Settle every ping pong argument in seconds. This free, one-page printable ping pong rules sheet covers scoring, serving, lets, faults, doubles and official equipment, with the official ITTF law number next to each rule. Print it for your game room, office, school gym or club.
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What’s on the Rules Sheet
- Scoring: games to 11, win by 2, and best-of-3, 5 or 7 matches
- Who serves: two serves each, one each from 10-10, and who serves first in the next game
- A legal serve: the open palm, the 16 cm (6 inch) toss, the bounce sequence, and singles vs doubles serves
- Lets: when a point is replayed, plus two popular myths
- How you lose a point: volleys, double hits, touching the table or net, and more
- Settle the arguments: net touches, edge balls, hitting with your fingers, and going around the net
- Doubles and changing ends: including the serving rotation
- Official equipment: table, net, ball and paddle specifications
Every rule is based on the Laws of Table Tennis in the 2026 ITTF Statutes, and the sheet shows the law number for each one, so you can check the official text if there’s any doubt.
How to Print It
The PDF is designed for US Letter paper and also prints well on A4. Choose “Fit to page” in your print settings if your printer adds margins. It’s readable in black and white, but looks best in color. For a wall poster, print it at a copy shop on 11 × 17 in (tabloid) or A3 paper.
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Want the Full Explanations?
The sheet keeps every rule to a single line. For the details, examples and edge cases, read our in-depth guides:
- The complete ping pong rules
- Ping pong table dimensions and room size
- How to choose a ping pong paddle
- Table tennis tips to improve your game
- Free ping pong scoreboard and serve tracker
Printable Ping Pong Rules FAQ
Is the ping pong rules sheet really free?
Yes. You can download, print and share it for free. If you post it online, please credit Rule Ping Pong with a link.
Are these the official table tennis rules?
Yes. The sheet summarizes the official Laws of Table Tennis from the ITTF (2026 edition), with the law number next to each rule. Local leagues may add small variations.
What paper size is the rules sheet?
It’s designed for US Letter (8.5 × 11 in) and also prints on A4. For a poster, print it on tabloid (11 × 17 in) or A3.
Can I put the rules sheet on my website?
Yes, as long as you don’t alter it and you include a credit link to Rule Ping Pong. Use the embed code on this page.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Rule numbers refer to the Laws of Table Tennis (ITTF Statutes, 2026 edition).
