Overview
A financial assistance program aimed at supporting athletes for training, equipment, and international exposure.
Key details
- Amount / benefit value
- Need-based support for identified Gujarat athletes — up to ₹25 lakh per year for Olympic-level athletes, plus advanced training, customised kit and equipment, nutrition, competition expenses, expert coaching and ₹5 lakh mediclaim with accidental death insurance.
- Official website
- https://sportsauthority.gujarat.gov.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Resident of Gujarat
- ▸ Achievement at State, National, or International level
- ▸ Selection based on performance tiers (A, B, C, D)
Benefits
- ✓ Financial aid ranging from ₹2 Lakh to ₹25 Lakh per year based on performance level
- ✓ Covers diet, kit, and competition travel
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
Apply through the Sports Authority of Gujarat (SAG) portal.
Official link
https://sportsauthorityofgujarat.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Apply through the Sports Authority of Gujarat (SAG) portal.
Frequently asked questions
Who is selected under Shaktidoot?＋
Athletes of Gujarat identified on the basis of national and international performance, graded into support tiers by the Sports Authority of Gujarat; the highest tier covers Olympic-level athletes.
How do I apply?＋
Applications are invited by the Sports Authority of Gujarat / Commissionerate of Sports with performance certificates from the recognised federation; district sports offices assist with submission.