SEASON 03 / THE PLAYER'S GUIDE

FOUR WEEKS.
EVERY ROUND
MATTERS.

Your level is the starting point.
Your results decide the climb.

November 2026 · Bengaluru
After the success of Seasons 1 & 2.

Find your answer ↓
THE LADDER / NOT A FIXED DRAW↗
A
Earn your position.Results shape the next round.
B
Find your challenge.Competitive groups at your level.
C
Build your momentum.New combinations. More match play.
D
Start your climb.DUPR + level set the initial groups.

One matchday a week. Four chances to climb.

₹500League signup
4 weeks1 matchday per week*
A → DInitial ladder groups
DUPRRated league matches

* Matchday fees apply separately.

North, East, South, West and Central are broad planning areas. Organisers reserve the right to select venues and provide alternatives based on operational needs. Each venue needs at least 10 signups.

YOUR ROAD THROUGH THE SEASON

Sign up. Show up. Move up.

One connected season, organised around the people in your group.

  1. 01 / JOIN

    Choose your area.

    League signup is ₹500 per player. Matchday fees are separate. Share your DUPR, preferred location, usual venue and weekly availability.

  2. 02 / GET GROUPED

    Find your level.

    Initial groups A, B, C and D are based on DUPR and playing level. The plan is around 16–20 entrants, with final group sizes confirmed after entries close.

  3. 03 / PLAY & CLIMB

    One matchday per week.

    Complete your group’s round on a weekly matchday, scheduled within its Monday–Sunday week. A matchday can include several matches. Results decide movement before the next round.

  4. 04 / THE FINISH

    Semifinals. Finals.

    After four league rounds, qualifiers move into semifinals and finals. Final A/B group sizes and qualification rules will be announced before play.

MOVEMENT / A SIX-PLAYER EXAMPLE

A result changes
your next challenge.

In a six-player group, the example is two moving up, two staying and two moving down. Groups of four or five need different movement numbers.

Exact movement, top/bottom group boundaries and final group sizes will be confirmed after entries close. This is an explanation of the format, not an announced draw.

2 move upPromotion positions
2 stayKeep their group level
2 move downRelegation positions

LESS GUESSWORK. MORE GAME.

The questions that matter.

Joining & payments

What does the ₹500 signup cover?

₹500 is the league signup fee only. It does not cover all playing costs for the season. Matchday fees, including court charges, are payable separately for each matchday; the organisers will confirm the amount before the booking.

Who can join? Do I need a fixed partner?

Season 3 is intended for players with DUPR below 3.6. You register as an individual, not as a fixed doubles pair. The ladder uses group play and rotating partner combinations. Your DUPR and playing level help organisers form the initial groups.

Can I sign up without a DUPR ID or rating?

Yes. The signup allows you to leave them blank. Tell the organisers so they can assess your level and help with the DUPR details needed to record rated league matches.

How do I pay and send proof?

Pay the signup amount to the UPI ID shown on the payment step. Open your installed UPI app, copy the ID or scan the QR, then return and upload a PNG, JPEG or WebP screenshot up to 5 MB. Check the recipient in your payment app before paying. Never share your UPI PIN.

Does submitting the form confirm my place or payment?

No. You receive a registration reference; the organisers review your details and payment screenshot manually and confirm your place separately. The form does not automatically verify a payment.

The ladder & playoffs

How are groups A, B, C and D formed?

The initial groups are based on DUPR and playing level. The current plan is around 16–20 entrants divided into four groups. Actual group sizes depend on confirmed entries; do not assume every group has six players.

How do promotion and relegation work?

Results from a round decide movement for the next round. In a six-player group, the example is two up, two staying and two down. Exact movement counts for smaller groups and boundary rules for the highest and lowest groups will be confirmed once entries close.

How many weeks and matchdays are there?

There are four league matchdays across four weeks: one matchday per week, followed by the playoffs. A matchday is your group’s round and can include several matches, not just one game. Each round is scheduled within its Monday–Sunday week at a time agreed with the group. Matchday fees apply separately.

What happens after the fourth league round?

Qualifiers progress to semifinals and then finals. The final A/B group sizes, qualifying places, seeding and exact playoff schedule will be announced before play.

Are all league matches DUPR-rated?

Yes. Season 3 league matches are DUPR-rated. Give the organisers your correct DUPR details so results can be recorded against the right player. Submitting the registration form itself does not update a DUPR rating.

Locations & weekly availability

Which Bengaluru locations can I choose?

The signup shows the current configurable list, grouped into broad North, East, South, West and Central Bengaluru planning regions. Search for your area or choose “Other Bengaluru area / flexible”. The list can change as organisers coordinate with players and venues.

What if my preferred venue has fewer than 10 signups?

Each venue needs at least 10 signups. Organisers reserve the right to select venues and provide alternatives based on operational needs. Selecting an area or suggesting a venue does not guarantee a booking there.

Can we play at my usual venue?

Tell us its name and area in “Where do you usually play?”. We’ll explore it when coordinating the group. A suggestion is not a confirmed booking: venue availability, the group’s travel preferences and organiser agreement still matter.

How is my group’s weekly slot decided?

Select all the times you can make. Organisers coordinate a common slot when the players in your group are available, within that Monday–Sunday week. Selecting a slot does not book a court or guarantee that exact time.

Which time slots are available?

Monday–Friday evenings offer 6–8 pm or 7–9 pm. Saturday and Sunday also offer 7–9 am or 8–10 am, plus the same evening options. All times are Indian Standard Time.

What if I cannot play during a week?

Inform the organisers as early as possible. They can arrange a wildcard player for the round. Wildcards are organiser-managed; their eligibility, effect on standings and any replacement conditions will be confirmed before play. Do not assume an automatic carry-forward, bye or refund.

Can I change my location or availability after signing up?

Contact the organisers with your registration reference and updated preferences. Do not pay again or submit a duplicate registration just to request a change. Final scheduling and venue confirmation are coordinated separately.

YOU KNOW THE FORMAT. NOW FIND YOUR PLACE.

Your next chapter starts here.

Choose your area. Share your week. Join the climb.

Register for Season 3 ↗