Overview
The highest national recognition for outstanding achievements in the field of adventure on land, sea, and air.
Key details
- Age
- No age limit; awarded for outstanding achievement in adventure activities.
- Amount / benefit value
- ₹15 lakh cash award with a statuette and citation, in the categories Land Adventure, Water Adventure, Air Adventure and Lifetime Achievement.
- Official website
- https://awards.gov.in ↗
Eligibility
- ▸ Individuals who have shown outstanding achievement and excellence in the field of adventure sports (Land, Water, Air).
- ▸ Includes a category for Lifetime Achievement.
Benefits
- ✓ Cash prize of ₹15 lakh.
- ✓ Statue and certificate.
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
Nominations are invited by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports annually.
Official link
https://yas.nic.in ↗Application referrals
—visitors referred
Apply via: Nominations are invited by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports annually.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply?＋
Self-nomination and nominations by recognised adventure bodies are accepted online on the National Sports Awards portal (awards.gov.in) during the annual window, usually announced around April–May.