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About ScoreCard

 

ScoreCard is a CII Annual Flagship conference on Sports for growth and development of the sports sector. Like other CII flagship events, this is positioned to bring industry stakeholders together to deliberate upon the most suitable directions and actions for boosting sports in India. This conference on Sports brings together both National as well as Global leaders from the World of Sports to deliberate on policy making as well as various key issues of the sector to transform India into a Sporting powerhouse.

CII’s flagship sports conference, SCORECARD 2026, will take place on 10 and 11 December at the Jio Institute Campus, Navi Mumbai, under the theme “Future of Sports: Intelligence, Inclusion & Impact”.

India’s sports ecosystem is undergoing an unprecedented period of growth and transformation. Driven by increased public investment, professional sports leagues, private-sector participation, and advances in sports science, sport is recognized as a strategic lever for national development, inclusion, economic growth and driving social change.

The 11th edition of CII Scorecard will bring together leaders from industry, government, academia and the sporting ecosystem to explore the future of sports.

Call for Abstracts

 

Abstracts are invited across five broad tracks, in the areas below.

Athlete Career Transitions

Track 1: Athlete Career Transitions, Post-Career Pathways & Future Opportunities

  • Career planning, education, dual-career development, and transition preparedness
  • Financial literacy, retirement planning and long-term athlete welfare
  • Career opportunities in coaching, sports administration, sports science and talent development
  • Athlete entrepreneurship, sports startups and self-employment
  • Institutional support systems, mentorship and industry partnerships
  • Athlete mental well-being, identity and adjustment to life after competitive sport

Women in Sports

Track 2: Women in Sports: Participation, Inclusion & Empowerment

  • Grassroots participation and access to sports for girls and women
  • Talent identification and pathways to elite and professional sports
  • Gender equality in sports infrastructure, coaching and funding
  • Safety, safeguarding and prevention of harassment and discrimination
  • Women's leadership in sports administration, coaching and governance
  • Commercialisation, sponsorship and investment in women's sports
  • Media representation, visibility and audience development

Sports Policy Governance and Infrastructure

Track 3: Sports Policy, Governance & Infrastructure

  • Sports governance reforms, transparency and accountability
  • Ethical practices, institutional integrity and regulatory compliance
  • Governance and administrative capacity of national, state, and district sports bodies
  • Sports infrastructure planning, development and effective utilisation
  • Public-private partnerships and investment in sporting infrastructure
  • Policy implementation and institutional coordination
  • Sustainable infrastructure management and long-term development

Sports Business Media and Fan Engagement

Track 4: Sports Business, Media & Fan Engagement

  • Growth and commercialisation of India's sports industry
  • Fan behavior, loyalty, and community building
  • Sports sponsorship, brand partnerships and return on investment
  • Broadcasting, streaming platforms and changing media consumption
  • Digital engagement, social media and emerging fan experiences
  • Revenue generation through ticketing, merchandising and subscriptions
  • Development of professional leagues and emerging sports markets
  • Sports entrepreneurship, investment and new business models

Mega Sporting Events in India

Track 5: Mega Sporting Events in India: Commonwealth Games, Olympics & Beyond

  • India's readiness to host major international sporting events
  • Sports infrastructure, event planning and operational preparedness
  • Governance frameworks, institutional coordination and stakeholder collaboration
  • Athlete development, high-performance pathways and global competitiveness
  • Economic impact, sports tourism, investment and employment generation
  • Sustainability, inclusivity and long-term utilisation of sports infrastructure
  • Community engagement and the social legacy of mega sporting events
  • The Commonwealth Games 2030 as a pathway towards India's Olympic Vision 2036

Submission Guidelines

 
  • Submit an abstract of no more than 700 words, including the title of the submission, abstract, 3–5 keywords, and the relevant conference track.
  • Submissions must be in English and follow APA 7th Edition formatting and referencing guidelines, where applicable.
  • All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process.

Important Dates

 
Abstract Submission Opens 30 September 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline 31 October 2026
Notification of Acceptance 12 November 2026
Early-Bird Registration 12 November – 1 December 2026
Final Paper / Extended Abstract Submission (Optional) 7 December 2026
Standard Registration Closes 7 December 2026
On-site Registration 10 December 2026
Conference 10–11 December 2026

Why Submit?

 

Selected contributors will have the opportunity to:

  • Present their research or professional work at SCORECARD 2026.
  • Compete for Research Paper Awards: Best Paper Awards (Academic & Practitioner) and Best Student Paper Award.
  • Receive Certificates of Presentation and Participation from CII & Jio Institute.

Previous Conference

 

Indian Sport Management Conference

In 2025, Jio Institute, in collaboration with the Indian Sport Management Association (INSMA), hosted the Indian Sport Management Conference, bringing together over 250 delegates from academia, industry, government, and the sporting community to discuss the future of India's sports ecosystem.

Centred on the theme ‘Olympic Vision 2036: Converging India's Aspirations, Capabilities, and Competencies for a Global Sporting Stage’, the conference explored grassroots development, high-performance sports, technology, sports science, and policy frameworks to strengthen India's global sporting ambitions.

The event featured keynote addresses, panel discussions, fireside chats, and over 25 research paper presentations. Speakers included Ms. Vita Dani, Colonel N.S. Johal, Shri Narendra Modi, Dr. Adille Sumariwalla, Mr. Divyanshu Singh, and Mr. Prasanth Shanthakumaran, among other distinguished sports leaders and experts.

The conference provided a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration, advancing dialogue on India's sporting ambitions and its Olympic Vision 2036.

Indian Sport Management Conference 2025 at Jio Institute

CII SCORECARD 2026 · Jio Institute Campus, Navi Mumbai