Reliance Foundation Young Champs becomes the only academy in India to get a five-star rating according to the All India Football Federation's (AIFF) Academy Assessment for season 2019-20.
Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (Delhi), Jamshedpur FC and Bengaluru FC have managed to get a four-star rating. Former I-League champions Minerva Punjab FC have got a three-star while the Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan and East Bengal have secured a two-star rating.
It is necessary for the clubs/academies to clear the accreditation process to participate in the various age-group leagues and tournaments organised by AIFF.