Financial Assistance to Sportspersons to Pursue Sports Coaching Courses Conducted by SAI, NSNIS, Patiala as a Part of Skill Development Programme to Improve their Employability
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme is run by the Department of Sports & Youth Services, Government of Odisha. It provides financial assistance to sportspersons from Odisha who want to become qualified sports coaches. Beneficiaries can pursue coaching courses offered by SAI (Sports Authority of India) and NSNIS (National Sports Talent Search Scheme) in Patiala. The scheme aims to improve job opportunities for sportspersons through skill development in coaching.
What You Get
- Financial assistance to cover coaching course fees
- Access to recognized SAI and NSNIS coaching programs
- Skill development and professional qualification in sports coaching
- Improved employment prospects after course completion
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 15–100 years
- Residence: Odisha residents only
- Must be a resident of Odisha
- Must be an active or former sportsperson
- Preference may be given to BPL (Below Poverty Line) candidates
- Must meet the admission criteria of SAI/NSNIS coaching courses
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Residential Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate or BPL Certificate
- 4. Sports Achievement Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Educational Qualification Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Odisha
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 15–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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