Scholarship to Meritorious Sportspersons 2026: Annual Scholarship for Sports Achievers
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Quick answer
The scheme offers annual financial scholarships to meritorious student sportspersons in Chandigarh. Students who win top positions in inter‑school, inter‑college or state championships can apply online. Submit merit certificate and other documents through the Sports Department portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Annual Scholarship up to ₹60,000 |
| Ministry / department | Sports and Youth Department |
| Level | State Government (Chandigarh) |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Scholarship to Meritorious Sportspersons (STMSP) is a Chandigarh state scheme run by the Department of Sports. It recognises outstanding sporting achievements of students and provides them with an annual scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to the highest sports achievement in a financial year and is disbursed directly to the student’s Aadhaar‑seeded bank account.
Benefits
- ₹36,000 for 1st place in Sub‑Junior State/Inter‑School (Under‑14)
- ₹30,000 for 2nd place in Sub‑Junior State/Inter‑School (Under‑14)
- ₹24,000 for 3rd place in Sub‑Junior State/Inter‑School (Under‑14)
- ₹48,000 for 1st place in Junior/Cadet State/Inter‑School (Under‑17 & Under‑19)
- ₹42,000 for 2nd place in Junior/Cadet State/Inter‑School (Under‑17 & Under‑19)
- ₹36,000 for 3rd place in Junior/Cadet State/Inter‑School (Under‑17 & Under‑19)
- ₹60,000 for 1st place in Senior State & Inter‑College
- ₹54,000 for 2nd place in Senior State & Inter‑College
- ₹48,000 for 3rd place in Senior State & Inter‑College
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a bonafide student of a recognised or affiliated school, college or institute in Chandigarh.
- Applicant must not be an employee.
- Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh must be enrolled in a recognised or affiliated institution outside Chandigarh.
- Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh must have participated in the Chandigarh Open State Competition/Tournament conducted by the concerned State Association.
- Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh must submit an undertaking stating that no sports scholarship has been claimed from any other State or Union Territory.
- Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh must possess a valid residence certificate showing at least 3 years of residence before the application date.
- Applicant must represent Chandigarh in eligible State‑level competitions organised by the Education Department, Panjab University or sports associations recognised or affiliated with the Chandigarh Olympic Association or Chandigarh Sports Council.
- Applicant’s sports achievement must belong to the relevant scholarship category based on the date of competition.
- Applicant can receive scholarship for only one highest sports achievement in a financial year.
- Applicant’s achievement in individual or team events must be through a competition having at least 7 competitors or 7 participating teams/units, except for Para/Specially‑Abled sportspersons.
- The concerned sport must be included in the Chandigarh Sports Policy.
- The concerned Sports Association must be affiliated with the Chandigarh Olympic Association or recognised by the Chandigarh Sports Council.
- The National Federation of the concerned sport must be recognised by the Indian Olympic Association and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Documents required
- Merit Certificate issued by the concerned sports association.
- Bonafide Certificate from school, college or institute.
- Student Identity Card.
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant.
- Residence Certificate (for Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh).
- Self‑undertaking regarding non‑availing of sports scholarship from another State/Union Territory (for Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh).
- Aadhaar‑seeded bank account details.
How to apply
- 1Visit the Sports Department portal at https://sportsdeptt.chd.gov.in/.
- 2Fill in the online scholarship application form.
- 3Upload all required documents.
- 4Submit the application online.
- 5Department verifies the merit certificate through the concerned sports association, district education officer or Panjab University.
- 6Approved scholarship amounts are transferred directly to the applicant’s Aadhaar‑linked bank account.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the scholarship?+
Eligible bonafide students studying in recognised institutions who meet the prescribed sports achievement criteria.
Are employees eligible?+
No. The scholarship is only for students.
Can Chandigarh residents studying outside Chandigarh apply?+
Yes. They can apply if they satisfy the additional eligibility conditions prescribed under the scheme.
Can open school or distance education students apply?+
No. Such students are not eligible.
How many scholarships can a player receive in one financial year?+
Only one scholarship for the highest sports achievement.
Is there any minimum participation requirement?+
Yes. Generally, competitions should have at least 7 competitors or 7 participating teams, except for Para/Specially‑Abled sportspersons.
How is the scholarship amount paid?+
Through Direct Benefit Transfer to the applicant’s Aadhaar‑linked bank account.
Which competitions are considered?+
Eligible Inter‑School, Inter‑College and State‑level competitions organised by recognised authorities.
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