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Snooker rules & regulations
A SportSupport summary of the Snooker rulebook used by BSFI in India. This is our own sport profile, not an official Government of India or IOC classification, and it is a reference rather than a substitute for the current rulebook.
Indian governing/organising body
BSFI
Format
Standard competition formats under BSFI
Players
As per the official rulebook of the federation
Duration
As specified by the competition's playing conditions
Scoring
Snooker is scored according to the official rules published by the governing body
Key rules
- Snooker follows the international rulebook adopted by BSFI.
- Officials' decisions on the field of play are final unless a formal review system is in effect.
- Doping control follows NADA / WADA protocols for all senior competitions.
Equipment
- Standard kit and equipment as specified in the official rulebook