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Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu

SDAT Cash Incentive Scheme

A comprehensive cash incentive program to reward athletes from Tamil Nadu who bring laurels at the Olympic, World, Asian, and National levels.

Researched — source pending· 1 Aug 2026
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Last updated: 1 Aug 2026· Source: Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) — cash incentive scheme
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This entry describes the scheme as run by Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) — cash incentive scheme, but we have not yet been able to link a specific notification, G.O. or guidelines PDF for it. Treat the details below as indicative only, and confirm the current eligibility and amounts with the state sports department or on the official portal before applying.

Overview

A comprehensive cash incentive program to reward athletes from Tamil Nadu who bring laurels at the Olympic, World, Asian, and National levels.

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

  • ▸ Native of Tamil Nadu or representing Tamil Nadu for the last 3 years
  • ▸ Winning gold, silver, or bronze in recognized championships

Benefits

  • ✓ Olympic Gold: ₹2 Crore; Silver: ₹1.5 Crore; Bronze: ₹1 Crore
  • ✓ Asian Games Gold: ₹30 Lakh; Silver: ₹20 Lakh; Bronze: ₹10 Lakh
  • ✓ National Games Gold: ₹5 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

Online application via the SDAT portal within the stipulated time after the achievement.

Official link
https://www.sdat.tn.gov.in ↗
Application referrals
—visitors referred

Apply via: Online application via the SDAT portal within the stipulated time after the achievement.

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.