Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Sportspersons |
| Level | State, Jharkhand |
| Field | Sports & Culture |
| How to apply | Offline |
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Overview

The “Jharkhand Sports Excellence Cash Award Scheme to Players” aims to provide cash awards to athletes for exceptional achievements in national and international competitions, as per the Jharkhand Sports Policy, 2022.
The “Jharkhand Sports Excellence Cash Award Scheme to Players” was launched by the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to provide cash awards to athletes for exceptional achievements in national and international competitions, as per the Jharkhand Sports Policy, 2022. Encourages sports participation and enhances Jharkhand's reputation nationally and internationally.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
Cash Awards for Medal
| S. No | Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Partnership |
| 1 | Summer/Winter Olympic Games | Rs. 5,00,00,000/- | Rs. 3,00,00,000/- | Rs. 2,00,00,000/- | Rs. 7,00,000/- |
| 2 | Paralympic Games | Rs. 25,00,000/- | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| 3 | Youth Olympic Games | Rs. 25,00,000/- | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| 4 | World Cup/World Championship Senior (every 4 years) | Rs. 50,00,000/- | Rs. 35,00,000/- | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
| World Cup/World Championship Junior (every 4 years) | Rs. 25,00,000/- | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- | |
| World Cup/World Championship Sub-junior (every 4 years) | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 5,00,000/- | Rs. 50,000/- | |
| 5 | World Cup/World Championship Senior (held every 1 year to 2 years) | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| World Cup/World Championship Junior (held every 1 year to 2 years) | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 5,00,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- | |
| World Cup/World Championship Sub-junior (held every 1 year to 2 years) | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 5,00,000/- | Rs. 3,00,000/- | Rs. 50,000/- | |
| 6 | Asia Cup | Rs. 15,00,000/- | Rs. 12,00,000/- | Rs. 10,00,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- |
| 7 | Asian Games | Rs. 40,00,000/- | Rs. 25,00,000/- | Rs. 12,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| 8 | Commonwealth Games (Every 4 years) | Rs. 40,00,000/- | Rs. 25,00,000/- | Rs. 12,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- |
| 9 | Intercontinental Championship | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 5,00,000/- | Rs. 3,00,000/- | Rs. 40,000/- |
| 10 | Asian Championships/Commonwealth Championships Senior | Rs. 7,00,000/- | Rs. 5,00,000/- | Rs. 3,00,000/- | Rs. 50,000/- |
| Asian Championships/Commonwealth Championships Junior |
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| SAF Games Junior |
Rs. 50,000/-
| 22 | World Marathon Divyang Games Competition | Rs. 2,00,000/- | Rs. 1,50,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- | Rs. 50,000/- |
| 23 | Asian/ Commonwealth Disabled Sports Competition | Rs. 1,50,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- | Rs. 75,000/- | - |
| 24 | Special Olympics (National) Divyang Sports Competition | Rs. 1,00,000/- | Rs. 75,000/- | Rs. 50,000/- | - |
Special awards for breaking records a new world record, a new Asian record, and a new national record in individual events:
- World Record: Rs. 5,00,000/-
- Asian Record: Rs. 3,00,000/-
- National Record: Rs. 2,00,000/-
Maximum Cash Award for Exceptional Achievements:
- Up to Rs. 10,00,000/- subject to the Chief Minister's approval.
Eligibility
- Age
- 5 to 40 years
- State
- Jharkhand
- The applicant should be a sportsperson.
- The Athletes must represent Jharkhand in competitions recognized by national/international Olympic committees.
- The Athletes must have secured a medal or participated in such competitions.
- The record-setting athletes are eligible for additional cash incentives.
- Awards for one competition are based on the highest achievement if multiple medals are won.
Who cannot apply
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Application steps
Offline
Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Sports Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Questions and answers
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Athletes representing Jharkhand in recognized national/international competitions are eligible.
Are team event participants eligible for awards?
Yes, team members receive equivalent cash awards per person.
What is the maximum cash award for exceptional achievements?
Up to Rs. 10,00,000, subject to the Chief Minister's approval.
What incentives are available for breaking records?
World Record: Rs. 5,00,000, Asian Record: Rs. 3,00,000, National Record: Rs. 2,00,000.
Can an athlete receive multiple awards for one competition?
Only the highest achievement is considered for the award.
What is the application process?
Applications must be submitted through the District Sports Officer using the prescribed form.
What documents are needed for the application?
Residency proof, medal/participation certificate, and filled application form are required.
Where can I obtain the application form?
The form can be downloaded online or collected from the District Sports Office.
Who verifies the application?
The District Sports Officer verifies the application before submission to the award committee.
Can I apply if I participated but didn’t win a medal?
Yes, participants in recognized events are eligible.
Where can I get more information?
Contact the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs or the District Sports Office for assistance.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Apply on sports.jharkhand.gov.in
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines sports.jharkhand.gov.in, PDF
- Official Website sports.jharkhand.gov.in
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