The Archery Association of Tamil Nadu (TAAT)

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TAAT

THE ARCHERY ASSOCIATION OF TAMIL NADU

"The official state body of Tamil Nadu Archery!"

Only State Archery body recognized by and affiliated to:

Tamil Nadu Olympic Association (TNOA) and Archery Association of India (AAI)
(TNOA is the only body recognized by Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and
AAI is the only body recognized by World Archery (WA))






19TH TAMILNADU STATE JUNIOR ARCHERY CHAMPIONSHIP

Date: 12th and 13th September, 2026
Venue: Erode Arts and Science College Playground, Rangampalayam, Erode - 638009.

Organized by The Archery Association of Tamilnadu (TAAT) which is affiliated to Tamilnadu State Olympic Association (TNOA), Sports Development Authority of Tamilnadu (SDAT), and Archery Association of India (AAI).


***IMPORTANT NOTICE***

DATE for ENTRY DEADLINE

Deadline for submitting entries:
sharp by 5pm on 31st August, 2026.

***No entry will be accepted after the deadline.***


Official Tournament

This is the only official annual State Archery Championship conducted by the recognised state unit of Archery and medals and certificates won in this event only will be recognised by state and central govt for any credit in educational quota or employment quota under the sports category. Tamilnadu state govt recognises only this competition in Archery for the sports quota for employment.

ANY ARCHER CAN PARTICIPATE!

1. Any registered archer from any part of Tamilnadu can participate in this State Championship.

2. The Archer must have registered in TAAT by paying the annual membership subscription for the year 2026 ( valid till December 31st 2026 )

3. All entries close exactly at 5pm on 31st August, 2026.

4. No entry will be accepted after the deadline.


Entry Fee: Rs 1,200/- per category.

* Entry Fees should be paid through Online Transfer or Direct Deposit (HDFC in your nearest locality) in the Bank to the following Account.

Bank: HDFC BANK
Account Name: THE ARCHERY ASSOCIATION OF TAMILNADU
Account Number: 50200000229097
RTGS/NEFT/IFSC Code: HDFC0000010
Bank Branch: MG Road, Besant Nagar, Chennai - 600090.

FOR ONLINE TRANSFER OR IMPS OR NEFT OR RTGS: Please mention Archer's ID, Full Name, "Event Fees" in the Remarks/Comments, so then we can cross-check and confirm the registration.

NOTE: After the transfer or deposit in the bank account, you will have to attach the reference or receipt (challan) copy in the "Events" section in the TAAT Portal (link to login is provided at the end of this page).


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PLEASE GO THROUGH THE DETAILS MENTIONED HERE BELOW AND THEN REGISTER FOR THE STATE MEET. LINK IS PROVDED AT THE END OF THIS PAGE.

* The various categories under which the competitions will be conducted are as follows:

1. AGE CUT OFF

- Junior - born on or after 1st January, 2006

2. AAI CATEGORIES

  • NOTE:
    - Participation certificates will be given only to Archers scoring the minimum percentage prescribed by TAAT.
    - For Distance - only medals will be awarded to the top 3 archers in each category.

    Age Category
    Bow Type
    Distance
    Timing
    Target Face
    Junior
    Compound
    50mts x2 sets
    6 arrows in 180secs (3mins) x 6+6 = 12 ends
    80cm 6 rings face
    Recurve
    70mts x2 sets
    6 arrows in 180secs (3mins) x 6+6 = 12 ends
    122cm face
    Indian Round
    30mts x2 sets
    6 arrows in 180secs (3mins) x 6+6 = 12 ends
    80cm 6 rings face

4. Location of the State Meet: View in Map

Erode Arts and Science College - Erode

5. Dress Regulations:

- Compliant according to the World Archery Rules for athletes and coaches:
     - No hunting-type camouflage is permitted on the field of play. This includes bows, arrows, quivers, clothing, hats and shoes.
     - No jeans, blue denim or opened-toe shoes are allowed on the field of play.

6. Uniform: You may wear the regular official state Blue T-shirt and Black track with blue stripe print.

* Fees paid are non refundable under any circumstance.

* Archers cannot participate in multiple age groups if the competition is happening at the same time.

* Archers who are participating in the U-10, U-13, U-15, Sub Junior and Junior categories should upload their Photo ID, Age and Address proof documents and Senior Archers should upload Photo ID and Address proof documents in the Profile section of the TAAT Archers Portal.

* YOU MUST MAKE YOUR OWN ARRANGEMENTS FOR TRAVEL, FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION.

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For State Meet Entries:

Archers Portal Login (Please check the video English Version or Tamil Version on how to use the Portal)

* Rights of Admission Reserved.

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Please contact Mr. Dinesh (WhatsApp Message ONLY: 9150627135) for further clarifications.

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NOTE: Please follow TAAT website www.tamilnaduarchery.com for further updates on the schedule and other important details.



Tamil Nadu Olympic Association (TNOA)
click logo for TNOA website

Archery Association of India (AAI)
click logo for AAI website

Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
click logo for IOA website

World Archery (WA)
click logo for WA website


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