Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Selection Process 2026
Candidates for the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) 2026 are evaluated and ranked based on pre-defined parameters. Understand how merit lists are generated, income verification priorities, and the final disbursement flow of the up to ₹6,00,000 annually benefit.
How Candidates are Selected
Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) selects athletes based on physiological assessment, international rankings, performance consistency, and expert recommendations from coaches/federations.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) (Selection Process)
Q.How do I apply directly to the TOPS scheme?
There is no general direct online application form. Athletes are monitored and selected proactively by the Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) based on national/international performances.