Eklavya Award, Sardar Patel Award and Jaidipsinhji Award 2026: Recognising Gujarat's Top Athletes
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Quick answer
This scheme recognises and rewards male sportspersons from Gujarat who have achieved excellence at state, national, or international levels. Eligible athletes can apply online through the official portal of the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial rewards for outstanding athletes |
| Ministry / department | Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department |
| Level | State Government (Gujarat) |
| For | Men |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Scheme of awarding Eklavya Award, Sardar Patel Award and Jaidipsinhji Award is a programme by the Government of Gujarat to honour outstanding male athletes. It provides financial incentives based on their performance at various levels of sports. The scheme aims to motivate sportspersons and promote sports development in the state.
Benefits
- Eklavya Senior Award: ₹1,00,000/-
- Eklavya Junior Award: ₹50,000/-
- Sardar Patel Senior Award: ₹50,000/-
- Sardar Patel Junior Award: ₹25,000/-
- Jaidipsinhji Senior Award: ₹20,000/-
- Jaidipsinhji Junior Award: ₹10,000/-
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant should be a male
- The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat
- The applicant must have made notable achievements in sports at the state, national, or international level
Who cannot apply
- Female athletes are not eligible
- Income limits are not specified
Documents required
- Domicile Certificate
How to apply
- 1Visit the homepage of the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
- 2Click on the “Registration” button on the upper-right side of the page.
- 3Fill in all the required details as per the form and submit it.
- 4After registration, check your registered email for login credentials.
- 5Select “Player” as the user type and log in using the credentials received.
- 6Click on the concerned scheme name and proceed with the application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main purpose of the scheme?+
The scheme aims to recognise and financially reward the sporting achievements of male sportspersons from Gujarat who have excelled at various levels.
Who is eligible to apply?+
Only male sportspersons who are residents of Gujarat and have achieved notable success in recognised sports events at state, national, or international levels.
What financial rewards are offered?+
The scheme offers one-time monetary incentives: ₹1,00,000/- for Eklavya Senior Award, ₹50,000/- for Eklavya Junior Award, ₹50,000/- for Sardar Patel Senior Award, ₹25,000/- for Sardar Patel Junior Award, ₹20,000/- for Jaidipsinhji Senior Award, and ₹10,000/- for Jaidipsinhji Junior Award.
Can female athletes apply?+
No, only male athletes are eligible as per current criteria.
Are there income restrictions?+
No, there are no income limits specified for applicants or their families.
How to submit an application?+
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal of the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
Who manages the scheme?+
The scheme is managed by the Sports Authority of Gujarat under the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department.
Is there any fee for applying?+
No, the application process is free of charge.
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