ORGANISED BY: Indian Rugby Football Union (IRFU / Rugby India) with support from the Government of Bihar, and the Bihar Rugby Football Association.

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*     State Sports Complex, Rajgir is the venue.
*     Teams from 27 states and union territories will compete in the women category, while the men category will feature 26 teams.
*     The women category will take place on 16-17 April, with defending champions
*     Bihar returning after their impressive triumph in 2025, when they defeated Odisha in the final to claim their second national title.
*     Odisha, last-year runners-up and one of the strongest teams in Indian women rugby, will be eager to reclaim the crown, while bronze medallists Maharashtra will also be among the teams aiming for a strong campaign.
*     The men category will follow on 20-21 April.
*     Defending champions West Bengal return after winning their maiden national title in 2025, edging Haryana in a thrilling final.
*     Bbronze medallists Bihar will be determined to make the most of home advantage.