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SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Staying updated on key timelines and deadlines for the SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) 2026 cycle is crucial to avoid application rejection. Below are the official opening dates, last dates for online submission, and verification schedules.
Application Deadline
31 December 2026
Applications are invited annually on the Sports Authority of India portal.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for SAI Sports Scholarship (Legacy Scheme) (Last Date & Deadlines)
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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800-208-5155, sai.scholarships@gov.in