The Club Licensing Committee – First Instance Body (CLC-FIB) of the All India Football Federation met on Sunday, May 17 to take its decisions on the ICLS Premier 1 Club Licensing for the 2026-27 season.
The following are the results:
License granted with sanctions: NorthEast United FC, East Bengal FC, Jamshedpur FC, Mumbai City FC, Bengaluru FC, FC Goa and Punjab FC.
License rejected: Sporting Club Delhi, Odisha FC, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Chennaiyin FC, Kerala Blasters FC, Mohammedan Sporting Club, and Inter Kashi.
What can clubs do if their licenses are rejected?
The clubs whose applications have been rejected have the right to either appeal the decision or request an exemption to participate in the national club competition, as per applicable licensing regulations.
The Indian Club Licensing System is pivotal in maintaining the quality, professionalism, and infrastructure of football clubs in India.
It is an annual process wherein clubs acquire the necessary license to partake in AFC and National club competitions for each season. These licenses are categorised into ‘Premier 1’ for Indian Super League clubs and ‘Premier 2’ for Indian Football League clubs.
Published on May 20, 2026
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