The striker scored in the 30th and 44th minutes, before partner Vivek added a third on 84 minutes, to ensure three points for his team even as Jammu and Kashmir bowed out of the championship.
JK had drawn level at 1-1 in the 33rd minute through Rohit Kumar. Vikas also won the Man of the Match prize.
In another match, host Kerala defeated U.P. By 3-2. First goal was hit by Usman P in the 14th minute. The goal came off in a penalty.
UP's first goal came during first half injury time by Biru Yadav and the second goal came in the second half injury time and was hit by Vikas Kaira.
In the C group, Kerala is leading by 6 points.
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