"We have received in-principle approval from the Gujarat government and Asia Aquatics. The MoU is in its early stages and should be signed by March or mid-April," Swimming Federation of India Secretary-General Monal Chokshi told PTI.
The 10th Asian Age Group Championships in 2019 was the last international swimming event hosted by India.
The championship will feature swimming, diving, artistic swimming, and water polo.
Ahmedabad remains central to India's 2036 Olympic bid, with the Naranpura Sports Complex - set for completion next month - designed as an Olympic-standard venue for multiple sports, including swimming and wrestling.
The national junior championship will serve as as a test event for the Asian Championship.