State Mountaineering Reward Scheme 2026: ₹25,000 Award, Eligibility & How to Apply
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The State Mountaineering Reward Scheme by the Government of Gujarat honours adventurers who have scaled heights of 7,000 metres once or 6,000 metres twice. Selected recipients receive a cash prize of ₹25,000 along with a memento and certificate. Eligible candidates can download Annexure-A from the department portal and submit the completed form offline in duplicate.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹25,000 cash award, memento and certificate |
| Ministry / department | Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department |
| Level | State Government (Gujarat) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
Administered by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department of Gujarat, the State Mountaineering Reward Scheme aims to encourage and reward the state's youth in high-risk adventure pursuits such as mountaineering, summiting, and rock climbing. Outstanding achievers whose climbs are validated by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation are granted financial recognition and formal commendation every year. The award may also be conferred posthumously upon application by the legal heir.
Benefits
- One-time cash award of ₹25,000 per recipient
- Commemorative memento
- Formal certificate of achievement
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a native of Gujarat (domicile holder).
- Applicant must have climbed a height of 7,000 metres once OR a height of more than 6,000 metres twice.
- Climbing achievement must be officially certified by the Director of the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF).
- Applicant must have a clean police record with no involvement in criminal activity.
- Legal heirs may apply on behalf of deceased achievers for posthumous consideration.
Who cannot apply
- Individuals who have already received an award in this field in previous years are not eligible.
Documents required
- Duly filled Application Form (Annexure-A, in duplicate)
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Address
- Domicile Certificate proving Gujarat nativity
- Educational qualification details
- Photographs of the sporting or adventure activity
- Certificate from the Director of Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) confirming the qualifying climb
- Police Verification Certificate confirming no criminal involvement
How to apply
- 1Visit the official website of the Sports, Youth & Cultural Activities Department at sycd.gujarat.gov.in.
- 2Navigate to the 'Schemes' section and choose 'State Mountaineering Reward Scheme'.
- 3Download the prescribed application form in Annexure-A.
- 4Complete the application form clearly, ensuring all contact information and phone numbers are provided.
- 5Assemble the required documents and submit the application form along with proofs in duplicate offline within the deadline.
- 6Wait for the State Level Selection Committee to scrutinise your application and finalise the awards list.
Frequently asked questions
How much cash prize is given under the State Mountaineering Reward Scheme?+
Eligible awardees receive a cash prize of ₹25,000 along with a memento and certificate.
What height must an applicant climb to be eligible for this award?+
The applicant must have climbed a height of 7,000 metres once, or a height of more than 6,000 metres at least twice.
Who verifies the climbing achievements of the applicant?+
The achievement must be verified and certified by the Director of the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF).
Can a person get this reward more than once?+
No, individuals who have previously received an award in this field are excluded from receiving it again.
Can family members apply if the climber has passed away?+
Yes, this award can be conferred posthumously, and the legal heir of the awardee must submit the application.
Is the application process online or offline?+
The form must be downloaded from the official website and submitted in duplicate through offline mode along with required documents.
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