Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Welfare Fund For Sportspersons
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Welfare Fund For Sportspersons is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. It provides financial assistance to outstanding sportspersons and their family members who are facing financial hardship. The scheme helps with medical treatment, sports equipment, and other needs to support their athletic career and improve their living conditions.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for medical treatment of sports-related injuries
- Support for procurement of sports equipment and gear
- Financial aid to improve living conditions of sportspersons
- Assistance to family members of sportspersons in indigent circumstances
- Direct financial support for various welfare purposes
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 10–100 years
- Must be an outstanding sportsperson recognized at national or state level
- Must be living in indigent (poor) circumstances
- Family members of eligible sportspersons may also apply
- Open to all Indian citizens regardless of caste or gender
- No specific age limit mentioned, but must be an active or former sportsperson
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Bank Passbook
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Sports Achievement Certificate
- 5. Medical Report
- 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 Youth Affairs & Sports
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 10–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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