Sarkari Yojana
Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events
About Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events
The University Grants Commission, Ministry of Education, introduced “Free Education for Sports Medal Winners / Participants of National/International Events” to support medal-winning sportspersons in pursuing higher education and to encourage them toward excellence in both sport and academics. Covering national medalists and international-event participants, it aims at their all-round development.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry of Education
University Grants Commission (UGC)
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The scholarship goes to medal winners of National…
The scholarship goes to medal winners of National games and participants in international sporting events recognized by the World University Service, International Olympic Committee, or the Olympic Committee of Asia (OCA), who are admitted to:
Universities/Institutions/Colleges covered under sections 2(f) and 12(b) of the UGC Act, 1956.
Universities deemed under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, that are eligible for UGC grants-in-aid.
Universities/Institutions/Colleges funded by the Central/State Government.
Institutes of National Importance.
In later years, continuation of the scholarship depends…
In later years, continuation of the scholarship depends on the sportsperson's subsequent sporting performance.
Benefits Provided
Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Medals at Olympics, World Championship (more than 20 countries) Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M.Phil: ₹7,500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per UGC's JRF scale; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹7,500/- per month + Actual. Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Government of India norms Kit: ₹15,000 per annum Participation at Olympics, World Championship (more than 20 countries); Medal at Commonwealth, Asian, Afro-Asian Games Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M.Phil: ₹7,500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per UGC's JRF scale; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹7,500/- per month + Actual. Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Government of India norms Kit: ₹15,000 per annum Participation at World Championship (less than 20 countries), Commonwealth, Asian, and Afro-Asian Games; Medal at Asian Championship (excluding Asian Games) Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M.Phil: ₹7,500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per UGC's JRF scale; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹7,500/- per month + Actual. Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Government of India norms Kit: ₹10,000 per annum Participation at Asian Championship, World University Games; Medal at SAF Games Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M.Phil: ₹7,500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per UGC's JRF scale; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹7,500/- per month + Actual. Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Government of India norms Kit: ₹7,500 per annum Participation at SAF Games; Medal at National-level Competitions Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: 75% of Actual; PG: 75% of Actual; Diploma: 75% of Actual; PG Degree: 75% of Actual; M.Phil: ₹5,000/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: ₹7,500/- per month + Actual; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹5,000/- per month + Actual. Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Government of India norms Kit: ₹6,000 per annum
Assistance follows the pattern above, based on the…
Assistance follows the pattern above, based on the sportsperson's level of performance.
The UGC reimburses eligible financial assistance to the…
The UGC reimburses eligible financial assistance to the concerned university, which is responsible for submitting all required documents per the scheme's guidelines and proformas.
Where the sportsperson misses classes due to sporting…
Where the sportsperson misses classes due to sporting engagements, the university must make special efforts to help them complete the syllabus and meet attendance requirements.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
To Be Submitted by the Candidate through University/College -
An application in the prescribed format seeking the…
An application in the prescribed format seeking the scholarship.
A certificate proving participation/medal-winning as described under eligibility,…
A certificate proving participation/medal-winning as described under eligibility, attested by the Registrar/Principal. To Be Submitted by the concerned University/College/Institution to the UGC - Every year, the University/Institution submits a complete statement covering:
A statement listing students selected for the scholarship,…
A statement listing students selected for the scholarship, along with their receipt of the scholarship amount.
A progress report after the first year, covering…
A progress report after the first year, covering sports performance and academics.
A utilization certificate for the previous grant released
A utilization certificate for the previous grant released.
A certificate justifying continuation of the scholarship, issued…
A certificate justifying continuation of the scholarship, issued by the Director/Head of the Department and forwarded by the Registrar/Principal.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events through the online application process outlined below.
Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗
Download the prescribed application form (see Page No
Download the prescribed application form (see Page No. 5).
Fill in the application form accurately
Fill in the application form accurately.
Attach a certificate proving participation or medal-winning as…
Attach a certificate proving participation or medal-winning as eligibility proof, attested by your institution's Registrar or Principal.
Check the form and attached documents for completeness…
Check the form and attached documents for completeness and accuracy.
Submit the completed application form and required documents…
Submit the completed application form and required documents to the designated authority.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
**CANCELLATION OF SCHOLARSHIP**
UGC may terminate the scholarship of any student in the case of the:
(i) Misconduct of the candidate, if any, reported by the University/College/Institution.
(ii) Unsatisfactory progress report i.e. if the candidate frequently fails in his/her examination will not be given further assistance.
(iii) The scholarship may be terminated by the Commission, on the recommendation of the University at
anytime during the tenure and the decision of the Commission will be final and binding.
Official Application & Website
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