May 27, 2026
What You Need to Submit for Your Record Attempt
The Indian Book of Records (IBRS) says that the achievement is only one part of the journey. The proof you send in after that makes it an officially recognized record. Even the most impressive effort can't be approved without the right paperwork as part of your record submission.
This isn't about making things hard. For you, the public, and the record itself, it is important to make sure that every record with the IBRS name on it is real, verifiable, and trustworthy.
If you're trying to break a record by yourself or with a group, this checklist will help you get ready the right way using a proper record attempt checklist.
Your record evidence is like the story of your attempt told through papers, pictures, and videos. The Indian Book of Records expert panel wasn't there for your attempt, so they have to rely on your documentation to check everything that happened.
Good record evidence helps the panel make sure that the attempt was real, that it followed the approved technical rules, that the number of participants and their performance were accurately recorded, and that the whole process was fair and open when you submit record attempt details.
One important thing to remember is that the Indian Book of Records does not give safety instructions or take any responsibility for safety during the attempt. The applicant or the organizing institution is completely responsible for making sure safety, getting the right permissions, and following the law.
You must collect and submit every item on this list if you are putting together a team record or a mass participation event. If you don't have all the documents, your application could be denied during the record submission process.
Enclosure Letter — The organizing authority must send this in officially. It is the official cover letter for your submission and shows that the organizing body is trustworthy.
Witness Statements — Statements from independent witnesses who were there in person and signed them. These people can't be participants and must be able to confirm what happened on their own.
Timekeeper Statements — A signed confirmation from the person in charge of keeping time that clearly states the exact start time, end time, and total length of the record attempt.
Participants Log Book — A log book that everyone signed. You must submit your request in Excel format if you want personalized certificates for each participant. Make sure this is ready ahead of time, especially for big events.
Photo Evidence — Photos that are clear and of high quality that show the whole attempt in order of when it happened. The pictures should show the start, middle, and end of the attempt, and they should clearly show the people involved and what they were doing.
Video Evidence — Unedited video recordings that show the whole record attempt without any breaks. Do not send in footage that has been edited or cut.
Media Coverage — If you have them, newspaper clippings or links to online news articles. This isn't required, but it makes your submission much stronger.
The paperwork you need to do a record on your own is a little different, but it's just as important. You must include all of the items listed below in your submission when you submit record attempt evidence.
Enclosure Letter with Identity Proof — Send in your enclosure letter and a copy of your Aadhaar Card. Students and people who don't have an Aadhaar Card can use any valid government-issued ID.
Witness Statements — Witnesses who saw the attempt happen and can confirm what happened have signed statements.
Timekeeper Statements — A signed note from the timekeeper confirming the exact start and end time of your attempt.
Photo Evidence — High-quality photographs that clearly capture your performance throughout the attempt.
Video Evidence — A continuous, unedited video recording that shows the full attempt with clear visibility of the activity from beginning to end.
Media Coverage — Any print or digital coverage of your attempt, if available.
All papers must be original, easy to read, and have the right labels. Make sure to send in everything by the deadline given in your Guidelines Pack. Late submissions may not be accepted for evaluation as part of your record submission.
If you don't understand something, use the Discussion Board on your IBRS login dashboard to ask questions before you try, not after. Good documentation not only helps you get approved, but it also becomes a permanent record of your success.
Be careful when you prepare. Send it in with confidence. Make history with the Indian Book of Records.
Visit Indian Book of Records for guidelines, applications, and support.