Circular

Ref No: SHF/CR/R0/03042026  |  Date: 04 April 2026
Swimming Hub Foundation

Yashwantrao Chavan
Invitational Swimming Competition

4th All India National Level & 4th Maharashtra State Level
🏊 1 May – 3 May 2026 📍 Balewadi, Pune
Venue
Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex
Location
Mahalunge, Balewadi, Pune, MH
Registration
06 Apr – 26 Apr 2026
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Official Circular

Hello Swimmers, Coaches & Parents,

We are pleased to inform you that we are arranging YASHWANTRAO CHAVAN Invitational Swimming Competition – 4th ALL INDIA NATIONAL LEVEL and 4th MAHARASHTRA STATE LEVEL swimming competition, which will be held from 1 May – 3 May 2026 at Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Mahalunge, Balewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

Swimmers from all over INDIA can participate in this competition.

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Age Groups (Boys & Girls)

I
Group I — U17
Born in 2009, 2010, 2011
II
Group II — U14
Born in 2012, 2013
III
Group III — U12
Born in 2014, 2015
IV
Group IV — U10
Born in 2016, 2017
V
Group V — U8
Born in 2018, 2019
VI
Group VI — U6
Born in 2020 & after
âš ī¸ Note: Age will be calculated as on 1st January 2026.
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Events by Group (Boys & Girls)

I
Group I  U17
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50 · 100 · 200 · 400
Backstroke 50 · 100 · 200
Breaststroke 50 · 100 · 200
Butterfly 50 · 100 · 200
Ind. Medley 200 · 400
Max 7 Events
II
Group II  U14
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50 · 100 · 200 · 400
Backstroke 50 · 100 · 200
Breaststroke 50 · 100 · 200
Butterfly 50 · 100 · 200
Ind. Medley 200 · 400
Max 7 Events
III
Group III  U12
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50 · 100 · 200 · 400
Backstroke 50 · 100 · 200
Breaststroke 50 · 100 · 200
Butterfly 50 · 100 · 200
Ind. Medley 200
Max 7 Events
IV
Group IV  U10
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50 · 100
Backstroke 50 · 100
Breaststroke 50 · 100
Butterfly 50 · 100
Ind. Medley 200
Max 7 Events
V
Group V  U8
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50 · 100
Backstroke 50
Breaststroke 50
Butterfly 50
Ind. Medley 200
All Events
VI
Group VI  U6
Stroke Distances (m)
Freestyle 50
Freestyle Kick (Kickboard) 50 (own kickboard)
Backstroke 50
Breaststroke 50
All Events
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Heat List & Swimmer Timing

Swimmers are requested to give their actual timing while filling the online form. Coaches are requested to confirm the timing given by the swimmer.

âš ī¸ Important: If any false timings are given, the swimmer may be disqualified for all events and no refund will be given of any sort. The organizer will prepare the heat list as per their committee decision and it will be final.
đŸŽ¯ Touch Pad: Touch pads have been arranged for accurate results. In case of technical failure, results will be decided by technical officials. No refund will be given regarding the same.
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Registration & Fees

Register online at swimminghub.org. Ensure you have a good network connection while filling the form.

Entry Fee
₹450
Per-Event Fee
₹300/event
Protest Fee
₹2,000
📋 Online Entry Period: 06 APRIL 2026 to 26 APRIL 2026 (Night 12:00)
â„šī¸ Documents Required: (1) Aadhar card is compulsory for online registration. (2) Upload a clear photo of Aadhar card and swimmer's photo.
❗ Name Spelling: Please check your NAME spelling carefully while filling the registration form. The same name will be printed on the swimmer's identity card and certificate. No corrections will be made later.
đŸšĢ No Refund Policy: No refund will be done once payment is accepted. If false documents are submitted, the swimmer will not be allowed to participate and will be disqualified with no refund of any sort.
💡 Payment Note: Once payment is done online, please wait at least one minute for the process to complete and for you to be redirected to the Swimming Hub official portal.
📞 Registration Help: For any issue or clarification regarding online registration, please call Mr. Amit Patil: +91 97 6261 7788 (Evening 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM)
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Winners & Awards

Winner will be decided on a time trial basis. Winners will be announced in two categories:

Category 1
National Level
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3 Winners Awarded

Category 2
Maharashtra State Level
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3 Winners Awarded


Medal & Certificate:

  • E-Participation Certificate (Online) will be issued to all participated swimmers.
  • Medal & Merit Certificate for first three winners – National & Maharashtra State Level.
  • Cash Prize & Trophy for Championships & Head Coach.

Championship Categories: Individual Championship (National & Maharashtra Level) | Group / Club Championship (National & Maharashtra Level). Head Coach of the Overall Champion Club will be awarded.

📅 Championship amounts and other details will be uploaded on 30 April 2026.
â„šī¸ In an event if there are less than 3 participants, no medal or merit certificate will be given. Only E-Participation Certificate will be issued.
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Reporting Dates & Schedule

01 May 2026 — Reporting Day
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM Report & collect Swimmer ID at venue
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Warm-up session
02 & 03 May 2026 — Competition Days
7:45 AM – 9:00 AM ID collection (if not collected on Day 1)
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM Warm-up session
~2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Lunch break (tentative)
đŸĒĒ ID Card: Please carry original ID proof (Birth Certificate / Aadhar Card / SFI Registration Card – any one) for verification. Swimming Hub ID Card must be carried daily and presented at line-up and whenever asked. Without the ID card, the swimmer will not be allowed to participate. Keep an extra hard copy and also save the ID in your mobile.
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Order of Events

DAY I — 2nd May 2026
 
No. Event Group
1 400 Free Style Boys Gr I
2 400 Free Style Boys Gr II
3 400 Free Style Boys Gr III
4 100 Back Stroke Girls Gr I
5 100 Back Stroke Boys Gr I
6 100 Back Stroke Girls Gr II
7 100 Back Stroke Boys Gr II
8 100 Back Stroke Girls Gr III
9 100 Back Stroke Boys Gr III
10 100 Back Stroke Girls Gr IV
11 100 Back Stroke Boys Gr IV
12 200 Butterfly Girls Gr I
13 200 Butterfly Boys Gr I
14 200 Butterfly Girls Gr II
15 200 Butterfly Boys Gr II
16 200 Butterfly Girls Gr III
17 200 Butterfly Boys Gr III
18 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr VI
19 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr VI
20 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr V
21 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr V
22 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr IV
23 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr IV
24 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr III
25 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr III
26 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr II
27 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr II
28 50 Breast Stroke Girls Gr I
29 50 Breast Stroke Boys Gr I
30 400 IM Girls Gr II
31 400 IM Girls Gr I
32 100 Free Style Girls Gr V
33 100 Free Style Boys Gr V
34 100 Free Style Girls Gr IV
35 100 Free Style Boys Gr IV
36 100 Free Style Girls Gr III
37 100 Free Style Boys Gr III
38 100 Free Style Girls Gr II
39 100 Free Style Boys Gr II
40 100 Free Style Girls Gr I
41 100 Free Style Boys Gr I
42 200 IM Girls Gr V
43 200 IM Boys Gr V
44 200 IM Girls Gr IV
45 200 IM Boys Gr IV
46 200 IM Girls Gr III
47 200 IM Boys Gr III
48 200 IM Girls Gr II
49 200 IM Boys Gr II
50 200 IM Girls Gr I
51 200 IM Boys Gr I
52 50 Kickboard Girls Gr VI
53 50 Kickboard Boys Gr VI
54 50 Butterfly Girls Gr V
55 50 Butterfly Boys Gr V
56 50 Butterfly Girls Gr IV
57 50 Butterfly Boys Gr IV
58 50 Butterfly Girls Gr III
59 50 Butterfly Boys Gr III
60 50 Butterfly Girls Gr II
61 50 Butterfly Boys Gr II
62 50 Butterfly Girls Gr I
63 50 Butterfly Boys Gr I
 
DAY II — 3rd May 2026
 
No. Event Group
1 400 Free Style Girls Gr I
2 400 Free Style Girls Gr II
3 400 Free Style Girls Gr III
4 100 Breast Stroke Boys Gr I
5 100 Breast Stroke Girls Gr I
6 100 Breast Stroke Boys Gr II
7 100 Breast Stroke Girls Gr II
8 100 Breast Stroke Boys Gr III
9 100 Breast Stroke Girls Gr III
10 100 Breast Stroke Boys Gr IV
11 100 Breast Stroke Girls Gr IV
12 200 Free Style Boys Gr I
13 200 Free Style Girls Gr I
14 200 Free Style Boys Gr II
15 200 Free Style Girls Gr II
16 200 Free Style Boys Gr III
17 200 Free Style Girls Gr III
18 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr I
19 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr I
20 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr II
21 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr II
22 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr III
23 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr III
24 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr IV
25 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr IV
26 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr V
27 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr V
28 50 Back Stroke Boys Gr VI
29 50 Back Stroke Girls Gr VI
30 400 IM Boys Gr II
31 400 IM Boys Gr I
32 200 Breast Stroke Boys Gr I
33 200 Breast Stroke Girls Gr I
34 200 Breast Stroke Boys Gr II
35 200 Breast Stroke Girls Gr II
36 200 Breast Stroke Boys Gr III
37 200 Breast Stroke Girls Gr III
38 100 Butterfly Boys Gr I
39 100 Butterfly Girls Gr I
40 100 Butterfly Boys Gr II
41 100 Butterfly Girls Gr II
42 100 Butterfly Boys Gr III
43 100 Butterfly Girls Gr III
44 100 Butterfly Boys Gr IV
45 100 Butterfly Girls Gr IV
46 200 Back Stroke Boys Gr I
47 200 Back Stroke Girls Gr I
48 200 Back Stroke Boys Gr II
49 200 Back Stroke Girls Gr II
50 200 Back Stroke Boys Gr III
51 200 Back Stroke Girls Gr III
52 50 Free Style Girls Gr VI
53 50 Free Style Boys Gr VI
54 50 Free Style Girls Gr V
55 50 Free Style Boys Gr V
56 50 Free Style Girls Gr IV
57 50 Free Style Boys Gr IV
58 50 Free Style Girls Gr III
59 50 Free Style Boys Gr III
60 50 Free Style Girls Gr II
61 50 Free Style Boys Gr II
62 50 Free Style Girls Gr I
63 50 Free Style Boys Gr I
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Winner Ranking Explanation

After all heats are over, the final list will be declared. National Level and Maharashtra State rankings are determined as shown in the four example cases below:

Case 1 All Top 3 from Maharashtra

Final Heat List

1
Maharashtra
2
Maharashtra
3
Maharashtra
4
Karnataka
5
Goa
6
Tamil Nadu

National Ranking

1
Maharashtra
2
Maharashtra
3
Maharashtra

State Ranking

1
MH (Heat #1)
2
MH (Heat #2)
3
MH (Heat #3)
Case 2 2 MH in Top 3, 1 outside

Final Heat List

1
Maharashtra
2
Maharashtra
3
Karnataka
4
Goa
5
Telangana
6
Maharashtra

National Ranking

1
Maharashtra
2
Maharashtra
3
Karnataka

State Ranking

1
MH (Heat #1)
2
MH (Heat #2)
3
MH (Heat #6)
Case 3 Only 1 MH in Top 3

Final Heat List

1
Maharashtra
2
Tamil Nadu
3
Goa
4
Karnataka
7
Maharashtra
13
Maharashtra

National Ranking

1
Maharashtra
2
Tamil Nadu
3
Goa

State Ranking

1
MH (Heat #1)
2
MH (Heat #7)
3
MH (Heat #13)
Case 4 No MH in Top 3

Final Heat List

1
Karnataka
2
Telangana
3
Goa
5
Maharashtra
10
Maharashtra
13
Maharashtra

National Ranking

1
Karnataka
2
Telangana
3
Goa

State Ranking

1
MH (Heat #5)
2
MH (Heat #10)
3
MH (Heat #13)
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Important Notes

Aadhar card is compulsory for online registration.
Once online details are filled and submitted, alteration or correction of Group / Event cannot be done.
Swimmers / Parents are requested to keep their mobile and valuables safely with them. Organisers are not responsible for any loss.
Accommodation & Travel: The swimmer must arrange accommodation and travel on their own. A list of nearby hotels will be shared soon.
Heat list and other details will be updated on the website and WhatsApp group.
The organizer reserves the right to postpone the competition. Under no circumstances shall the organizer be liable for any losses or damages arising from postponement, cancellation, venue change, or events beyond the organizer's control (pandemic, war, fire, national emergencies, etc.).
By proceeding with the payment process, you confirm that you have read, accepted, and agreed to all the above terms and conditions. Subject to Kolhapur Jurisdiction.
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Contact Us

Umesh Kodolikar
98226 73920
Abhijeet Kapadekar
93736 59495
Nilesh Jadhav
89756 26363
Kiran Bhosale
98903 47046
Registration Help
97 6261 7788
Mr. Amit Patil · 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Swimming Hub Foundation  |  swimminghub.org  |  Ref: SHF/CR/R0/03042026  |  04 April 2026