26-30 March BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus

EVENTS

FOOTBALL TENNIS VOLLEYBALL SQUASH

BADMINTON CHESS CARROM CRICKET

BASKETBALL SNOOKER ATHLETICS TABLE TENNIS

POWERLIFTING KABADDI
 GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
Players must not exceed the age of 25 years, with the
exception of BITS alumni teams.
The exchange or interchange of players between teams is
strictly prohibited.
Each team is required to present a college photo ID, a
government-issued photo ID (such as a PAN card or Aadhar
card), and a bonafide certificate from the college for every
player on the team.
Violations of the aforementioned rules may result in serious
consequences, and the decision of the organizing committee
will be considered final.
In the event of any disputes or ties during the sporting
events, the decisions made by the referees and the
organizing committee will be deemed final.
 RULES AND
REGULATIONS
Rules for Drugs /Alcohol
Drinking and smoking or possession of alcohol or any other
prohibited substance is not permitted inside the campus.
Please refrain from bringing liquor or any other prohibited
substance to the hostels.
If a doctor has prescribed any medication, then carry a copy of
the prescription when taking medicines.
Severe disciplinary action will be taken, and fines will be
imposed against offenders and students who violate the
above-mentioned rules or cause any damage to the college
property.
DECISION-MAKING
COMMITTEE
A designated committee has been established to investigate any
instances of malpractice both on and off the field.
Any team encountering issues related to malpractice, such as
age limit violations or unsatisfactory decisions regarding
sporting events, must report these concerns to the Decision-
Making Committee.
Teams may submit objections within 30 minutes before or after
the commencement of the match.
Only team representatives or captains are authorized to file
objections.
 COMPLAINT
PROCEDURE
Step 1: A deposit of Rs. 800 must be paid to obtain the form and
register a complaint.
Step 2: A form will be provided to the team submitting a
complaint or raising a concern. The form should be completed by
the team representative and submitted to the committee. Both
the team representative and the committee should retain a copy
of the form.
Step 3: The committee will review the matter and take
appropriate action. If the complaint is deemed valid, the
committee will implement strict measures against the concerned
team, and the deposit will be refunded. Conversely, if the
complaint lacks merit, the deposit will be retained by the
committee.
 FOOTBALL
GENERAL RULES
The game will be conducted according to the standard rules
established by FIFA. Each team is required to arrive at least 20
minutes prior to the scheduled kickoff.
A walkover will be awarded to a team if their opponents fail to
arrive within 15 minutes of the designated start time.
If all teams in a pool accumulate the same number of points, the
rankings will be determined by goal difference. Should ties
persist, the following criteria will be applied in order of priority:
Goals Scored, Fewer Goals Conceded, Greater Number of Points in
Head-to-Head Matches, and Number of Red and Yellow Cards.
The penalty points system for cards is as follows: -1 point for a
yellow card, -3 points for an indirect red card, and -4 points for a
direct red card. If penalty points from cards are equal, a playoff
match will be conducted.
In the event of a draw in the semifinals or finals, the winner will
be determined by a penalty shootout, with no extra time played.
Each team is permitted a maximum of five substitutions per
match. A player receiving a red card or accumulating two yellow
cards in a match will be suspended for both the current and the
subsequent match.
 FOOTBALL
GENERAL RULES
A player who picks up yellow cards in two different matches
will be automatically suspended for the next match.
Yellow cards are wiped clean before the semi-final. A player
can only be suspended for the final if they are sent off in the
semi-final.

The distribution of points during the group stage will be as follows:

Win: 3 points
Draw: 1 point
Loss: 0 points

**RULES & SCHEDULE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN THE

SPIRIT OF THE GAME & FESTIVAL AND THE FINAL
DECISION RESTS WITH THE SPREE ORGANIZING TEAM**
 FOOTBALL
MENS
Group Stage - 50 minutes game (25 minutes half)
Quarter Finals (if required) – 60 min game(30 minutes half)
Semi-Finals & Finals – 90 minutes game (45 minutes half)
The top team from each pool will qualify.
Maximum number of players allowed per team is 18. A minimum
of 13 should register to participate.
There should be a minimum of 7 players to start the match, or for
the match to continue. (if a team gets more than 4 red cards
during a match, the opposing team will be declared as the
winner)
 FOOTBALL
WOMENS
7 v 7 game
Rolling Substitutions are allowed.
40 minutes game (20 minutes half)
The top team from each pool will qualify.
Maximum number of players allowed per team is 12. A minimum
of 7 should register to participate.
There should be a minimum of 5 players to start the match, or for
the match to continue. (If a team gets more than 2 red cards
during a match, the opposing team will be declared winner).
No player should wear anything on his/her hand and nails have to
be trimmed, so that players are not injured during the game.
 CRICKET
GENERAL RULES
All game rules will adhere to the latest ICC T20 regulations.
Teams are required to arrive at the venue 15 minutes prior to the
scheduled start time.
Any interchange of players between the two teams will incur
serious consequences; in such cases, the organizing team's
decision will be final.
Walkovers will be awarded to a team if the opposing team fails
to arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time.
Each team must provide their own kits and is responsible for
their maintenance.
Only the captain of the bowling team and the batsmen of the
batting team are permitted to discuss any disputes or
discrepancies with the umpires during the match.
A required over rate of one over every four minutes must be
maintained. A slow over rate will result in the fielding team
having only four players outside the 30-yard circle for the
remaining overs instead of five.
The age limit for participants is set at 25 years.
Neon bibs are mandatory for players on the bench.
 CRICKET
FORMAT
The tournament will follow a group stage format, awarding 2 points
for a win and 0 points for a loss.
The top teams from each group will advance to the next round.
In the event of tied points within a group, the team with the higher
Net Run Rate (NRR) will progress.
Group stage matches will consist of 15 overs each.
Semi-finals will also comprise 15 overs.
The final match will be played over 20 overs.
Powerplay overs will be structured as follows: 5 overs for all
matches leading up to the finals, and 6 overs specifically for the
final.
In the event of heavy rain, the decisions made by the umpires will be
deemed final.
If a match ends in a tie between two teams, the outcome will be
determined by a super over.
A white ball will be utilized for all matches.
The number of overs may be adjusted based on the total number of
participating teams.
A maximum of 16 players is permitted per team, with a minimum
requirement of 13 players.
Note: The tournament format is subject to change based on the
number of teams that register. In the case of any disputes, the final
decision will rest with the organizing committee.
 BASKETBALL
GENERAL RULES
The game will adhere to the standard rules established by FIBA.
Any interchange of players between the two teams will result in
serious consequences, and in such cases, the decision of the
organizing team will be deemed final.
Teams are required to report to the basketball court 15 minutes
prior to the scheduled start time.
A walkover will be awarded to a team if their opponents fail to
arrive at the court within 15 minutes of the scheduled time.
Each team is permitted a maximum of 12 players.
Teams are allowed two timeouts in the first half, three in the
second half, and one during each overtime period.
Unused timeouts may not be carried over to the next half or
overtime. Each timeout lasts for 60 seconds.
All players on a team must wear jerseys of the same color, each
featuring printed numbers. It is advisable to have an alternate
jersey of a different color available in case the opposing team
has a similar color.
The use of abusive language during play may result in technical
fouls or expulsion, depending on the judgment of the referee and
the organizing team.
 BASKETBALL
GENERAL RULES
Players are prohibited from wearing any accessories on their
hands or necks, including wristwatches, necklaces, rings,
"Kadas," bracelets, etc. Additionally, all nails must be trimmed to
prevent injuries during the game.
The age limit for participants is set at 25 years.

The decisions made by the organizing committee

shall be considered final in all respects.
 BASKETBALL
FORMAT
The time format will utilize a stop-and-go method; the timer will
pause when the ball goes out of play.
For boys' matches, there will be four quarters, each lasting 10
minutes (unless otherwise specified). In the event of a draw,
a 5-minute overtime period will be played.
For girls' matches, there will also be four quarters, with each
quarter lasting 7 minutes (unless otherwise specified). If the
match results in a tie, a 4-minute overtime period will be played.
 VOLLEYBALL
GENERAL RULES
The regulations established by FIVB in 2013 will be applicable.
Interchanging players between the two teams will result in
serious consequences, and the decision of the organizing
committee will be final in such cases.
Teams are required to report to the volleyball court 15 minutes
prior to the scheduled start time; failure to do so may result in a
victory being awarded to the opposing team.
All players on a team must wear jerseys of the same color, each
displaying printed numbers. It is advisable to have an alternate
jersey of a different color available in the event that the opposing
team wears the same color.
The libero must wear a jersey that contrasts with their team's
colors.
The use of abusive language during play may result in technical
fouls or expulsion, depending on the judgment of the referee and
the organizing committee.
The age limit for participants is set at 25 years.
 VOLLEYBALL
FORMAT
Matches will consist of three sets, with each set totaling 25
points, except for the final set, which will be played to 15 points
unless otherwise specified.
Both the semi-finals and finals will adopt a best-of-five format,
featuring sets of 25 points, with the final set also played to 15
points unless otherwise indicated.
Teams may have a maximum of 12 players and a minimum of 7
players.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be

final in all regards.
 TENNIS
GENERAL RULES
Matches will be conducted as per international rules.
Teams must arrive at the court 20 minutes before the scheduled
start time.
Walkover will be given to a team if the opposition is not able to
reach the court within 15 minutes of the scheduled time.
The Event Manager has the power to make some last-minute
changes if deemed necessary.
Use of abusive language during the play can lead to technical
fouls or expulsion depending on the referee and the organization
team.
Every team is required to assign a point of contact with the
organizing committee who should be reachable by the organizing
committee at all times. This is to avoid ambiguity regarding
match timings.
 TENNIS
FORMAT
The Davis Cup format is followed with slight changes (three
matches at max).
There are 2 single rubbers and 1 double rubber. The double acts
as the deciding rubber.
The team to win 2 matches wins the round.
There will be a best of 15 matches until the semi-finals after
which best of 3 settlers.

PARTICIPATION
Maximum of 1 team per college.
BITS Goa can have a maximum of 2 teams, Team A & B.
Each team must consist of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4
players.

**RULES & SCHEDULE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN THE

SPIRIT OF THE GAME & FESTIVAL AND THE FINAL DECISION
RESTS WITH THE SPREE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE**
 BADMINTON
GENERAL RULES
The age limit for players is set at 25 years.
Interchanging players between any two teams is prohibited and
will lead to disqualification.
Players must arrive at the court at least 20 minutes prior to their
scheduled match time.
A walkover will be awarded to a team if their opponent fails to
arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time.
All players are required to wear appropriate badminton attire,
including shorts and T-shirts.
Clean, non-marking shoes are mandatory and must be donned
only upon arrival at the court.
The use of abusive language, inappropriate gestures, or violence
will result in severe penalties.
All regulations not explicitly mentioned will adhere to the rules
established by the Badminton World Federation.
 BADMINTON
MATCH RULES
There are three event categories: Men’s Team, Women’s Team,
and Individual Mixed Doubles.
Each men's team must comprise a minimum of four and a
maximum of seven players, while each women's team should
consist of a minimum of two and a maximum of four players.
In team events, each player is permitted to participate in a
maximum of two matches, specifically one singles match and
one doubles match.
For the Individual Mixed Doubles tournament, a team must
consist of one man and one woman, and substitutions are not
permitted in the event of an injury.
A player participating in either the men’s or women’s team event
may also compete in the Individual Mixed Doubles.
The Mixed Doubles tournament will employ a knockout format,
and each participant may play as part of only one duo in this
event; a single player cannot be affiliated with two different
teams.
 BADMINTON
For Team Events, each Clash (between teams) will have 5
matches for Men and 3 matches for Women. The order of
matches is as follows –
MEN – 1st Singles, 2nd Singles, 1st Doubles, 3rd Singles, 2nd
Doubles.
WOMEN – 1st Singles, 1st Doubles, 2nd Singles.
For Individual matches, each match will have three games of 21
points each, with extensions up to 25.
Teams must submit a tie sheet before the start of their match
clearly specifying the players for each match in the given order.
Once submitted, no changes to the tie sheet will be allowed
under any circumstances, and it will be strictly followed.
For the Individual Mixed Doubles Event, each match will be best-
of-3 games, with each game up to 21 points (extension allowed
to 25 if tied at 20). Matches will be in knockout format
throughout.
All matches will be played with feather shuttlecocks. Tampering
with the shuttle to affect its flight or speed will result in
disciplinary action.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be final

and binding in all regards.
 KABADDI
GENERAL RULES
All the rules will be followed according to the International
Kabaddi Federation.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
serious consequences and in that case, the decision of the
organizing team will be final.
Teams must arrive at the court 20 minutes before the game.
Walkovers will be given to the team if the opponent does not
arrive on the court within 15 minutes.
All teams must have a proper kit for playing on the Mat court.
The maximum weight limit is 85 kilograms.
The game will be played on the Mat court of the usual senior
men's size.
Bonus points, super tackle, and All-out points are also
applicable.
The age limit is 25.
 KABADDI
FORMAT
The game will be played in sets of two of 20 minutes each
incorporating a minimum of 40 raids with a 5-minute break in
between.
In case of a draw in pools, both teams will be awarded 1 point. No
extra time will be played in group stages.
In knockout rounds, an overtime of two 5-minute halves. If the
match still ends in a draw, one golden raid on toss win will take
place.
Teams will be divided into pools and the top team from each pool
will qualify.
Maximum 2 teams per college.
Each team should have a minimum of seven players to compete.
Maximum of 12 players are allowed per team.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be

final in all regards.
TABLE TENNIS
GENERAL RULES
Matches will be conducted as per standard ITTF rules and
regulations.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
disqualification and the decision of the organizing team will be
final.
Use of abusive language during the play can lead to technical
fouls or expulsion depending on the referee and the organising
team.
Teams must arrive in the TT room 20 minutes before the
scheduled start time.
Walkovers will be given to a team if the opposing team is not
able to reach the venue within 15 minutes of the scheduled time.
The age limit is 25.
 TABLE TENNIS
FORMAT
The order in which the matches will be held is as follows:
Boys & Girls: Every match in the team event stage will be best of 5
games with 11 points in every game. The team that wins 3 out of 5
matches will be declared the winner. Every match in the finals of the
team event will be best of 7 with 11 points in each game.
Singles Matches of the individual event will be on best of 5 until the
finals. The finals will be a best of 7 match with 11 points in each
game.
The Single's Tournament will be purely based on knockout format.
Maximum of 2 players from a team are allowed to participate in
Single’s event. For BITS campuses 4 players from a team are allowed
to participate in Single's event.
Each team must consist of a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5
players
Team Matches (boys and girls) will be held in order mentioned below
A vs X
B vs Y
CD vs WZ
A vs Y
B vs X
 CARROM
GENERAL RULES
The participants will be made familiar with the rules before the
start of the tournament by the referee.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
serious consequences and in that case the decision of the
organizing team will be final.
Any hand may be used in play. Participants can change hands
during the game.
No discussion is allowed between participants in a doubles
game.
Use of Thumb/Back-Shot is allowed.
The striker shall be brought by the player and certified by the
Chief Referee before play.
Teams must arrive in the carrom room 15 minutes before the
scheduled start time a win to the opponent will be offered if
failed to do so.
 CARROM
GENERAL RULES
Standard Carrom rules will be adhered to.
The age limit for participants is set at 25 years.
The competition format will consist of three singles matches
followed by two doubles matches.

Equipment regulations include:

A standard carrom board, along with a stand, chair, and lighting,
will be provided.
Standard carrom pieces and powder will also be supplied.
Participants are required to bring their own strikers.
 CARROM
FORMAT
A game shall be of 25 points or eight boards. The player/team
that reaches 25 points first or leads at the conclusion of the
eighth board shall be the winner of the game.
Best of three will be considered out of five with two singles and
one doubles match played between any two teams.

PARTICIPATION
Maximum of 2 teams per college.
Each team must consist of a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5
players.
An individual can participate in not more than one singles and
one doubles match.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be

final in all regards.
 CHESS
GENERAL RULES
Standard FIDE Touch and Move rules are applicable.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
serious consequences; in that case, the decision of the
organizing team will be final.
For a complete set of rules, please read the FIDE International
Rulebook.
The boards and clocks will be provided at the tournament hall for
the event.
Teams must arrive at the venue within 15 minutes of the
scheduled start time, a win to the opponent will be offered if
failed to do so.
The age limit is 25.
The general board order should not be violated. The player will be
awarded a loss if the board order is violated.
In the case of a substitution of a player, a substitute player may
be substituted to play only on the last board, with the other
players moving up one board as applicable according to the
fixed order of alignment for the team as given by the captain
before the start of the tournament.
 CHESS
FORMAT
The tournament will be played in the Swiss League Format.
It is a Team Vs. Team event, with each round
consisting of matches between the two teams.
Each match will be a best of four between two teams, with four
players of one team playing against four players of the other.
Each player gets 1 point for a win, ½ point for a draw, and 0
points for a loss.
The total points of all the players will be added after the round to
get the team's total points.
The team with the greater number of total points will be declared
the winner in that round and be given 2 points; the losing team
will get 0 points.
In case of a tie, 1 point each will be given to both teams.
In case of a tie between the final standings of the two teams, an
Armageddon match will be played between the top players from
each team to decide the winner.
Arbiter will decide time control for the Armageddon match
Time Control: 60 minutes + 30 seconds Increment (Maybe
changed by the arbiter before the event starts).
 CHESS
BLITZ FORMAT
The tournament will be played in the Swiss League Format.
It is an individual event.
Maximum of 8 players per college.
Each player gets 1 point for a win, ½ point for a draw, and 0
points for a loss.
In case of a tie between the final standings of the two players,
the head-to-head match between the two players will be
considered
In case the head-to-head encounter was a draw as well, an
Armageddon match will be played between the two players to
decide the winner.
Arbiter will decide on time control for the Armageddon match.
Time Control: 3 minutes + 2 seconds Increment (Maybe changed
by the arbiter before the event starts).

PARTICIPATION
Maximum of 2 teams per college. (Team A and Team B).
Each team must consist of a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 5
players

The decision of the organizing committee shall be final in

all regards.
 SNOOKER
GENERAL RULES
WPBSA rules will be followed for all the matches. Any
discrepancies observed in the game play will be penalized
according to the rules.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
serious consequences and in that case, the decision of the
organizing team will be final.
Teams must arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Walkovers will be given to a team if the opposing team is not
able to reach the ground within 15 minutes of the scheduled
time.
Use of abusive foul language during the play can lead to
technical fouls or expulsion depending on the organization team.
The age limit is 25.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be

final in all regards.
 SNOOKER
FORMAT
The tournament will be a team event.
The pattern of the tournament (knockouts/grp stages) will be
decided based on the number of entries.
The format of the matches will be best of 5 (10 ball) frames till the
semi-final round/ group stages. The semis will be best of 5 (15
balls) frames and the finals will be best of 7 games.
In the best-of-5 format, teams earn points as follows: 3 points
for a 3-0 win, 2 points for a 3-1 win, and 1 point for a 3-2 win.
Points will be considered if the number of matches won is equal.
Maximum 2 teams per college are allowed.
Each team must have a minimum of 3 players and cannot have
more than 5 players.
A player cannot play 2 consecutive frames in a match.
A player can play at most 2 frames in a single match.
Every team captain will have to submit a tie sheet before the
match which will specify the team’s order of play.
 SQUASH
GENERAL RULES
This a team and individual event.
Interchange of players between the two teams will lead to
serious consequences and in that case the decision of the
organizing team will be final.
All games will be played by Dunlop Pro Double Dot Ball, the
official ball for PSA.
Immediately preceding the start of play, a period not exceeding
five minutes shall be allowed on court for the purpose of
warming-up.
Teams must arrive at the court 20 minutes before the scheduled
start time.
Walkovers will be given to a team if the opposing team is not
able to reach the court within 15 minutes of the scheduled time.
Players must wear shoes with non-marking soles and the use of
approved eye protection is mandatory.
Breaks in between games will be 1 min for the group stage and 2
min for the knockout stages in the team event, 1 min for all
matches up to and including pre-quarterfinals and 2 mins for all
matches from quarterfinals onwards in the individual event.
 SQUASH
GENERAL RULES
If the score in a game is tied at 10-10, a player must win by two
clear points.
In the event of disputes, the decision of the referee is final and
binding.
The age limit is 25.
All the calls and decisions made by the referee on the court will
be final and binding.
The organizers will have the power to change the format in case
of any unforeseen scenarios.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be final

in all regards.

TEAM EVENT RULES

WSF rules will be followed.
Each team must consist of a Minimum of 3 players & Maximum
of 5 players.
Each team will play a match with the teams of their respective
groups (league format).
The captain must submit the seeding before the tournament,
which will be followed throughout the tournament.
 SQUASH
Each team member will play a best of three (3) match with the
corresponding opponent from the other team in the league
stages and a best of five (5) games in the knockout (semi-final
and final) stages.
Each game will be of 11 points.
Even if the first two matches are won by one team, the third
match will still be conducted (only in the group stage).

INDIVIDUAL EVENT RULES

Every game will be a knockout game.
The draw of matches will be released based on the number of
participants.
All matches, including the pre-quarterfinals, will be the best of
three games.
All matches from the quarterfinal onwards will be the best of five
games.
Each game will be of 11 points.

The decision of the organizing committee shall be final

in all regards.
POWERLIFTING
GENERAL RULES
Athletes in the sport are divided in three weight classes and placing is
based on the total weight lifted on the three main lifts:
1)Bench Press
2)Squat
3)Deadlift
Interchange of players between the two teams is not allowed.
A good lift is signaled by indicating a white flag, and an illegal one by a
red flag.
The lifter with the highest combined weight lifter becomes the winner.
If two or more lifters achieve the same total, the lighter lifter ranks
above the heavier lifter.
The weight of an athlete’s first lift determines their place in the starting
order. If they choose to go for a lightweight, they will go earlier in the
order.
Weighing of players will start 2 hours from the competition.
During the weigh-in, the player must mention his first lift for squat,
bench press, and deadlift to the referee.
Players must come with proper kit during the competition. Use of knee
straps, elbow sleeves, and wraps aren't allowed. Competitors are also
not allowed to lift in socks , either barefoot or shoes will be allowed.
For bench and squat metal Olympic plates should be used but for dead
lift the rubber compound plates are allowed. This is up to the discretion
of the Referee and the Organizing Committee.
 ATHLETICS
RUNNING EVENTS
GENERAL RULES
The competition shall be conducted under the International
Athletics Federation Rules as adopted from time to time by AFI
unless otherwise modified
Except for relay races, each college, apart from the home team,
may enter a maximum of two competitors. For relay races, only
one entry of four competitors with one reserve will be accepted.
Teams must arrive at the ground 20 minutes before the
scheduled start time.
Walkovers will be given to a team if the opposing team is not
able to reach the court within 15 minutes of the scheduled time.
All players should come in proper kits (shorts, tshirts,
shoes/spikes).
If an athlete, after qualifying in heats, does not participate in the
finals without giving a valid reason then as per AFI rules, he/she
may be debarred from the competition and will not be
considered for best athlete.
In case of a tie, the position is shared by both the teams. In case
of any discrepancy, the decision made by the referee will be
final.
 ATHLETICS
LIST OF EVENTS
1. 100m -: Men and Women
2. 200m -: Men and Women
3. 400m -: Men and Women
4. 4x100m -: Men, Women and Mixed
5. 800m -: Men and Women

The decision of the organizing committee shall be

final in all regards.
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