Overview
Annual state awards for sportspersons who have brought laurels to Bihar in National and International arenas.
Key details
- Amount / benefit value
- Bihar state sports honours and cash awards for outstanding sportspersons and coaches, conferred by the Department of Art, Culture & Youth through the Bihar State Sports Authority, along with cash incentives for national and international medallists.
- Official website
- https://biharsports.org ↗
Note: Award categories and cash values are notified year to year; the national Dhyan Chand / Arjuna awards are separate central honours.
Eligibility
- ▸ Resident of Bihar
- ▸ Medal winner in the recognized National/International event of the current year
Benefits
- ✓ Gold Medal (National): ₹2,00,000
- ✓ Silver Medal (National): ₹1,50,000
- ✓ Bronze Medal (National): ₹1,00,000
Application process
Apply through the Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA).
Official link
https://yac.bihar.gov.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Apply through the Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA).
Frequently asked questions
Who can be nominated?＋
Sportspersons domiciled in Bihar with national or international performance in the assessment year, and coaches who have produced such athletes; nominations are invited by the Bihar State Sports Authority.