Biju Patnaik Sports Award Lifetime Achievement 2026: Honour for Sports Promotion in Odisha
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Quick answer
The Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement honours sportspersons from Odisha who have excelled nationally and internationally and contributed to sports promotion after retirement. Eligible candidates can apply offline by submitting a completed form with documents to the Sports & Youth Services Department. The award includes a cash prize, statue, and blazer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹3,00,000 cash award plus honours |
| Ministry / department | Sports and Youth Services Department |
| Level | State Government (Odisha) |
| Age | 45 years and above |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement in Promotion of Sports & Games is a prestigious honour by the Odisha government recognising sportspersons who have performed well nationally and internationally and continued to promote sports after retiring. It commemorates the contributions of late Biju Patnaik towards sports development in Odisha. The award encourages sports growth, honours meritorious athletes, and inspires young talents. It covers recognised sports disciplines including those for persons with disabilities.
Benefits
- Cash award of ₹3,00,000 subject to suitable candidate availability
- Statue, scroll of honour, and blazer with tie given with the award
- Travel Allowance and Daily Allowance at Grade 'A' Officer rates for awardees to attend ceremony
- Award can be given posthumously to next of kin
- Award money shared if multiple awardees selected
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Permanent resident of Odisha or resident for at least 7 years
- Good national and international sports performance
- Continued contribution to sports promotion after retirement
- Minimum age 45 years as of 1 January of award year
- No criminal conviction
- Award conferred only once per person in this category
- No use of banned substances for performance enhancement
Who cannot apply
- Persons convicted of criminal offences
- Persons found positive for banned performance enhancing drugs
- Applicants who have already received the award in this category
Documents required
- Identity proof
- Three passport size photographs
- Proof of residence
- Proof of age
- Detailed performance records at State, National, International levels with supporting documents
- Disability certificate if applicable
- Adequate documentary evidence supporting award claim
How to apply
- 1Check the Department of Sports & Youth Services Odisha website for the annual advertisement and application form
- 2Download the form or collect it from District Collector, DSOs, SPs, NYKS, Odisha Council of Sports, or Sports & Youth Services Department offices
- 3Fill in all required details and attach self-attested supporting documents
- 4Submit the completed application form to the Sports & Youth Services Department via Collector, SP, DSO, NYKS, Sports Association, or Odisha Council of Sports
- 5Await scrutiny and selection by the constituted committees
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement?+
Sportspersons from Odisha with good national and international performance who have contributed to sports promotion after retirement and meet residency, age, and conduct criteria.
How much is the cash award for this scheme?+
The cash award is ₹3,00,000 subject to availability of suitable candidates.
Can the award be given posthumously?+
Yes, the award can be given posthumously to the next of kin of the awardee.
How often is the award presented?+
The award is presented annually if suitable candidates are available; otherwise, it may not be given that year.
What documents are required to apply?+
Identity proof, photographs, proof of residence and age, detailed performance records, disability certificate if applicable, and other supporting evidence.
Is there any travel allowance for attending the award ceremony?+
Yes, awardees receive Travel Allowance and Daily Allowance at rates admissible to a Grade 'A' Officer.
Can a person receive this award more than once?+
No, the award is conferred only once per person in this category.
How to apply for the award?+
Download or collect the application form, fill it with necessary details, attach documents, and submit it to the Sports & Youth Services Department through designated authorities.
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