North East Zone Inter-University Football (Men) Tournament 2025–26 Concludes at RGU
GUWAHATI, January 12, 2026: The North East Zone Inter-University Football
(Men) Tournament 2025–26, organised by The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) under the aegis of the
Association of Indian Universities (AIU), concluded successfully after a week of high-intensity matches
marked by grit, teamwork, and an unwavering passion for the game.
Held from January 5 to January 11, 2026, the prestigious tournament brought together football teams from
across the Northeast, transforming the RGU campus into a vibrant hub of competitive sporting action. The
tournament featured participation from 31 universities, with 613 players and around 60 coaches and managers
competing for top honours.
In the final standings, Mizoram University emerged as the champions, securing the 1st position, followed by
Dibrugarh University in 2nd place. Dhanamanjuri University claimed the 3rd position, while Nagaland
University finished 4th.
As the host institution, Royal Global University accommodated 24 universities on its campus, hosting nearly
481 players along with 49 coaches and managers. The seamless organisation and world-class facilities
showcased RGU’s robust infrastructure and its capability to successfully host national-level sporting
events.
From the first whistle to the final goal, the tournament stood as a celebration of sportsmanship, unity, and
excellence, reinforcing the spirit of inter-university collaboration and the growing stature of football in
the Northeast.
