Certified
Scouting
Professional
A three-level, progressive certification pathway for sports fitness data capture, team leadership, and scouting program management.
Organized by XIFT Academy and Research, in association with Ateliers Sports Academy and Graspear Solutions
Program Overview
Each level builds on the last — from hands-on fitness data capture to leading multiple scouting teams.
| Level & Duration | Focus | Course Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Level 16 weeks | Fitness Data Capture & Analytics Tools | ₹12,000 |
| Level 28 weeks | Team Leadership & Level 1 Training | ₹18,000 |
| Level 312 weeks | Multi-Team Leadership & Full Training Authority | ₹24,000 |
Final-year students or degree holders — preferably BPEd or other sports/fitness-related courses.
Why Choose This Certification
More than a course — a first-of-its-kind pathway into India’s sports talent ecosystem.
Take part in identifying future Olympians
Work on real talent identification programs and contribute to spotting the next generation of India’s champions.
Unique & first of its kind in India
A pioneering scouting certification you won’t find anywhere else in the country.
Interactive & practical sessions
Hands-on learning led by qualified experts and researchers, not just lectures.
Flexible time slots
Choose schedules that fit around your studies or work.
Stand out among peer graduates
Add a rare, industry-relevant credential that sets you apart from the crowd.
Upgrade your knowledge & skills
Master fitness data capture, analytics tools, and modern scouting methods.
Clear career pathway
Progress from Level 1 to Level 3 with growing responsibility and compensation.
Tools & Technologies
Work with industry-standard equipment and software for precise athletic data capture and analysis.
Timing Gates
Capture sprint times and acceleration metrics with sub-millisecond precision.
Force Plates
Measure force production, power output, and movement asymmetries in athletes.
Wearable Sensors
Track heart rate, acceleration, and movement patterns in real time during training.
Computer Vision
Analyze athlete movement and biomechanics through video-based motion tracking.
Mobile Applications
Access real-time dashboards and athlete profiles on your phone or tablet.
Anthropometry
Measure body dimensions and proportions to assess athlete physique and development.
Automatic Data Capture
Seamless integration for hands-free data logging and synchronized analytics workflows.
The Three Levels
Progressive responsibility, training authority, and compensation at every stage.
Scouting Professional
- Captures on-field fitness and performance data for athletes.
- Works directly with wearable devices and data-analytics tools.
- Entry point into the scouting professional career pathway.
Senior Scouting Professional
- Certified to train and mentor Level 1 associates.
- Leads a team of scouting professionals — a senior operational role.
- Bridges data capture with on-ground scouting decisions.
Lead Scouting Professional
- Leads multiple scouting teams across programs or regions.
- Fully authorized to train both Level 1 and Level 2 professionals.
- Top tier of the certification — program and people leadership.
Career & Compensation Ladder
Indicative monthly starting salary band by certification level, scaling with responsibility and demonstrated performance.
Important Dates
Your path from registration to the first day of Level 1.
Registration Closes
Limited seats available.
Online Orientation
For all registered candidates.
Qualifier Test
Batch selection is done through the qualifier test.
Level 1 Batch Starts
Classes begin for the selected batch.
Scholarship for the toppers
Scholarship will be given to the toppers of the qualifier test.
From Certification to Career
A structured, three-level certification that grows with you.
Limited seats available
Registration closes October 10, 2026