry vs Tamil Nadu
Group H (hosted in Bengaluru, Karnataka): Goa, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Services
December 20: Goa vs Services, Karnataka vs Lakshadweep
December 22: Lakshadweep vs Goa, Services vs Karnataka
December 24: Lakshadweep vs Services, Goa vs Karnataka
Group I (hosted in Jaipur, Rajasthan): Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
December 17: Gujarat vs Maharashtra, DNH & DD vs Rajasthan
December 19: Maharashtra vs DNH & DD, Rajasthan vs Gujarat
December 21: DNH & DD vs Gujarat, Maharashtra vs Rajasthan
Point of View
It is essential to recognize the significance of hosting the Santosh Trophy in Assam. This event not only showcases regional talent but also fosters a spirit of unity and passion for football across the nation. Our commitment is to provide comprehensive coverage and insights, ensuring that every football fan stays informed and engaged with this exhilarating tournament.
NationPress
27/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 final round take place?
The final round of the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 is scheduled for January 2026.
How many teams will compete in the group stage?
A total of thirty-five teams will participate in the group stage.
Where will the Santosh Trophy final round be held?
The final round will be held in Dhakuakhana and Dhemaji, Assam.
What are the dates for the group stage matches?
The group stage matches will occur from December 15 to 26, 2025.
Which teams are the last season's champions and runners-up?
The last season's champions are West Bengal, and the runners-up are Kerala.
