Running from February 2026 through March 2026, the All India Civil Services (AICS) Tournament 2025-26 is one of the largest multi-sport events for government employees in India.
Spread across cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, Goa, Pune, and Himachal Pradesh, this tournament covers 14 sports in a single edition.
Organised by the Central Civil Services Cultural and Sports Board (CCSCSB) under the Department of Personnel and Training, it brings together thousands of civilian employees competing across team and individual sports.
From Cricket and Hockey in Delhi to Badminton in Goa, every sport has its own city and its own story. The full schedule below covers all 14 sports, their dates, and their venues across the 2025-26 tournament edition.
All India Civil Services Tournament – Full Schedule
Here is a complete look at all the sports events, their dates, and the cities where they are being held this edition.
| Sport / Event | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Badminton | 15 – 21 Feb 2026 | Goa |
| Kabaddi | 09 – 14 Feb 2026 | Chandigarh |
| Best Physique | 17 – 19 Feb 2026 | Delhi |
| Basketball | 17 – 23 Feb 2026 | Delhi |
| Chess | 17 – 26 Feb 2026 | Thyagraj Stadium, New Delhi |
| Carrom | 17 – 24 Feb 2026 | Thyagraj Sports Complex, New Delhi |
| Cricket | 17 – 28 Feb 2026 | Delhi |
| Hockey | 17 – 28 Feb 2026 | Delhi |
| Wrestling | 26 – 28 Feb 2026 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Weightlifting and Powerlifting | 05 – 10 Mar 2026 | Sector-42, Chandigarh |
| Yogasana | 17 – 21 Mar 2026 | Chandigarh |
| Kho-Kho | 19 – 23 Mar 2026 | Pune, Maharashtra |
| Volleyball | 20 – 25 Mar 2026 | New Delhi |
The schedule is spread across two months, with most events taking place in February 2026 and a few carrying into March 2026 across different host cities.
About the Tournament
The All India Civil Services Tournament is held every year under the AICS cycle and is organised by the Central Civil Services Cultural and Sports Board, which operates under the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).
The 2025-26 edition features events across 13 different sports spread over multiple states. It gives civilian government employees a platform to compete at the national level in their sport. The tournament is one of the most well-known inter-departmental sporting events in the country.
Eligibility – Who Can Participate
Not every government employee can take part in this tournament, and the eligibility rules are clearly defined.
Participation is open to regular civilian employees of the Central Government and State Secretariat employees. Uniformed personnel from the Defence forces, Police, and Paramilitary services are not eligible. Employees of autonomous bodies and contractual staff are also excluded.
State-level trials are conducted before the national events in some sports, for example, in Puducherry and Haryana, to select the best players for representation at the national tournament level.
Sport-by-Sport Highlights
The 2025-26 AICS Tournament covers a wide range of sports, giving employees from different backgrounds and skill sets a chance to compete.
Cricket and Hockey both run from 17th to 28th February 2026 in Delhi, making the capital city the busiest venue this edition.
Badminton heads to Goa from 15th to 21st February, while Kabaddi kicks off early in Chandigarh from 9th to 14th February.
Weightlifting and Powerlifting take over Sector-42 in Chandigarh from 5th to 10th March.
Volleyball closes out the tournament in New Delhi from 20th to 25th March 2026.
Venue Highlights
The 2025-26 AICS Tournament spreads its events across several well-known sporting venues in India.
Delhi hosts the most events this edition, including Chess at Thyagraj Stadium and Carrom at Thyagraj Sports Complex, both prominent venues for indoor sports. Chandigarh hosts three events: Kabaddi, Weightlifting, Powerlifting, and Yogasana.
Goa hosts Badminton, Pune hosts Kho-Kho, and Himachal Pradesh takes on Wrestling. This spread across different states ensures that employees from various regions can participate without always having to travel to Delhi.
Registration and Entry Process
Entries for all AICS Tournament events must be submitted through official channels before the stated deadlines.
For the Carrom tournament, entries closed on 10th February 2026. Each sport has its own entry deadline, and departments must ensure their teams register on time through the CCSCSB portal.
State-level selections are conducted before national events in several sports to choose the best representatives. For the most recent circulars, results, and registration details, participants can visit the official DoPT website at doptcirculars.nic.in, where all updates are regularly posted.
Key Matches and Events to Watch
A few events stand out in this edition of the AICS Tournament based on participation scale and competitive interest.
Cricket and Hockey, both running for 12 days in Delhi, are among the biggest team sport events and tend to draw the highest number of departmental teams. Badminton in Goa is another crowd favourite, as the sport has a strong following across government departments.
Volleyball in New Delhi closes out the tournament and has consistently attracted strong teams from across India. Weightlifting and Powerlifting in Chandigarh is one to watch for individual performance highlights.
How to Stay Updated
All official information about the AICS Tournament 2025-26 is available through the Department of Personnel and Training.
The CCSCSB regularly updates circulars, schedules, and results on the DoPT official website at doptcirculars.nic.in. Participants and teams should check this website regularly for any changes to dates, venues, or rules.
The JKS Sports Council website is also a useful resource for additional sport-specific information. Any updates related to individual event scheduling or venue changes will be published on these official platforms before the events begin.
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Conclusion – Government Games, National Pride, One Platform
The All India Civil Services Tournament 2025-26 is more than just a sporting event. It brings together government employees from across India to compete, connect, and represent their departments on a national stage.
With 13 sports across 7 cities, this edition is one of the most active yet. Whether on the cricket field in Delhi or the badminton court in Goa, every participant carries the spirit of healthy competition and departmental pride.
