Laxman Award / Rani Laxmi Bai Award 2026: Recognition and Cash Prize for Uttar Pradesh Sportspersons
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Quick answer
The Laxman Award / Rani Laxmi Bai Award honours male and female sportspersons from Uttar Pradesh who have achieved significant results in national and international competitions. Winners receive a citation, a bronze statue, a scroll and a cash prize of ₹3,11,000. Applications are submitted offline to the district sports officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹3,11,000 cash prize with statue and citation |
| Ministry / department | Sports Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Level | State Government (Uttar Pradesh) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Laxman Award / Rani Laxmi Bai Award is a state‑level scheme launched by the Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh to honour sportspersons who have brought laurels to the state and the country. The award recognises athletes in 31 sports disciplines and provides a citation, a bronze statue of either Laxman or Rani Laxmi Bai, a scroll and a cash prize of ₹3,11,000. Eligible athletes must be native to Uttar Pradesh, have represented the state senior team for at least three consecutive years, participated in national and international competitions, and must not have any record of drug use or legal issues. The award is conferred only once per athlete and is granted through an offline application process to the district sports officer.
Benefits
- Citation
- Bronze statue of Laxman or Rani Laxmi Bai
- Scroll
- Cash prize of ₹3,11,000
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Must be a bonafide native of Uttar Pradesh
- Must have represented the state senior team for at least three consecutive years (2020-21, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2021-22)
- Must have participated in National Games/National Senior Championship and earned a medal in the year for which the award is recommended
- Must have participated in international competitions such as Olympic Games, World Championship/World Cup, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Championship, Commonwealth Championship, SAF Games
- Must not have ever consumed drugs in any competition or been found guilty in such case
- Must not have been found guilty in any suit by Hon'ble Court or in connection with sexual harassment
- Must not have participated only in National Senior Championships/National Games without international exposure
- Only one award per person
Documents required
- Two Passport-size Photograph
- Proof of age i.e. Birth certificate
- Identity proof (Aadhaar card)
- PAN card
- Domicile certificate
- Bank Passbook (Account number, IFSC code)
- Details of Sports competition/Championships of State, National & International importance covered by the applicant including profiles of Sports persons (Supporting documents)
- Any other relevant documents, as required
How to apply
- 1Download the prescribed format from the official website of the Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh
- 2Fill in all mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph and attach copies of all mandatory documents
- 3Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the respective sports officer of the concerned district
- 4Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority, ensuring it contains the date, time and a unique identification number
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this scheme?+
The objective of this scheme is to honor and support special sports personalities from Uttar Pradesh through the Laxman/Rani Laxmi Bai Award.
Who is eligible to receive financial assistance under this scheme?+
Sports personalities meeting the eligibility criteria outlined, including domicile in Uttar Pradesh, participation in state and national competitions, and outstanding performance in their sport, are eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.
What are the benefits provided under the scheme?+
Recipients are awarded a Citation, a Bronze statue of either Laxman or Rani Laxmi Bai, a Scroll, and a cash prize of ₹3,11,000.
Which department has launched this scheme?+
Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Can sports persons from other states apply for assistance under this scheme?+
No, the scheme is exclusively for the domicile of Uttar Pradesh. Only sports persons who are residents of the state are eligible to apply for financial assistance.
How many sports are included in the list for the award?+
The award is given to players of the 30 sports mentioned by the amendment, with Wushu recently included as the 31st sport.
How can I apply for the financial assistance?+
To avail of the benefit of this scheme, the applicant can fill out the form and submit it to the respective sports officer of the district. The applicant can download the application form from the official website of the Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Can I submit my application online?+
No, the mode of application is offline.
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