Khelo India Sports Scholarship Scheme
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India · All India
Amount
₹6.3 Lakh+
Deadline
31 Dec
Status
Open now
Provider Type
Government
Application Mode
Online
Total Awards
3,000
About the Program
The Khelo India Sports Scholarship provides identified talented young athletes with a package worth ₹6.28 Lakh per year, including a ₹1.2 Lakh out-of-pocket annual allowance.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹6.3 Lakh+
Total financial assistance of ₹6.28 Lakh per annum, which includes a ₹1.2 Lakh out-of-pocket allowance and ₹5.08 Lakh for training and academy costs.
Annual support of ₹6.28 Lakh: ₹10,000 monthly out-of-pocket stipend (₹1.2L/yr via DBT) plus fully covered specialized coaching, boarding, lodging, nutrition, kits, and medical insurance at Khelo India Academies.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Class 9-12, Graduation (UG), Post-Graduation (PG)
- Course / stream: Relevant courses
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All, Sports
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Aadhaar Card (Aadhaar-linked Bank Account)
- —Age Proof Certificate
- —Sports Achievement Certificates from recognized National/State Games
- —NSRS ID (National Sports Repository System Registration)
- —Bonafide Student/School Certificate
Selection Process
Talent Identification Committee scouts candidates based on performances at recognized school, university, state, and national tournaments, followed by fitness trials.
Renewal Policy
Renewable annually up to 8 years, subject to clearing biometric, performance, and physical assessment audits at certified academies.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Register on the National Sports Repository System (NSRS) portal.
- 2
Participate in state, national, or specialized talent scouting trials (like KIRTI).
- 3
Compete in Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) or Khelo India University Games (KIUG).
- 4
Upon talent committee selection, complete bio-profiling and physical tests.
- 5
Receive the Khelo India Athlete (KIA) letter and complete academy mapping.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 December 2026
Talent identification and enrollment run throughout the year via state and national selection trials.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can I apply directly online for this scholarship?
No direct application exists for the financial grant. You must register on the NSRS portal and be scouted/selected through Khelo India trials and games.
How long can an athlete receive this support?
The scholarship and academy support is provided for a maximum duration of 8 years, subject to annual performance audits.
Is the out-of-pocket allowance paid in cash?
No, the ₹10,000 monthly out-of-pocket stipend is credited directly to the athlete's Aadhaar-linked bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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