SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme)
About the Program
The SAI Sports Scholarship offers annual cash grants of up to ₹10,200 to active school and collegiate student-athletes performing at state and national levels.
Benefits & Financial Support
Annual cash scholarship of ₹6,600 (State Level), ₹8,400 (National Level), or ₹10,200 (College/University Level) based on performance in the previous calendar year.
Inclusions
Annual direct cash grant to support educational and training expenses of student-athletes.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Class 9-12, Graduation (UG), Post-Graduation (PG)
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Merit-based selection of active student-athletes based on positions/medals secured in recognized school, state, or national championships during the previous calendar year.
Renewal Policy
Not automatically renewed
student-athletes must submit a fresh application each year with certificates of active performance in that year.
Application Process
- 1
Register profile on the National Sports Repository System (NSRS).
- 2
Navigate to the SAI Scholarship application link.
- 3
Enter details of school, state, or national tournament medals.
- 4
Upload age proof, school certificate, and sports merit certificates.
- 5
Submit online and track the regional centre validation.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 December 2026
Applications are invited annually on the Sports Authority of India portal.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What are the scholarship amounts for different levels?
The legacy scheme provides ₹6,600/year for State-level position holders, ₹8,400/year for National-level, and ₹10,200/year for College/University-level athletes.
Q.Can employed athletes apply?
No, candidates must be active students enrolled in regular academic courses and must not be in receipt of any regular salary or other scholarship.
Q.How are the funds transferred?
Approved scholarship amounts are disbursed directly to the student-athlete's Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT.
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