The countdown to the 2026-27 Indian Super League season just got a lot more tense for two clubs. The All India Football Federation has fired off final notices to Jamshedpur FC and Inter Kashi, warning them of mounting penalties over an unpaid participation fee that the rest of the league has already cleared.
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What’s Happening
In letters dated July 22 and signed by AIFF Deputy Secretary General M. Satyanarayan, both clubs were informed they had missed the mutually agreed payment timeline and are now liable for a default charge of ₹1 lakh per day, effective from July 21 until the dues are settled.
Unpaid ISL Fees: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Clubs Involved | Jamshedpur FC, Inter Kashi |
| Original Deadline | July 20 |
| Default Charge | ₹1 lakh/day (from July 21) |
| Final Payment Deadline | July 31 |
| Annual Fee Structure | ₹1.10 crore, in two ₹55 lakh instalments |
| Clubs Already Compliant | 12 of 14 ISL clubs |
Why This Matters
The notices follow both clubs requesting a deadline extension citing operational issues, a request AIFF appears to have rejected in favor of enforcing the agreed framework uniformly across the league’s new club-led model. Notably, East Bengal, Mohun Bagan and Diamond Harbour FC had their fees adjusted against pending prize money, while Jamshedpur and Inter Kashi remain the only holdouts.
What’s Next
AIFF has warned that failure to clear dues by July 31 could trigger further disciplinary action under the league framework, leaving both clubs racing against the clock just weeks before the new season kicks off. For official league updates, fans can check the AIFF’s official website.
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