Overview
A comprehensive reward system for athletes from Manipur who bring laurels to the state in recognized championships.
Key details
- Amount / benefit value
- Cash awards notified by the Department of Youth Affairs & Sports, Manipur for medal winners at Olympic, Asian, Commonwealth, World Championship, National Games and National Championship level, with graded amounts by event tier and medal colour. Coaches of medal winners are also eligible for an award.
- Official website
- https://yas.mn.gov.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Native of Manipur
- ▸ Medal achievement in Olympics, World Championships, Asian Games, or National Games
Benefits
- ✓ Olympic Gold: ₹1 Crore
- ✓ Olympic Silver: ₹75 Lakh
- ✓ Olympic Bronze: ₹50 Lakh
- ✓ Commonwealth/Asian Gold: ₹15 Lakh to ₹20 Lakh depending on event
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
Application to the Director, Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of Manipur.
Official link
https://yasmanipur.gov.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Application to the Director, Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of Manipur.
Frequently asked questions
How do I claim the cash award?＋
Apply to the Directorate of Youth Affairs & Sports, Manipur with your domicile certificate, the result sheet/certificate issued by the recognised federation and a bank account in your own name.
Are team-event medallists covered?＋
Yes — team medallists receive the notified amount per eligible member of the medal-winning squad.