Budget Jersey Fabrics: LINEA-S and PINDOT-N at ₹399

By Nishanth, founder of Jaypee Sportswear. Making custom team jerseys since 2012 at our own sublimation unit in Thanjavur. Updated 31 October 2026.

Key takeaways

• Budget-friendly is ₹399 per jersey with names, numbers and logo included
• LINEA-S has no holes and crisp prints, PINDOT-N has tiny pinholes
• Both are 100% polyester at 180 GSM, printed by full sublimation
• Neither carries UV, wicking or anti-microbial finishes
• Best for gully cricket, school days, first kits and giveaways

What is budget jersey fabric?

Budget jersey fabric at Jaypee is the ₹399 tier, with two fabrics, LINEA-S and PINDOT-N. If you are searching for cheap jersey fabric that still prints sharply and lasts, this is the tier to start with.

Both are 100% polyester at 180 GSM, and both are printed by full sublimation, so the ink becomes part of the fibre and can’t crack or peel. The price includes names, numbers and logo, every size from XS to 4XL costs the same, and the minimum order is 5 pieces.

We call the tier Budget-friendly because it keeps the things that matter on a first kit, which are a solid fabric and a clean print. See the jersey fabrics hub to compare it with the other three tiers.

Who should buy budget jersey fabrics?

Budget fabrics suit gully and box cricket teams, school sports days, event and marathon tees, first team kits and tournament giveaways. They suit anyone who needs many jerseys at a low rate per piece.

A fair question is whether cheap means flimsy. At 180 GSM, both fabrics are in the heavier, longer-lasting end of the 120 to 190 GSM range that sublimated jerseys usually fall in. They are as heavy as our Elite QUARTZ-A. What they lack are the finishes and the more specialised knits of the higher tiers.

What is LINEA-S micro grid knit?

LINEA-S is a micro grid knit with no holes, a solid feel and crisp prints. Its trade name is Saleena, and it is the cheapest closed-knit fabric we make.

With no holes, the surface is flat and the print edge is sharp, which suits detailed logos and bold school colours. The 180 GSM weight gives it body, so it sits well on the shoulders and does not cling. Look at the LINEA-S page for swatch details.

It scores 3 out of 3 on our fit scale for cricket, 2 for kabaddi, volleyball, throwball, running and kho-kho, and 1 for most other sports. It is a very good choice for gully and box cricket, school sports days, and event and marathon tees where the same design is printed many times.

What is PINDOT-N pinhole micro dot knit?

PINDOT-N is a pinhole micro dot knit with rows of tiny pinholes, also at 180 GSM. Its trade name is Dotnet, and it is the budget fabric to choose when your sport involves running.

The pinholes give the surface a dotted look and let some air through, which is simple physics, more than a closed knit allows. See the PINDOT-N page for the swatch.

It scores 3 out of 3 for football and cricket, 2 for kabaddi, hockey, throwball, handball, running, futsal and kho-kho, and 1 for sports like basketball, badminton and tennis. We suggest it for budget football and cricket, school house jerseys, practice kits and tournament giveaways. Compare the two directly in LINEA-S vs PINDOT-N.

Budget jersey fabric spec table

This table sets the two Budget-friendly fabrics side by side. The price, weight and finishes match, so the choice comes down to holes and sport.

Pick LINEA-S for crisp, solid prints and cricket. Pick PINDOT-N for football and any sport where you run more than you stand.

How do you choose between LINEA-S and PINDOT-N?

Choose by the game and the design. If your players run a lot, take PINDOT-N for its pinholes. If your design has fine lines, small sponsor text or large flat colour blocks, take LINEA-S.

A closed knit gives the printer a flat, unbroken surface, so edges stay crisp. A pinhole knit has tiny gaps, and on very fine detail you may see the dotted pattern through the print. For bold school colours and house stripes, both look good. If you are unsure, ask for swatches of each on WhatsApp and hold them up to the light.

Both are 180 GSM and ₹399, so you can even mix them in one order, for example LINEA-S for the cricket team and PINDOT-N for the football team. The mockup is free and comes in 24 hours.

Which sports suit budget jersey fabrics?

Cricket is the best match, with a 3 out of 3 for both fabrics. PINDOT-N is also a 3 for football, and both fabrics are a 2 for kabaddi, throwball, running and kho-kho.

• Cricket: either fabric, with LINEA-S for solid colours and PINDOT-N for airflow. See cricket jerseys.
• Football and futsal: PINDOT-N. See football jerseys.
• Kabaddi and kho-kho: either, at a 2 out of 3.
• School sports days and house jerseys: either, depending on the design. See school jerseys.
• Marathons and events: LINEA-S for event tees that need a sharp logo.

For every sport side by side, read jersey fabric for each sport.

What do you give up against the tiers above?

Against every other tier, you give up the finishes. LINEA-S and PINDOT-N do not carry UV protection, moisture-wicking or anti-microbial treatment, and we never claim those for them.

That is the real gap. Players still sweat in a polyester knit, and the jersey still dries, but a finish helps it do both faster and stay fresher. For a 30-minute school event, you will barely notice. For a full day of tournament cricket in the sun, you may.

Step up to Club fabric GRID-E at ₹499 for a smoother surface, to Pro at ₹599 for the finishes, or to Elite at ₹699 for the top knits. We have written a comparison for each step: Club vs Budget jerseys, Pro vs Budget jerseys and Elite vs Budget jerseys.

How much does a Budget jersey team order cost?

Multiply the squad by ₹399. These are starting totals with names, numbers and logo included, and bigger orders get a lower rate per piece.

• A box cricket team of 8: 8 x ₹399 = ₹3,192.
• A gully cricket side of 15: 15 x ₹399 = ₹5,985.
• A school house team of 20: 20 x ₹399 = ₹7,980.
• A marathon event run of 30 tees: 30 x ₹399 = ₹11,970.

You get a free mockup in 24 hours, and delivery takes 7 to 10 working days after design approval. Use the size chart for sizes XS to 4XL, and see custom jerseys for kids for younger players.

When should you choose the Budget-friendly tier?

Choose Budget-friendly when cost per piece matters most and the kit is for short events, school use or a first season. It is also a good way to try a design before a bigger order.

1. You are ordering for a school, event or giveaway where the same design repeats.
2. Your team is new and wants a first kit at ₹399 per jersey.
3. Your matches are short, or you play in the shade or in the evening.
4. You plan to upgrade the kit after a season.

Ask for swatches on WhatsApp if you want to check the feel first. We deliver to Chennai, all of Tamil Nadu, India and abroad, and our Chennai page has the K.K. Nagar point. For why polyester takes sublimation so well, see the polyester overview, or contact us to begin your mockup.