What is the structure of Indian cricket and which teams do you have to get in to finally make it to the Indian team where do selections take place?

Answer 1

The traditional route has been something like this:

School Team

College Team

Ranji Trophy (or Duleep Trophy, Deodhar Trophy)

India Under-19

National Team

With the advent of IPL, things have changed. We are seeing players who have not played Ranji Trophy but get selected in the National squad.

Ultimately, the final criterion is to play well at any level or in any team to attract the attention of National Selectors.