India have defeated Maldives 2-0 in the last Group B match of the seven-nation SAFF Suzuki Cup at Bangabandhu National Stadium on Sunday.
Defending champions India took the lead on the 36th minute with a goal scored by midfielder Nikhil Poojari.
Indian forward Manvir Singh doubled the margin on the 44th minute.
Seven-time champion India dominated throughout the match.
India will play Group A runners-up Pakistan in the second semifinal while the Maldives will take on Group A Champions Nepal in the 1st semifinal slated for Sept 12.
Despite losing on Sunday, Maldives reached into the semifinals from three-team Group B, favoured by toss winning.
The Maldives and Sri Lanka tied on one point each from two games apiece with a draw and a loss against India by 0-2 margins.
Sri Lanka was eliminated from the race, starting the campaign with 0-2 against India and a goalless loss against the Maldives.