Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA) Sports Scholarship
Bihar State Sports Authority, Government of Bihar · Bihar
| Scheme Name | Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA) Sports Scholarship |
| Provided By | Bihar State Sports Authority, Government of Bihar |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA) Sports Scholarship offers up to ₹20 Lakhs per year (Utkarsh, Saksham, and Prerna categories) to support student-athletes domiciled in Bihar.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20.0 Lakh+
Annual scholarship assistance of up to ₹20 Lakh (Utkarsh category), up to ₹5 Lakh (Saksham category), or up to ₹3 Lakh (Prerna category) disbursed via DBT.
Covers specialized sports training, coaching fees, international/national tournament registration and travel, nutrition, gear, and sports science support.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 9-12, Graduation (UG), Post-Graduation (PG) |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All, Sports |
| Domicile State | Bihar |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Bihar Domicile Certificate
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Sports Achievement Certificates (State/National representation)
- ✓Detailed training/coaching budget proposal
- ✓Bonafide Student Certificate
- ✓Bank Passbook
Selection Process
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A high-level sports committee screens applications
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Selection and category mapping (Utkarsh/Saksham/Prerna) depend on tournament level and medal position.
Renewal Policy
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Subject to annual review
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Sportsmen must submit progress reports certified by their coach and show active championship participation.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Visit the Bihar Sports Scholarship portal (scholarship.biharsports.org).
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Register and fill in personal details and residency proof.
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Enter details of tournaments played and ranks secured.
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Upload domicile certificate, Aadhar, marksheets, and sports certificates.
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Submit online and track the status of physical review by the selection board.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the three categories under this scheme?
The scheme divides recipients into Utkarsh (up to ₹20 Lakh/yr for international levels), Saksham (up to ₹5 Lakh/yr for national levels), and Prerna (up to ₹3 Lakh/yr for state/emerging levels).
Do I need to submit a paper copy of my application?
No, the process is fully online through the official portal scholarship.biharsports.org. Keep original documents ready for physical verification if called.
Can a player representing another state apply?
No, the applicant must have a valid Bihar domicile certificate and must have represented Bihar or India in recognized tournaments.
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