Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Coaching 2026: Honour Top Coaches in Odisha
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Quick answer
The Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Coaching recognises outstanding sports coaches in Odisha. Coaches who have trained athletes achieving national and international success are eligible. Applications are submitted offline through specified offices and must include supporting documents.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹1,00,000 cash prize and honours |
| Ministry / department | Sports and Youth Services Department |
| Level | State Government (Odisha) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
This scheme awards coaches in Odisha who have dedicated their careers to training athletes in major sports disciplines. It aims to promote sports development and honour those who have contributed significantly to sports excellence at national and international levels. The award includes a cash prize, a statue, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with a tie.
Benefits
- Cash award of ₹1,00,000/- annually.
- A statue, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with a tie are given.
- Awardees are invited to receive the award in person and are given T.A. and D.A. at the rate admissible to a Grade 'A' Officer.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Odisha or have stayed at least 07 years in Odisha.
- The coach should have devoted his/her career to coaching in major sports disciplines and coached athletes achieving excellence at national and international levels.
- The applicant should not have been convicted of any criminal offence.
- The award will be conferred only once in a lifetime for the concerned category.
- The award can be given posthumously to the next of kin.
Documents required
- Identity proof
- Three Passport size photographs
- Proof of Residence
- Details of Career as a Coach (Supported documents)
- Details of Qualification as a Coach (Necessary documents)
- Details regarding the sports persons coached with evidence
How to apply
- 1Every year in January, an advertisement is uploaded on the Department Website (https://sports.odisha.gov.in/) with the application format.
- 2Applicants can download the form from the website or collect it from designated offices.
- 3Fill in all details and attach all relevant documents.
- 4Send the completed application form and supporting documents to the Sports & Youth Services Department via the concerned Collector, SP, DSO, NYKS, Odisha Council of Sports, or the applicant themselves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the "Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Coaching"?+
It is a distinguished award under the "Biju Patnaik Sports Award" Scheme, honouring coaches who have contributed significantly to sports development in Odisha.
Which department has launched the Scheme?+
The Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha.
What does 'Coach' mean?+
A coach is someone employed as a coach in government departments, sports associations, private sectors, or individuals producing outstanding results in recognised Olympic and non-Olympic sports.
How often is this award presented?+
The award is presented every year, subject to the availability of suitable candidates.
What are the financial benefits associated with the award?+
The award carries a cash prize of ₹1,00,000/-.
Besides the cash award, what other honours are given to the awardees?+
A statue, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with a tie.
Is the awardee required to be present to receive the award?+
Yes, awardees are invited to receive the award in person and are given T.A. and D.A.
Is the award given posthumously if the awardee is no longer alive?+
Yes, it can be given posthumously to the next of kin.
What happens if more than one person is selected for an award in a specific year?+
The award money will be shared among the awardees.
Is the Department obligated to confer the award every year?+
No, it is not obligatory; if suitable candidates are not available, the award may not be given.
Who is eligible to apply?+
A permanent resident of Odisha or someone who has stayed at least 07 years in Odisha.
What qualifications are required?+
The coach should have dedicated their career to coaching and trained athletes achieving excellence at national and international levels.
Are there any legal considerations?+
Yes, the applicant should not have been convicted of any criminal offence.
Can a person receive the award more than once?+
No, the award is given only once in a lifetime for the respective category.
How to apply?+
Collect the application form from designated offices or download it from the official website, fill in all details, attach self-attested documents, and submit to the concerned authority.
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