The host finished level on seven points with Iran but advanced on the head-to-head ratio as it booked a fourth consecutive appearance at the Finals.

Iran needed to avoid defeat to secure its place in the Finals.

The Persians broke the deadlock in the 19th minute after Amir Reza Valipoor controlled a through ball with a deft touch before slotting home into the bottom right corner.

India clawed its way back into the game and Dallalmuon Gangte leveled the score from the penalty spot.

The South Asian side went ahead in the 52nd minute after Amir Mahan Afroziani failed to clear a cross, leaving Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam to drill a low shot which slipped past Dorri and into the bottom right corner.

Iran pumped bodies forward but was unable mount a comeback as India held on for the win.