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| Organising body | Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 (2017) |
| Country | India |
| Number of clubs | 24 |
| Level on pyramid | 5 |
| Promotion to | I-League 3 |
| Relegation to | District leagues Shillong Premier League |
| Current champions | Mawlai SC (1st title) |
| Most championships | Niaw Wasa United Shillong Lajong Rangdajied United Mawlai SC (1 title each) |
| Broadcaster(s) | T7 News Channel (YouTube) |
| Current: 2026 Meghalaya State League | |
The Meghalaya State League is the top state-level football league in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is managed by the Meghalaya Football Association (MFA).[1][2][3]
History
The first edition of the Meghalaya State League was held in 2017, with the competition involving participation for the top clubs of the 21 football leagues which operate in Meghalaya's 11 districts.[4]
Competition structure
| Tier | Division |
|---|---|
| 1 (5 on Indian football pyramid) |
Meghalaya State League |
| 2 (6 on Indian football pyramid) |
District leagues (Shillong Premier League, Tura Super Division Football League and others) |
Format
The champions from the district leagues are direct entrants, while the rest go through qualifying rounds.[5] The clubs are placed in groups with four hosts across the state.[6]
Clubs
2026 season
The teams participating in the 2026 season:
| Group A (Shillong) | Group B (Shillong) | Group C (Amlarem) | Group D (Khliehriat) | Group E (Wahiajer) | Group F (Mairang) | Group G (Williamnagar) | Group H (Mawkyrwat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nongkseh SCC | Nangkiew Irat FC | Mawlai SC | Shkenshynriah SC | Shillong Lajong | Langsning | Maram FC | Rangdajied United |
| Umkaber SCC | Mawphu SC | Laskein SCSC | Thangskai Tiger SC | Iatyllilang Lumsehkot CSC | Lawbah SC | Janepih Youth SCA | Mawlarshong SC |
| Mawshun SCC | Mawlum Tyrsad SCC | Lamin XI SCC | Jalaphet Moochut Pyrdung SC | Lamyrsiang CSC | Umlakro SC | Achik SCO Rongjeng | Mawten SC |
| Khimusniang SC | Mulang SC Nongbah | Amlarem SC | Ladthadlaboh SC | Lumphyrnai Sohphoh FC | Mishon SSCC | Balmanduri FC | Seng Samla Umdang Pyllun |
| —N/a | —N/a | —N/a | —N/a | —N/a | —N/a | Attong Matgrik FC | —N/a |
Champions
| Season | Champions | Runners-up | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–18 | Niaw Wasa United | Tynrongmawsaw | [7] |
| 2019 | Shillong Lajong | Rangdajied United | [8] |
| 2023 | Rangdajied United | Khliehmawlieh YC | [9] |
| 2024 | Mawlai SC | Shillong Lajong | [10] |
| 2026 |
References
- "Meghalaya State League". The Away End. Archived from the original on 26 September 2022. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- News Desk, Mawphor (19 June 2023). "Lahduh Ka Rangdajied United Ïa Ka MSL 2023 Da Kaba Pynliem Ïa Ka Khliehmawlieh". mawphor.com (in Khasi). Shillong. Archived from the original on 22 June 2023. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- "Rangdajied United FC set to return to I-League 3rd division". thebridge.in. Shillong: The Bridge. 10 November 2023. Archived from the original on 12 November 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- "Meghalaya Diary, part 3: Politicians across party lines use football to score in the ultimate game of politics". Firstpost. 23 February 2018. Archived from the original on 8 December 2022. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- "Draw for 25-team Meghalaya State League season 3 complete". The Sports Room. 24 January 2023. Archived from the original on 28 January 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- "MSL Season 3 now to begin on 5th May; 25 clubs to take part". The Sports Room. 10 April 2023. Archived from the original on 11 April 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- Room, The Sports (7 January 2018). "Niaw Wasa lift MSL trophy after intense final – The Sports Room". Retrieved 27 October 2024.
- Room, The Sports (21 December 2019). "Shillong Lajong lift MSL 2019 trophy – The Sports Room". Retrieved 27 October 2024.
- Room, The Sports (17 June 2023). "Rangdajied edge Khliehmawlieh for MSL 2023 title in sensational final – The Sports Room". Retrieved 27 October 2024.
- "Mawlai crowned 4th Meghalaya State League champions". Syllad. 1 February 2025.