About the Federation
KALAWAR Sports & Martial Arts Federation of India
Pioneering martial arts excellence, standardized Dan grading, youth character development, and recognized national athletic pathways across India.
Legally Registered National Federation
Certificate & Registration documentation available with digital verification
Visionary Leadership
Founder & President Messages
Guiding philosophies steering the national growth, discipline, and authentic empowerment of martial arts across India.
Federation Governance & Leadership
Founder, President & Federation Officials
Governing council steering martial arts standards, championship execution, Dan accreditation, and state development across India.
Empowering India's Athletes Through Discipline, Mastery & Integrity
KALAWAR Sports & Martial Arts Federation of India is the premier national governing institution dedicated to standardizing, advancing, and democratizing martial arts disciplines, combat sports, and multi-sport athletics throughout the Republic of India.
Rooted in traditional martial arts ethics and elevated by modern sporting science, the federation serves as the unified umbrella for state associations, district committees, and affiliated dojos. We bridge the gap between grassroots dojo sparring and official national podiums.
Through standardized Dan syllabus examination, referee clinic certification, fair selection trials, and digital credential verification, we ensure every athlete, coach, and master instructor receives the respect and official standing they deserve.
Standardized Grading
Legitimate, syllabus-compliant Dan black belt rank examinations certified by master examiner boards.
Ethical Governance
Transparent selection trials, codified referee guidelines, and anti-doping adherence.
Grassroots Growth
Empowering rural and urban clubs across 28+ states with coach workshops and tournament access.
Digital Verification
Tamper-proof digital certificates, athlete passports, and real-time validation for every member.
Our Mission
To build an empowering, transparent, and structured martial arts and athletic ecosystem across India. We are dedicated to providing every aspiring martial artist and athlete with authentic rank certification, world-class training seminars, competitive national platforms, and certified coaching pathways that turn talent into championship caliber.
Our Vision
To be India's premier federation recognized globally for excellence in martial arts education, ethical governance, inclusive self-defense development for women and youth, and the consistent nurturing of disciplined champions representing India with dignity on prestigious international platforms.
National Charter
Federation Objectives
- Promote, standardize, and regulate martial arts & multi-sport disciplines across all states of India
- Provide authentic Dan (Black Belt) rank certifications with tamper-proof digital QR verification
- Accredit master instructors, coaches, dojos, and national referees to international standards
- Expand grassroots youth training, student fitness, and specialized self-defense programs nationwide
- Conduct transparent, high-standard district, state, zonal, and national championships
- Instill ethical discipline, humility, sportsmanship, and mental resilience among young athletes
Key Achievements
Growth & Reach Across India
28+
States Represented
150+
Affiliated Clubs & Dojos
850+
Certified Black Belts
25,000+
Athletes Trained
Our Journey of Excellence
Federation History & Milestones
From humble grassroots dojos to an all-India athletic federation recognized for martial arts mastery, integrity, and certified coaching.
Inception & Foundational Vision
Founded by Mr. Santosh Uddhav Kasabe with a visionary charter to unite martial arts academies, standardize Dan ranks, and create legitimate athletic pathways for Indian youth.
Multi-State Expansion & Standardized Dan Syllabus
Formulated the standardized national black belt grading curriculum across traditional and modern disciplines. Expanded presence to 12 state chapters with certified examiner panels.
Inaugural All-India Championship & Referee Clinics
Successfully organized the inaugural All-India National Martial Arts & Multi-Sport Championship with over 2,500 athletes. Launched national referee and judge accreditation clinics.
Digital Accreditation & Online Verification Portal
Pioneered QR-coded digital certificate issuance, online player & club affiliations, and real-time tournament management software ensuring 100% credential transparency.
Nationwide Movement Across 28+ States
Today, KALAWAR Sports & Martial Arts Federation of India governs units across 28+ states, certifying over 850 black belts, supporting 150+ dojos, and empowering 25,000+ athletes.
Government & Legal Accreditation
Recognition & Registration Details
Official credentials, statutory registration, and recognized governing authority of KALAWAR Sports & Martial Arts Federation of India.
Legally Registered National Body
Duly registered under the Indian Societies Registration & Trust Acts as a non-profit apex sports and martial arts promotion organization.
Standardized National Dan Grading Authority
Authorized apex curriculum provider for Black Belt (Dan) grading, Master Instructor licenses, and national referee certifications.
Digital QR-Verified Credentials
All competitor, coaching, and Dan certificates feature cryptographic serials and QR codes instantly verifiable on our national portal.
Nationwide Governance Architecture
Federation Structure: India → State → District → Academy
A structured, transparent four-tier administrative pyramid connecting grassroots dojos to national championship podiums across India.
National Federation – India
Apex National Governing Council
State Associations
State Governing Councils across 28+ States
District Units
District Councils & Zonal Committees
Academies, Clubs & Dojos
Grassroots Training Centers & Certified Instructors
Official Secretariat
Federation Headquarters & Contact Details
Connect directly with the governing secretariat of KALAWAR Sports & Martial Arts Federation of India for affiliations, championships, and credentials.
National Headquarters
National Headquarters, India
Maharashtra, India
Official Email Desks
For administrative, verification, and tournament correspondence:
Working Hours
Monday – Saturday, 09:00 – 18:30 IST
Closed on Sundays & Gazetted National Holidays.
Need to Affiliate Your Dojo or Verify Documentation?
Submit an inquiry directly to the federation secretariat or start your club affiliation online.