1945–46 Santosh Trophy

[2] Fred Pugsley, an Anglo-Burmese footballer who had moved to India temporarily during the war, scored seven goals in Bengal's win over Rajputana.

This is a record in Santosh Trophy that was later equalled by Inder Singh in 1974-75 Jalandhar nationals.

Western India Football Association (WIFA) renamed itself as Bombay just before the tournament.

The tournament schedule was adjusted because Bengal arrived a day late.

The day after the final, a match was played between All India and Europeans.