Overview
A specialized scheme to identify and nurture natural talent from specific geographical regions and ethnic communities for competitive sports.
Eligibility
- ▸ Must belong to identified tribal, rural, or coastal areas
- ▸ Age group typically 10 to 18 years
- ▸ Demonstrated natural aptitude in specific sports like Archery, Athletics, or Water Sports
Benefits
- ✓ Residential training with free food and accommodation
- ✓ Monthly stipend and kit expenses
- ✓ Medical expenses and competition travel coverage
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
Open selection trials conducted by SAI in targeted rural and tribal belts
Official link
https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Open selection trials conducted by SAI in targeted rural and tribal belts