Overview
Highest sports award for senior category players who have achieved excellence in national and international tournaments.
Key details
- Amount / benefit value
- Vikram Award — Madhya Pradesh's top honour for senior sportspersons, with a cash prize, statuette and citation awarded annually by the Department of Sports & Youth Welfare.
- Official website
- https://dsywmp.gov.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Native of Madhya Pradesh
- ▸ Must have participated in recognized senior national or international competitions for the last 5 years
- ▸ Medal winners in National Games or International events
Benefits
- ✓ Cash prize of ₹2 Lakh
- ✓ Blazer, citation, and shield
- ✓ Preference in government jobs in MP
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 MP sports department's official website or District Sports Office.
Official link
https://dsywmp.gov.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Apply through the MP sports department's official website or District Sports Office.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Vikram and Eklavya awards?＋
The Vikram Award recognises senior sportspersons of Madhya Pradesh, while the Eklavya Award recognises junior athletes; both are announced annually by the state sports department.
How do I apply?＋
The Department of Sports & Youth Welfare invites applications each year; entries are submitted with performance certificates attested by the recognised state association.