Sarkari Yojana
Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure
About Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure
The “Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure” component of the “Khelo India Scheme” is a centrally sponsored initiative run by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, that builds and upgrades sports infrastructure nationwide through financial assistance for modern facilities, sports science infrastructure, and equipment for eligible entities. It backs both new (Greenfield) and existing (Brownfield) infrastructure projects that fix critical gaps, promoting inclusive, accessible, environmentally sustainable, community-oriented sports facilities. Assistance for sports science infrastructure and equipment is also available, based on specific needs and recommendations.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Eligible Entities:
Governments of the States
Governments of the States
Sports Councils of the States
Sports Councils of the States
Sports Authorities of the States
Sports Authorities of the States
Schools run by the State
Schools run by the State
Universities of the State
Universities of the State
Schools run under the Central Government
Schools run under the Central Government
Colleges run under the Central Government
Colleges run under the Central Government
Universities run under the Central Government
Universities run under the Central Government
Sports Control Boards attached to Central Ministries
Sports Control Boards attached to Central Ministries
Organizations of the Defence forces
Organizations of the Defence forces
Paramilitary Organizations
Paramilitary Organizations
The Sports Authority of India (SAI)
The Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Autonomous Bodies of the Central Government
Autonomous Bodies of the Central Government
Benefits Provided
Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Infrastructure Development Grant:
Funding is given to build and upgrade sports…
Funding is given to build and upgrade sports infrastructure throughout India. Synthetic Athletic Track:
An 8-lane Synthetic Athletic Track can receive up…
An 8-lane Synthetic Athletic Track can receive up to ₹9.50 crore.
A 4-lane Synthetic Athletic Track can receive up…
A 4-lane Synthetic Athletic Track can receive up to ₹6.50 crore. Hockey Infrastructure:
A Synthetic Hockey Field is eligible for up…
A Synthetic Hockey Field is eligible for up to ₹6.50 crore.
A Synthetic Hockey Field with Lighting is eligible…
A Synthetic Hockey Field with Lighting is eligible for up to ₹8.00 crore.
A Natural Hockey Field is eligible for up…
A Natural Hockey Field is eligible for up to ₹2.60 crore. Football Infrastructure:
Natural Football Field
Natural Football Field: as much as ₹3.20 crore.
Synthetic Football Turf
Synthetic Football Turf: as much as ₹6.00 crore. Multipurpose Sports Hall
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 60m × 40m ×…
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 60m × 40m × 12.5m: up to ₹14.00 crore.
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 40m × 20m ×…
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 40m × 20m × 9m: up to ₹11.83 crore.
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 36m × 20m ×…
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 36m × 20m × 9m: up to ₹7.50 crore.
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 18.5m × 17.5m ×…
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 18.5m × 17.5m × 7.5m: up to ₹3.00 crore.
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 17.5m × 10m ×…
A Multipurpose Hall measuring 17.5m × 10m × 7.5m: up to ₹1.75 crore. Swimming Pool Infrastructure:
A Swimming Pool of 25m × 25m may…
A Swimming Pool of 25m × 25m may get up to ₹3.50 crore.
A Swimming Pool of 50m × 25m may…
A Swimming Pool of 50m × 25m may get up to ₹6.50 crore.
An All-Weather Swimming Pool may get up to…
An All-Weather Swimming Pool may get up to ₹8.00 crore. Other Sports Facilities
Lawn Tennis Court
Lawn Tennis Court: a ceiling of ₹1.50 crore.
Archery Range
Archery Range: a ceiling of ₹1.50 crore.
Squash Court
Squash Court: a ceiling of ₹6.00 crore. Sports Science And Equipment Support
Sports Science Infrastructure and Sports Equipment may receive…
Sports Science Infrastructure and Sports Equipment may receive grant-in-aid on the basis of specific proposals approved by the competent authority. Community Access
Facilities built under the scheme should be open…
Facilities built under the scheme should be open to local communities, schools, colleges, sports associations, women, and persons with disabilities.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
The Detailed Project Report (DPR)
The Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Cost estimates prepared on the Delhi Schedule Of…
Cost estimates prepared on the Delhi Schedule Of Rates (DSR) 2021
Designs and technical drawings of the project
Designs and technical drawings of the project
The Bill Of Quantities (BOQ)
The Bill Of Quantities (BOQ)
A certificate proving ownership of the land
A certificate proving ownership of the land
Certificate of clearance for the land
Certificate of clearance for the land
A certificate confirming the land is free of…
A certificate confirming the land is free of encumbrances
A report justifying the project
A report justifying the project
An undertaking to meet any cost exceeding the…
An undertaking to meet any cost exceeding the admissible grant
A plan for maintaining the assets
A plan for maintaining the assets
A certificate of compliance with accessibility norms
A certificate of compliance with accessibility norms
A plan for community use of the facility
A plan for community use of the facility
For approved projects, the Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU)…
For approved projects, the Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) signed with the executing agency
For approved projects, the award letter given to…
For approved projects, the award letter given to the contractor
A Utilization Certificate, needed for subsequent fund releases
A Utilization Certificate, needed for subsequent fund releases
A report on physical progress
A report on physical progress
Photos of the project site
Photos of the project site
A Completion Certificate once the project is finished
A Completion Certificate once the project is finished
The audited Statement Of Expenditure
The audited Statement Of Expenditure
Any further documents that may be required
Any further documents that may be required.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure through the online application process outlined below.
The Entity prepares a Detailed Project Report (DPR)…
The Entity prepares a Detailed Project Report (DPR) with all required technical and financial details.
The applicant submits the proposal through the concerned…
The applicant submits the proposal through the concerned Department of Sports of the State or Union Territory.
Central Universities, Sports Control Boards, Sports Authority of…
Central Universities, Sports Control Boards, Sports Authority of India, and eligible Central entities may submit proposals via the prescribed route in the guidelines.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports examines…
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports examines the proposal.
The Project Appraisal Committee (PAC) evaluates the proposal
The Project Appraisal Committee (PAC) evaluates the proposal.
Recommended proposals go before the Departmental Project Approval…
Recommended proposals go before the Departmental Project Approval Committee (DPAC).
Approved projects get sanctioned and funds released per…
Approved projects get sanctioned and funds released per scheme norms.
The grantee implements the project and submits progress…
The grantee implements the project and submits progress reports, utilization certificates, and completion certificates.
Official Application & Website
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