Grant to Meritorious Wards of ESM in Sports: National / International Level (Sainik Welfare)
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme provides financial grants to children of Ex-Servicemen (ESM) who have achieved excellence in sports at national or international levels. Run by the Department of Sainik Welfare in Puducherry, it recognizes and supports the sporting talent of ESM families. The grant aims to help meritorious young athletes continue their sports pursuits and represent India at higher levels.
What You Get
- Financial grant for meritorious sports achievements at national level
- Financial grant for meritorious sports achievements at international level
- Support to continue sports training and participation
Who Can Apply
- Age: 10–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Child or ward of a registered Ex-Serviceman (ESM)
- Must have achieved merit in sports at national or international level
- Applicant must be a resident of Puducherry
- Must provide proof of sports achievement or recognition
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Ex-Serviceman Certificate
- 3. Sports Achievement Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Identity Proof
- 6. Address 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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