Government SchemeVerified for 2026

SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) Eligibility Criteria 2026

To qualify for the SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) 2026 program, candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria set by Sports Authority of India (SAI). This includes academic benchmarks, category-specific requirements, and gender limits for students residing in All India.

Qualifying Mark/PercentPassing marks only
Target Education LevelsClass 9-12, Graduation (UG), Post-Graduation (PG)
Eligible Caste/CategoriesGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All, Sports
Gender LimitAll

Residency/Domicile Requirements

Must be a citizen of India.

FAQs for SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) (Eligibility Criteria)

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.