Start with the pieces
A standard set has nine white carrommen, nine black and one red queen. The striker is a separate piece used to play strokes.
Learn in layers
First identify the pieces. Next, watch a short demonstration and describe the objective in your own words. Keep a notebook of unfamiliar terms rather than memorising every exception at once.
Choose a rule set
Ask which rules your group or event follows before starting. Treat this page as an introduction, not an umpire’s ruling.
Rule reference
All India Carrom Federation, Laws of Carrom: https://www.indiancarrom.co.in/laws-of-carrom/ . Checked 16 October 2026. For event variations see https://www.indiancarrom.co.in/new-version-rules/ .