Sarkari Yojana
Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research
About Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research
The “Assistance for Research” component of the Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports, run by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, funds scholars, universities, and institutions undertaking research relevant to Indian sport. It backs projects tackling sports-specific challenges and improving the overall standard of sports and games nationally, spanning areas like sports psychology, sports medicine, injury management, performance enhancement, sports sociology, and talent identification. Collaborative research carried out under bilateral or multilateral MoUs signed by the Ministry and its autonomous bodies is also encouraged, with grants awarded to approved projects on the basis of merit and their expected contribution to sports development in India.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be an Indian national currently…
The applicant must be an Indian national currently based in India.
They must not be older than 58
They must not be older than 58.
They must hold a Ph.D
They must hold a Ph.D. or a Master's degree in a sports-related subject.
They must either hold a permanent institutional position…
They must either hold a permanent institutional position or have a suitable arrangement with an institution.
Their research proposal or project must be approved…
Their research proposal or project must be approved by the concerned University or Institute.
The proposed research must bear directly on sports-related…
The proposed research must bear directly on sports-related issues or contribute to improving sports and games in India.
They may include details of past publications or…
They may include details of past publications or related research work, where available.
Benefits Provided
Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Research Grant:
Funding is extended for sports-related research projects.
Standard Research Funding:
Grants follow UGC norms, capped at ₹10,00,000/-.
Mega Research Projects:
Exceptional, large-scale research projects can receive assistance of up to ₹50,00,000/-.
Research Areas Supported:
Eligible study areas include sports psychology, sports medicine, injury management, performance improvement, talent identification, and sports sociology.
Institutional Research Support:
Government institutions and UGC-recognised universities working in sports are encouraged to take up research projects.
Individual Research Support:
Subject specialists and research scholars can receive assistance for eligible research and development work.
Collaborative Research:
Assistance extends to research carried out under bilateral and multilateral Memoranda of Understanding signed by the Ministry.
Validity of Assistance:
Grants remain valid for up to 2 years.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
An identity document -- passport, PAN card, driving…
An identity document -- passport, PAN card, driving licence, Aadhar Card, or similar.
A birth certificate or secondary school certificate showing…
A birth certificate or secondary school certificate showing date of birth.
A copy of the Ph.D/Masters degree certificate
A copy of the Ph.D/Masters degree certificate.
A declaration signed by the institute
A declaration signed by the institute.
The institute's approval of the research proposal
The institute's approval of the research proposal.
A synopsis of past publications or research work
A synopsis of past publications or research work.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research through the online application process outlined below.
The applicant opens the website to register and…
The applicant opens the website to register and apply for the Department of Sports' Online Schemes.
They click the 'Registration' tab to begin the…
They click the 'Registration' tab to begin the one-time registration, filling in personal details and verifying their mobile number via OTP.
Once registration succeeds, a message confirms that login…
Once registration succeeds, a message confirms that login credentials have been emailed to the registered address.
The applicant logs in with those credentials, remembering…
The applicant logs in with those credentials, remembering to refresh the captcha before clicking Log In.
After the first login, the applicant fills in…
After the first login, the applicant fills in the remaining basic details and clicks 'Update' to complete their profile.
They then click the 'Schemes' tab and apply…
They then click the 'Schemes' tab and apply for the relevant scheme. User Manual: Click here .
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
- Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are not eligible.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.