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Directorate of Education (Sports Branch), Delhi

Play and Progress Scheme

Provides financial assistance to budding sportspersons of Delhi for training and nutrition.

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Last updated: 1 Aug 2026· Source: Directorate of Education (Sports Branch), Govt. of NCT of Delhi — 'Play & Progress' scheme circular
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Overview

Provides financial assistance to budding sportspersons of Delhi for training and nutrition.

Key details

Amount / benefit value
Financial assistance to upcoming school sportspersons of Delhi for training, coaching, kit and competition expenses in identified games (athletics, badminton, swimming, hockey, wrestling, cricket, football, boxing, gymnastics, kabaddi, basketball, judo/karate, table tennis, baseball).
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Eligibility

  • ▸ Resident of Delhi for 3 years.
  • ▸ Student of a school in Delhi.
  • ▸ Age below 17 years for initial entry.

Benefits

  • ✓ Financial assistance up to ₹2 Lakh for athletes up to 14 years.
  • ✓ Financial assistance up to ₹3 Lakh for athletes aged 14-17 years.

Documents required

  • ▪ Aadhaar card
  • ▪ Proof of age (birth certificate / school certificate)
  • ▪ Domicile / residence proof
  • ▪ Recent passport-size photograph
  • ▪ Sports achievement certificates (state / national)
  • ▪ Bank account details (passbook copy)
  • ▪ Coach / academy recommendation letter (if applicable)
  • ▪ Medical fitness certificate

Application process

Online application through the Delhi Government sports portal.

Application referrals
—visitors referred

Apply via: Online application through the Delhi Government sports portal.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible?+

Talented students studying in schools situated in Delhi who meet the ranking/performance criteria set out in the scheme circular for their age category and sport.

How do I apply?+

Through the school, on the format circulated by the Sports Branch, Directorate of Education, Chhatrasal Stadium, Model Town, Delhi.