Overview
This scheme extends training facilities to schools and colleges with existing infrastructure to encourage sports alongside academics without requiring athletes to stay in residential hostels.
Key details
- Age
- 10–14 years (feeder to STC)
- Amount / benefit value
- Non-residential — free coaching, equipment and kit. No stipend.
- Official website
- https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Age group 10-18 years
- ▸ Student of the host institution or nearby locality
- ▸ Proven merit at District or State level competitions
Benefits
- ✓ Non-residential training support
- ✓ Stipend: ₹6,000 to ₹10,000 per annum
- ✓ Sports kit allowance: ₹4,000 per annum
- ✓ Coaching under SAI-deputed or empanelled coaches
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
Through the head of the school/college tied up with the SAI regional center.
Official link
https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Through the head of the school/college tied up with the SAI regional center.