Overview
A scheme providing substantial financial rewards to athletes winning medals in Olympics, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games.
Key details
- Amount / benefit value
- Graded cash incentives from the Tamil Nadu government for medallists at the Olympics, Paralympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, World Championships and National Games, disbursed through SDAT.
- Official website
- https://www.sdat.tn.gov.in ↗
Note: Incentive slabs are revised by government order after each major games cycle — check the latest SDAT/G.O. figure before relying on an amount.
Eligibility
- ▸ Must be a native of Tamil Nadu or representing Tamil Nadu
- ▸ Won a Gold, Silver, or Bronze medal in recognized international multi-sport events
Benefits
- ✓ Olympic Gold: ₹3 Crore; Silver: ₹2 Crore; Bronze: ₹1 Crore
- ✓ Asian Games Gold: ₹30 Lakh; Silver: ₹20 Lakh; Bronze: ₹10 Lakh
- ✓ Commonwealth Games Gold: ₹30 Lakh; Silver: ₹20 Lakh; Bronze: ₹10 Lakh
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 SDAT online portal or physical submission at the SDAT head office in Chennai after achieving the feat.
Official link
https://www.sdat.tn.gov.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Apply through SDAT online portal or physical submission at the SDAT head office in Chennai after achieving the feat.
Frequently asked questions
How do I claim the incentive?＋
Apply to SDAT with the result certificate issued by the recognised national federation and proof of Tamil Nadu domicile; SDAT announces the application window after major games.