[1][2] India are the defending champions, who won their fifth title in 2023 by defeating Bangladesh in the final.

[3] All matches were held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan.

[1][2] Sri Lanka are ineligible for participation as they are suspended by FIFA.

The draw was held in BFF House in Dhaka, Bangladesh on 22 July 2023 at 12:00 BST (UTC+6).

[5] Players born on or after 1 January 2007 are eligible to compete in the tournament.