The eight: NCDC Vipers, Kroton Hela Wigmen, Agmark Rabaul Gurias, Reigning premiers Lae Snax Tigers, Bintangor Goroka Lahanis, Waghi Tumbe, PRK Mendi Muruks and EPG Enga Mioks.
Chairman of the newly revamped PNG National Rugby League Competition, Adrian Chow said nine applications to participate were received.
The application from the Mt Hagen Eagles was rejected.
“The Executive Management Board considered all the applications thoroughly and did not accept the Eagles application because it is determined to manage a national competition free of violence.