Overview
Specialized high-performance centers providing state-of-the-art training, sports science support, and international coaching for elite athletes.
Key details
- Age
- Elite senior/junior national squad athletes
- Amount / benefit value
- Residential; free boarding, coaching, sports science; ₹690/day diet + ₹500/day stipend.
- Official website
- https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Must be a medal winner at National/International level or identified as high potential talent
- ▸ Age group typically 12-25 years (relaxed for specific sports)
- ▸ Selection based on battery of tests and past performance records
Benefits
- ✓ Residential training with world-class boarding and lodging
- ✓ Scientific support including nutritionists, physiotherapists, and psychologists
- ✓ 100% funding for international exposure and domestic competitions
- ✓ Professional coaching and access to high-end sports equipment
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 SAI Khelo India portal or respond to periodic talent identification advertisements.
Official link
https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Apply through the SAI Khelo India portal or respond to periodic talent identification advertisements.