Hockey India announced on Friday that player registration for the Hockey India League (HIL) 2027 Player Auction has been opened.
The registration process began on Friday at 11 a.m. IST and will close at midnight on July 24. The player auction is scheduled to take place in September this year.
Eligible Nations
Men: India, Netherlands, Belgium, Australia, England, Argentina, Germany, Spain, Ireland, France, New Zealand, South Africa, Malaysia, Japan
Women: India, Netherlands, Argentina, Belgium, China, Spain, England, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, United States, Ireland, Scotland, Japan
Last season, more than 1,000 players registered for the auction, including over 500 Indian men, 350 Indian women, and more than 240 international players across both categories.
The previous edition also delivered exciting competition on the field, with SG Pipers clinching the women’s title while Vedanta Kalinga Lancers emerged victorious in the men’s competition.
Hockey India President and Chairperson of the HIL Governing Committee Dilip Tirkey said, “The Hockey India League has re-established itself as one of the most exciting platforms in world hockey. The enthusiasm witnessed during the revival seasons has been extremely encouraging, and the response from players across the globe reflects the league’s growing stature. We are delighted to open player registrations for the 2027 edition and look forward to welcoming top talent from India and overseas. The HIL continues to play an important role in providing players exposure at the highest level while strengthening India’s hockey ecosystem.”
Hockey India Secretary General and HIL Governing Committee Member Bhola Nath Singh added, “The success of the previous editions has created strong momentum for the Hockey India League, and we are excited to build on that in 2027. The participation numbers from last season highlighted the trust and interest players have in the league. We encourage all eligible players to register and be part of a competition that not only showcases top-quality hockey but also contributes significantly to the development and growth of the sport.”
Published on May 15, 2026
