Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme, run by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Ministry of Education, provides free or subsidized education to students who are national or international sports medal winners and elite athletes. It aims to support talented sports persons pursuing full-time regular courses in universities and colleges across India. The scheme helps reduce the financial burden on these athletes so they can focus on both their studies and sports careers.
What You Get
- Free or reduced tuition fees for full-time regular courses in universities and colleges
- Financial assistance to support education while pursuing sports excellence
- Support for elite sports persons and national/international medal winners
- Access to quality higher education without financial hardship
Who Can Apply
- Age: 14–100 years
- Must be a medal winner at national or international sports events
- Must be an elite or recognized sports person
- Must be enrolled in a full-time regular course at a university or college
- Must be studying in India (central scheme applicable across all states)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Medal Certificate
- 3. University/College Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Sports Recognition Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Identity Proof
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
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Education
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 14–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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