SportsSaturday, 18 April 2026·The Hindu
MCA becomes first state cricket body in India to launch central contract system for domestic players
Mumbai Cricket Association launched a central contract system on 16 April 2026 for domestic players from the 2026-27 season.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 16 April 2026, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) became the first state-level cricket body in India to introduce a formal central contract system for domestic players, effective from the 2026-27 season.
Key specifics
- The contract system was announced on 16 April 2026.
- It will operate from the 2026-27 season.
- Grade A players will receive ₹12 lakh to ₹20 lakh per annum.
- Grade B players will receive ₹8 lakh to ₹12 lakh per annum.
- Grade C players will receive a fixed ₹8 lakh per annum.
Exam lens
Question type: sports administration and domestic cricket MCQ, MCA, 2026-27 season, ₹12 lakh to ₹20 lakh, first state body; TNPSC may ask which association introduced the contract system and the salary slabs.