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| Organising body | Indian Football Association (WB) |
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| Founded | 2021 |
| Region | India (West Bengal) |
| Number of teams | 20 |
| Current champions | Murshidabad Police (1st title) |
The Uttarbanga Cup is an Indian Football Association tournament organised in North Bengal Region to scout talent from different parts of West Bengal. [1]
This tournament started on 27 February 2021. Uttarbanga Cup is an initiative to develop football and scout young, talented football players in North Bengal region. [2] [3] [4]
| Year | Winners | Score | Runners-up | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Murshidabad Police FC | 3–2 | Georgian FC, Kalimpong |
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