Kerala State School Sports Meet 2026 | Kozhikode, Kerala

The 68th Kerala State School Kayikamela 2026 will take place in Kozhikode, Kerala, from 25 to 31 October 2026. Organised by the Kerala General Education Department, the state-level school sports meet brings together young athletes from across Kerala to participate in sporting competitions and showcase their athletic abilities.

The meet features multiple sporting disciplines, celebrating school-level athletic talent and promoting sports participation among students. The event is expected to bring together athletes, team managers, officials and organisers. The opening ceremony is scheduled for 25 October, with a march-past and cultural performances.

The main track and field athletics venue is NIT Calicut Ground in Chathamangalam, Kozhikode. Other competitions are planned across additional venues in Kozhikode district.

Aquatics and Water Polo are conducted separately at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Aquatic Complex in Pirappancode, Thiruvananthapuram.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: 25–31 October 2026
• 📍 Location: Kozhikode, Kerala, India
• 👤 Organizer: Kerala General Education Department
• 🏟️ Venues and Events:
  • NIT Calicut, Chathamangalam: Athletics, cross-country, inclusive athletics and inclusive football.
  • St Joseph’s College, Devagiri: Badminton and inclusive badminton.
  • Presentation HSS, Chevayur: Girls’ basketball.
  • Silver Hills Public School: Boys’ basketball.
  • Kunnamangalam HSS: Tug-of-war and inclusive cricket.
  • PTM HSS, Kodiyathur: Karate, wushu, softball, baseball and ball badminton.
  • Wadi Rahma English School: Karate, wushu, softball, baseball and ball badminton.
  • REC Government VHSS, Chathamangalam: Yoga.
  • St Xavier’s UP School, Peruvayal: Netball and throwball.