6. India School Cubing Championship 2026 Policy and Process Book

6. India School Cubing Championship Policy & Process Book

Your School. Your Zone. Your National Stage.

Prime Engage — Organisers

JCA (Junior Cube Association) — Championship Partner

CONTENTS

1. About the Championship
2. Eligibility & Participant Profile
3. Global Ranking Profile ID
4. Registration & Payment Process
5. Age Category & Zone Allocation
6. Participation & Scheduling Process
7. Zonal Qualifier Process
8. Video Submission & Verification
9. Zonal Finals Process
10. National Finale Process
11. Results, Ranking & Official Records
12. Qualification & Advancement
13. Awards, Certificates & Recognition
14. Technical Issues & Exceptional Circumstances
15. Refund, Cancellation & Rescheduling
16. Communication & Official Information
17. Parent / Guardian Responsibilities
18. Participant Conduct & Fair Participation
19. Photography, Video & Media
20. Data, Privacy & Confidentiality
21. Result Review Process
22. Final Decisions & Policy Amendments

SECTION 1 — ABOUT THE CHAMPIONSHIP

India School Cubing Championship

The India School Cubing Championship is a national school cubing championship for students from recognised schools across India.

The championship follows the progression:

Zonal Qualifiers → Zonal Finals → National Finale

• 1. Organisers & Championship Partner Prime Engage — Organiser

JCA (Junior Cube Association) — Championship Partner

• 1. Purpose of This Book

This Policy & Process Book explains the administrative journey of participation, including:

• • • Eligibility
    • Global Ranking Profile
    • Registration
    • Zone allocation
    • Participation and scheduling
    • Qualification
    • Results
    • Awards
    • Communication
    • Parent responsibilities
    • Review and administrative processes

Detailed competition rules, attempt procedures and fair-play requirements are covered separately in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 2 — ELIGIBILITY & PARTICIPANT PROFILE

Who Can Participate?

The championship is open to students from recognised schools across India in the following age categories: U7 I U9 I U11 I U14

Age Category

The participant's age category is determined based on the published applicable age cut-off date of the zonal qualifier first round

The applicable age category will be used for eligibility and qualification for that stage

School Eligibility

Students affiliated with recognised schools are welcome to participate in ISCC. School Consent & Participation Confirmation is encouraged but not mandatory for participation.

Homeschooling participants are also welcome to participate. Gazetted Officer confirmation may be provided as an alternative supporting document, where applicable, but is not mandatory.

Participant Information

Registration requires accurate participant information, including:

• • • Full name
    • Date of birth
    • Age proof
    • School name
    • School branch
    • Parent/guardian details
    • Required contact details

The participant's registered full name will be used for official championship records and certificates.

Participant Profile

Every participant must have a valid JCA Global Ranking Profile ID. The Global Ranking Profile requirements are covered in Section 3.

SECTION 3 — GLOBAL RANKING PROFILE ID

Global Ranking Profile ID Requirement

Every participant must have a valid JCA Global Ranking Profile ID. An existing valid profile must be used during registration.

The profile provides a unique participant identity within the JCA ranking system.

If the Participant Does Not Have an ID

If the participant does not already have a Global Ranking Profile ID, a new profile can be created as part of the registration process.

Following successful verification, the Global Ranking Profile ID will be confirmed through the registered email as part of the registration confirmation.

One Participant — One Profile

Each participant may have only one Global Ranking Profile. Duplicate profiles are not permitted and may result in cancellation or disqualification, subject to verification.

Profile Information

The profile must contain accurate and up-to-date information. Parents/guardians should ensure that:

• • • Participant name matches registration
    • Date of birth is correct
    • School name and branch are accurate
    • Applicable school information is updated

For homeschooling participants, the School Name should be recorded as “Homeschooling.”

Profile Validity & JCA Ecosystem Access

The Global Ranking Profile is valid for one year from activation, subject to applicable JCA profile requirements.

An active profile provides access to the wider JCA ecosystem, including eligible JCA

Championships and Challenges, competition history and ranking records, ranking and score information, other profile-linked features and the JCA Practice Timer.

Parents are advised to check that the profile is active and accessible before registration.

Profile Access & Support

Parents/guardians should keep profile login information secure.

For profile access or login-related issues, participants may use the designated JCA support process.

SECTION 4 — REGISTRATION & PAYMENT PROCESS

Registration

Participation requires completion of official registration within the published registration period.

Registration details, applicable school consent and payment are verified within 24–72 hours of successful submission.

Once verified, a confirmation email is sent to the registered email ID, including the participant's Global Ranking Profile ID and registration confirmation.

For an existing profile, the existing Global Ranking Profile ID is confirmed rather than newly issued.

Information Required

The registration process requires:

• • • Participant full name — used on the official certificate and championship records
    • Date of birth
    • Age proof document
    • School name
    • School branch
    • Parent/guardian name
    • Parent/guardian WhatsApp number
    • Parent/guardian email ID
    • Global Ranking Profile ID, if already available
    • Selected cube events
    • School Consent & Participation Confirmation or applicable homeschool verification

School Consent & Eligibility Confirmation

Participants affiliated with recognised schools are encouraged to provide a School Consent & Participation Confirmation as supporting documentation. The school name and branch entered during registration should match the details provided in the School Consent, wherever applicable.

The School Consent may be used to support the verification of a participant's school affiliation and eligibility. However, submission of this document is optional and is not mandatory for participation in ISCC.

Homeschooling participants may optionally provide Gazetted Officer confirmation as an alternative supporting document. For homeschooling participants, the School Name in the Global Ranking Profile should be recorded as “Homeschooling.”

“Homeschooling” may appear in official results or rankings wherever school information is displayed.

School consent does not make the school responsible for the participant's registration, fees, or competition participation.

Event Selection & Zone Allocation

Participants select the applicable cube events during registration.

The participant's zone is assigned according to the state/region of the school, not the participant's residential address.

Once registration is submitted, the selected events, age category and zone cannot be changed.

Registration Fee & Payment

Applicable registration fees must be paid through the official registration process.

Registration is confirmed after the required details and payment have been successfully completed and verified.

The applicable fee structure and payment details are published on the official registration page.

• 1. Registration Deadline

Registration must be completed before the published closing date.

Registrations received after the published closing date are not accepted unless a specific official exception is announced.

Changes After Registration

After submission:

• • • Age category cannot be changed
    • Zone cannot be changed
    • Selected events cannot be changed
    • Participant replacement is not permitted
    • Duplicate registration is not permitted

SECTION 5 — AGE CATEGORY & ZONE ALLOCATION

Age Categories

The championship has four age categories: U7 | U9 | U11 | U14

Age eligibility is determined using the applicable published cut-off date, which will be the first date of the participant’s Zonal Qualifier Round.

Once a participant competes in an age category in the Zonal Qualifier Round, the

participant will remain in the same age category throughout the championship, including the Zonal Finals and National Finale.

If the participant becomes eligible for a higher age category during the championship period, they will not move to the higher age category and will continue to compete in the age

category determined at the Zonal Qualifier Round.

Age Verification

Age may be verified using the submitted age-proof document. The verified age category is used for eligibility and competition.

Four-Zone Allocation

The participant's zone is determined by the state/region of the school, not the participant's residential address.

EAST ZONE

West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura

NORTH ZONE

Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh

WEST ZONE

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh

SOUTH ZONE

Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

This is the four-zone structure and allocation used for the championship.

School Branch

Where a school has multiple branches, the participant must use the branch where the participant is enrolled. The branch must match the School Consent.

Homeschooling

Homeschooling participants will be assigned to the applicable zone through the approved allocation process. Participants may optionally provide homeschool verification as supporting documentation during registration. Submission of homeschool verification is not mandatory for participation in ISCC.

Changes to Age Category or Zone

Age category and zone cannot be changed after registration submission.

Any eligibility or allocation issue must be raised before registration confirmation.

SECTION 6 — PARTICIPATION & SCHEDULING PROCESS

Zonal Qualifier Participation Process

After registration is verified:

• • 1. The participant is assigned to the applicable zone.
    2. The participant receives the applicable participation instructions.
    3. The participant checks the assigned date and time.
    4. The participant prepares the required cube, device, internet connection and competition setup.
    5. The participant completes the required verification and competition process.
    6. Required video evidence is submitted according to Section 8.

Zonal Qualifier Schedule

Zonal qualifier rounds are conducted according to the official zone-wise schedule.

The assigned date, time and participation instructions are communicated through the registered contact details and official championship information.

All timings are based on Indian Standard Time (IST).

Attempt & Result Recording

Participants must complete the applicable events at their assigned schedule. Scores are verified and used for ranking and qualification.

Detailed competition rules, attempt procedures, timing rules and fair-play requirements are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

Video submission and verification requirements are covered in Section 8 of this Policy & Process Book.

• 1. Missed Participation

Failure to participate at the assigned time may result in DNF.

No alternate slot or replacement participation is provided except where specifically permitted under the applicable technical-issue procedure.

Later Stages

Qualified participants receive the applicable Zonal Finals and National Finale schedule and participation instructions through the official championship information.

The process for each stage is explained in Sections 9 and 10.

SECTION 7 — ZONAL QUALIFIER PROCESS

Purpose

The Zonal Qualifier is the first competition stage.

Participants compete within their allocated zone, and verified scores are used to determine qualification for the Zonal Finals.

• 1. Events

U7 & U9

• • • 3×3×3
    • 2×2×2
    • Pyraminx

U11 & U14

• • • 3×3×3
    • 2×2×2
    • Pyraminx
    • Skewb
    • 4×4×4

Competition Format

The following events use Mean of 3:

• • • 3×3×3
    • 2×2×2
    • Pyraminx
    • Skewb

The 4×4×4 uses a Single Solve.

For Mean of 3 events, one DNF results in a DNF Mean.

Maximum Solve Time

The maximum permitted solve time is 10 minutes for every cube event. A solve exceeding the applicable limit is recorded as DNF.

Official Scores

Verified scores achieved during the Zonal Qualifier are recorded as the participant's official Zonal Qualifier scores.

Stage scores remain separately recorded and are used for the applicable ranking and qualification process.

Video Verification

Required video evidence must be submitted according to Section 8.

Qualification

Qualification from the Zonal Qualifier to the Zonal Finals is determined according to the criteria in Section 12.

Detailed Competition Rules

Detailed scramble, inspection, timing, puzzle, penalty, DNF and fair-play rules are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 8 — VIDEO SUBMISSION & VERIFICATION

Video Submission

Participants in the Zonal Qualifier must submit video recordings of their official attempts as required.

Video evidence is used to verify the attempt, score and compliance with the competition procedure.

Submission Timeline

The required video must be submitted within 1 hour of the attempt.

Failure to submit the required video within the applicable timeline may result in DNF.

Video Requirements

The submitted recording must:

• • • Clearly show the official attempt
    • Cover the complete attempt
    • Be unedited
    • Allow the attempt and result to be reasonably verified

Verification

Authorised officials may review:

• • • Participant identity
    • Attempt
    • Timing/score
    • Required procedure
    • Fair-play compliance

Missing or Unverifiable Video

If the required video is missing, unavailable or cannot be verified, the score may not be counted and may result in DNF.

Final Verification

Results remain subject to verification before becoming final. Verified scores are used for official ranking and qualification.

Detailed competition and fair-play requirements are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 9 — ZONAL FINALS PROCESS

Qualification

Participants qualify for the Zonal Finals according to the zone, age category and event-specific criteria in Section 12.

Participation

Qualified participants receive the applicable schedule and participation instructions. Zonal Finals are conducted as a live moderated stage.

Events

The applicable age-group events remain:

U7/U9: 3×3×3, 2×2×2, Pyraminx

U11/U14: 3×3×3, 2×2×2, Pyraminx, Skewb, 4×4×4

Competition Format

• • • 3×3×3 — Mean of 3
    • 2×2×2 — Mean of 3
    • Pyraminx — Mean of 3
    • Skewb — Mean of 3
    • 4×4×4 — Single Solve

One DNF in a Mean of 3 results in a DNF Mean.

Results & Further Qualification

Results are recorded separately by age category and event.

Applicable participants qualify for the National Finale according to Section 12.

No-Show

A qualified participant who does not participate at the assigned time is recorded as DNF. No replacement or alternate participant is introduced.

Detailed Rules

Detailed competition and fair-play rules are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 10 — NATIONAL FINALE PROCESS

Qualification

The National Finale follows the completion of the four Zonal Finals.

National Finale Qualification

The top 15 participants in each age category and event, based on the combined results of the four Zonal Finals, qualify for the National Finale.

A participant may qualify in multiple events.

Participation

Qualified participants receive the National Finale schedule and participation instructions through the official championship information.

The National Finale is a live moderated stage.

Events & Format

The applicable age-group events remain unchanged.

• • • 3×3×3 — Mean of 3
    • 2×2×2 — Mean of 3
    • Pyraminx — Mean of 3
    • Skewb — Mean of 3
    • 4×4×4 — Single Solve

One DNF in a Mean of 3 results in a DNF Mean.

Podium Structure

For each applicable age category and event:

• • • 10 or more participants: 1st, 2nd and 3rd
    • 5–9 participants: 1st and 2nd

Fewer than 5 participants: 1st

• 1. No-Show

A qualified participant who does not participate at the assigned time is recorded as DNF. No replacement or alternate participant is introduced.

Detailed Rules

Detailed competition and fair-play rules are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 11 — RESULTS, RANKING & OFFICIAL RECORDS

Official Results

Official results are published after the applicable verification process.

Results may include the participant's: Score , Ranking , Age category , Event ,Stage

Timing Precision

Official timing is maintained with full precision, including milliseconds. Displayed times may be shown to two decimal places.

Ranking is determined using the precise recorded values.

DNF

A DNF is not treated as a valid solve for ranking purposes.

Detailed DNF rules are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

Ties

Ranking uses the full recorded precision.

Where applicable, an exact tie is resolved using the prescribed official tie-break process, including the applicable best single/attempt comparison.

Stage-Wise Scores

Scores from each championship stage are recorded separately. A later stage does not overwrite an earlier stage's official score.

Official JCA Record

Verified competition results form part of the participant's official JCA competition and ranking record.

Publication of Results

Official results and rankings may be published through designated official championship platforms after verification.

Published results become the official championship record, subject to the applicable review process.

Ranking Structure

Rankings are maintained separately according to the applicable:

• • • Age category
    • Event
    • Championship stage

SECTION 12 — QUALIFICATION & ADVANCEMENT

• 1. Zonal Qualifier → Zonal Finals

Qualification is determined separately for each:

• • • Zone
    • Age category
    • Event

based on verified Zonal Qualifier results.

Qualification Criteria

3×3×3 The top 10 participants in each age category and zone qualify.

2×2×2 Participants already qualified through 3×3×3 are skipped.

The next non-qualified participants are selected until a maximum of 10 new participants qualify.

Pyraminx Participants already qualified through 3×3×3 and 2×2×2 are skipped.

The next non-qualified participants are selected until a maximum of 10 new participants qualify.

Skewb The top 10 participants qualify.

4×4×4 The top 10 participants qualify.

Multiple Events

A participant may qualify for the Zonal Finals in multiple events.

The unique-participant progression for 2×2×2 and Pyraminx allows additional participants to qualify where participants are already qualified through earlier events.

• 1. Zonal Finals → National Finale

The top 15 participants in each age category and event across the combined results of the four Zonal Finals qualify for the National Finale.A participant may qualify in multiple events.

Verified Results

Qualification is based on verified official results.DNF results are not valid qualifying results.

No-Show After Qualification

A qualified participant who does not participate at the assigned time is recorded as DNF. No replacement participant is introduced.

Official Qualification Record

Qualification at each stage forms part of the official championship record.

Detailed competition rules remain covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 13 — AWARDS, CERTIFICATES & RECOGNITION

Zonal Qualifiers

Every participant in ISCC, irrespective of the event or category they participate in, will receive a Participation Medal and Certificate.

The Zonal Qualifier is a qualifying stage and does not declare event winners or podium positions.

Zonal Finals

Participants receive the applicable certificates for the stage. No podium trophies are awarded at the Zonal Finals.

National Finale

Podium recognition is awarded separately for each applicable age category and event according to the participation count:

• • • 10 or more participants — 1st, 2nd, 3rd
    • 5–9 participants — 1st, 2nd
    • Fewer than 5 participants — 1st

Eligible podium positions receive the applicable trophy and certificate.

Certificates

Certificates will be issued according to the applicable stage and recognition criteria.

Award Eligibility

Awards and recognitions are subject to verified results and eligibility.

Awards may be withheld or placed under review where the relevant result or eligibility is under review.

Delivery Address

Eligible medals, certificates, trophies and other recognitions requiring delivery will be sent to the communication and delivery address provided or updated by the parent/guardian in the participant's registration/profile information.

Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that the address is accurate and up to date after registration verification.

The championship team will use the latest verified delivery address available for the participant.

Delivery Timeline

Awards, medals and certificates requiring physical delivery will be dispatched according to the applicable operational process.

Delivery timelines may vary depending on the recognition and delivery location. No fixed delivery timeline is guaranteed.

Final Award Determination

Final awards and recognitions are determined using verified official results and applicable eligibility criteria.

SECTION 14 — TECHNICAL ISSUES & EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Participant Responsibility

Participants and parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that the required:

• • • Device
    • Internet connection
    • Camera
    • Timing setup
    • Competition environment are ready before participation.

Technical Issues During Participation

Technical issues may include connectivity, device, camera, timing or other operational problems affecting participation.

Such issues are handled according to the applicable stage procedure.

Official Review

Authorised championship officials may review the circumstances and available evidence.

Possible Outcome

Depending on the circumstances, the official process may result in:

• • • Continuation
    • Permitted reattempt
    • Invalid attempt
    • DNF

The decision remains subject to the applicable review process.

Exceptional Circumstances

The championship team may modify, postpone or cancel a stage or event due to technical issues, insufficient participation or other circumstances affecting the conduct of the

championship.

Any such update will be published through official championship communication platforms.

Technical Issue Review

For a formal technical issue or result-related review, the parent/guardian must email:

reviewjca@gmail.com

The email must include:

• • • Participant full name
    • Global Ranking Profile ID
    • Event
    • Championship stage
    • Details of the issue
    • Supporting evidence, where available The team will reply within 72 hours.

The decision communicated through the formal review process is final and binding.

WhatsApp messages and phone calls are not accepted for formal technical-issue reviews or result-related decisions.

• 1. Scheduled Participation

Participation is scheduled according to the assigned date and time.

Failure to participate at the assigned time results in DNF unless the applicable technical-issue procedure permits otherwise.

No alternate or replacement participation is provided.

SECTION 15 — REFUND, CANCELLATION & RESCHEDULING

Refund Policy

Registration fees are generally non-refundable except where a specific cancellation or refund provision applies.

Non-Refundable Situations

Refunds are not provided for:

• • • Withdrawal
    • Non-participation
    • Missed attempt
    • Missed deadline
    • Duplicate registration
    • Failure to participate

No-Show

A participant who does not participate at the assigned time is recorded as DNF.

No alternate participation or refund is provided.

Cancellation by the Championship

If the championship or applicable stage is cancelled, the applicable refund or further process will be communicated through official championship information.

Postponement or Rescheduling

If a stage is postponed or rescheduled, the revised schedule will be published officially.

Existing registration remains valid for the revised schedule unless a specific refund provision is announced.

Duplicate or Invalid Registration

Duplicate or invalid registrations may be cancelled after verification.

A duplicate registration does not automatically create a refund entitlement.

Payment Confirmation

Payment confirms registration subject to successful verification.

Parents/guardians should review the applicable registration, fee and refund conditions before completing payment.

SECTION 16 — COMMUNICATION & OFFICIAL INFORMATION

Official Communication

Important championship information is published through official championship communication platforms.

This may include:

• • • Registration confirmation
    • Global Ranking Profile information
    • Schedules
    • Participation instructions
    • Qualification information
    • Results and rankings
    • Announcements
    • Operational updates

Registered Contact Details

Parents/guardians must provide accurate and active contact details.

Registered contact details may be used for communication relating to registration and participation where applicable.

Parent/Guardian Responsibility

Parents/guardians are responsible for checking officially published championship information and following the applicable instructions and deadlines.

Changes & Updates

Any schedule, process, qualification or operational update will be published through official championship platforms.

The latest applicable published information will apply.

Formal Reviews

Technical and result-related reviews must follow the designated review process in Sections 14 and 21.

WhatsApp and phone calls are not accepted for formal review decisions.

SECTION 17 — PARENT / GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

Registration Information

Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that all registration information is accurate and complete.

Participant Profile & Contact Details

Parents/guardians should ensure that:

• • • The Global Ranking Profile remains active
    • Participant information is accurate
    • Registered contact details remain active
    • Communication information is updated where required
    • Delivery address is accurate and up to date for awards and recognition

Official Information

Parents/guardians should regularly check the official championship information and follow published instructions and deadlines.

Participation Preparation

Parents/guardians should ensure that the participant is prepared for the assigned schedule and has the required equipment, device, internet connection and competition environment.

Permitted Assistance

Parents/guardians may assist with:

• • • Registration
    • Technical setup
    • Understanding the participation procedure

Parents/guardians must not provide assistance, guidance or influence during an official solve.

Detailed rules are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

Conduct

Parents/guardians are expected to support a respectful, fair and positive competition environment and ensure compliance with applicable championship requirements.

SECTION 18 — PARTICIPANT CONDUCT & FAIR PARTICIPATION

Respectful Participation

Participants must maintain respectful and appropriate conduct and follow instructions given by authorised officials.

Independent Solving

All official solves must be completed independently.

Unauthorised assistance, external solving tools or other forms of outside assistance are not permitted.

Fair Participation

Participants must:

• • • Follow the prescribed competition procedure
    • Use permitted equipment
    • Avoid result manipulation
    • Avoid copying or misrepresentation
    • Follow official instructions
    • Respect authorised officials and other participants

Parent Assistance

Parents may assist with registration, setup and procedure but may not assist or influence the participant during the official solve.

Violations

Depending on the nature and severity of a violation, action may include:

• • • Attempt cancellation
    • DNF
    • Disqualification

Detailed Fair Play Rules

Detailed scramble, puzzle, timing, penalty and fair-play requirements are covered in the Regulations & Fair Play Book.

SECTION 19 — PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO & MEDIA

Official Recording

Championship activities may be photographed or recorded for official purposes.

Competition Recordings

Competition recordings may be used for:

• • • Attempt verification
    • Result validation
    • Official records
    • Review of competition-related matters

Official Communication & Promotion

Selected photographs, videos and championship highlights may be used for:

• • • Official communication
    • Championship documentation
    • Promotional communication
    • Archival purposes

Such use remains subject to applicable privacy requirements.

Participation

Participation in championship activities may involve photography, video recording or other documentation for the purposes described in this section, subject to applicable privacy requirements.

SECTION 20 — DATA, PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY

Participant Information

Participant information may be collected and used for:

• • • Registration
    • Eligibility verification
    • Communication
    • Competition administration
    • Results and rankings
    • Certificates
    • Awards and recognition

Competition Records

Competition videos, scores and records may be used for verification, validation and official championship records.

Authorised Use

Participant information is handled for authorised championship and JCA purposes in accordance with applicable policies.

Photography & Video

Photographs and videos may be used for official records, communication, promotional and archival purposes, subject to applicable privacy requirements.

Confidentiality

Participant information and records will be handled and shared responsibly for authorised purposes.

SECTION 21 — RESULT REVIEW PROCESS

When a Review May Be Requested

A participant or parent/guardian may request a review where there is a reasonably identifiable technical or procedural issue that may have affected an attempt or result.

Formal Review Email

Formal reviews must be submitted by email to:

reviewjca@gmail.com

WhatsApp messages and phone calls are not accepted for formal reviews.

Information Required

The review request must include:

• • • Participant full name
    • Global Ranking Profile ID
    • Event
    • Championship stage
    • Details of the issue
    • Supporting evidence, where available

Response

The championship team will reply within 72 hours.

Final Decision

The decision communicated through the formal review process is final and binding.

Scope of Review

A review is intended to examine an identifiable technical or procedural issue.

Submission of a review request does not automatically change a result or provide a reattempt.

SECTION 22 — FINAL DECISIONS & POLICY AMENDMENTS

Applicable Policies

Championship matters are handled according to:

• • • This Policy & Process Book
    • Regulations & Fair Play Book
    • Applicable JCA policies
    • Official championship procedures

Decisions are made by authorised championship officials.

Matters Not Specifically Covered

Where a matter is not specifically addressed in the published documents, authorised officials will review the matter using the applicable championship and JCA policies and procedures.

Policy Updates

The championship may amend, clarify or update its policies and processes when required.

Updates will be published through official championship communication platforms and will apply from the specified effective date.

Latest Published Version

Participants and parents/guardians are responsible for following the latest applicable published version of the championship policies and processes.

DOCUMENT VERSION & EFFECTIVE DATE

Document: India School Cubing Championship — Policy & Process Book

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: 27 January 2026

Last Updated: 30 October 2026

Issued by:

Prime Engage — Organizers

JCA (Junior Cube Association) — Championship Partner Version Control Note

The latest published version of this document applies from its stated effective date and supersedes earlier versions of the Policy & Process Book.