Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events
in Uttarakhand
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Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events in Uttarakhand
Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme of "Free Education for Sports Medal Winners / Participants of National/ International Events" is introduced by UGC, to provide financial assistance to the medal winners\ elite sports persons studying in universities/colleges leading to all the full-time regular courses.
Eligibility Criteria
(i) The Scholarship will be provided to the Medal winners of National games and participants in recognized international sporting events recognized by the World University Service, International Olympic Committee, and Olympic Committee of Asia (OCA) who have taken admitted to the Universities/Colleges/Institutions as indicated below:
- Universities/Institutions/Colleges included under sections 2(f) and 12(b) of the UGC Act, 1956.
- Deemed to be Universities under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 which are eligible to receive grants
- in aid from UGC.
- Universities/Institutions/Colleges funded by Central/ State Govt.
- Institutes of National Importance.
(ii) In the subsequent years this scholarship shall depend on their subsequent sports performance.
Benefits
Medals at Olympics, World Championship (more than 20 countries)
Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M. Phil: ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per with JRF scale (UGC); MBA or
other professional courses (*): ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual.
Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual
Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Govt of India’s norms
Kit: ₹ 15000 per annum
Participations at Olympics, World Championship (more than 20 countries); Medal at Common Wealth, Asian, Afro-Asian Games
Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M. Phil: ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per with JRF scale (UGC); MBA or
other professional courses (*): ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual.
Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual
Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Govt of India’s norms
Kit: ₹15000 per annum
Participation at World Championship (less than 20 countries), CommonWealth, Asian, and Afro-Asian, Games; Medal at Asian Championship (excluding Asian games)
Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M. Phil: ₹7500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per with JRF scale (UGC); MBA or
other professional courses (*): ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual.
Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual
Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Govt of India’s norms
Kit: ₹ 10000 per annum
Participation at Asian Championship, World university games; Medal at SAF Games
Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: Actual; PG: Actual; Diploma: Actual; PG Degree: Actual; M. Phil:₹7500/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: As per with JRF scale (UGC); MBA or
other professional courses (*): ₹ 7500/- per month + Actual.
Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual
Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Govt of India’s norms
Kit: ₹7500 per annum
Participation at SAF Games; Medal at National level Competitions
Tuition Fee and Other Funds: Bachelor's degree: 75% of Actual; PG: 75% of Actual; Diploma: 75% of Actual; PG Degree: 75% of Actual; M. Phil: ₹ 5000/- per month + Actual; Ph.D.: Rs. 7500/- per month + Actual; MBA or other professional courses (*): ₹. 5000/- per month + Actual.
Hostel Facilities (Boarding and Lodging): Actual
Allowances for special courses abroad: As per Govt of India’s norms
Kit: ₹ 6000 per annum
(i) The pattern of assistance will be as per the chart mentioned above depending upon the level of performance of the concerned sportsperson.
(ii) The financial assistance depending upon the eligibility will be reimbursed by the UGC to the university concerned. The university will be responsible for submitting all relevant documents as per the guidelines and the proformas of the scheme.
(iii) For the loss of the classes of the concerned sports persons because of their engagement in sporting activity, the university concerned will make special efforts in terms of completion of syllabus and attendance.
How to Apply in Uttarakhand
Step 1: Download the prescribed application form (Refer Page No. 5 ).
Online — http://www.ugc.ac.in/page/XII-PlanGuidelines.aspx Step 1: Download the prescribed application form (Refer Page No. 5 ).
Step 2: Fill in the application form with accurate details.
Online — http://www.ugc.ac.in/page/XII-PlanGuidelines.aspx Step 2: Fill in the application form with accurate details.
Step 3: Attach a certificate of participation or medal-winning as proof of eligibility, attested by the Registrar or Principal of your institution.
Online — http://www.ugc.ac.in/page/XII-PlanGuidelines.aspx Step 3: Attach a certificate of participation or medal-winning as proof of eligibility, attested by the Registrar or Principal of your institution.
Step 4: Verify the form and attached documents for completeness and accuracy.
Online — http://www.ugc.ac.in/page/XII-PlanGuidelines.aspx Step 4: Verify the form and attached documents for completeness and accuracy.
Step 5: Submit the completed application form and required documents to the designated authority.
Online — http://www.ugc.ac.in/page/XII-PlanGuidelines.aspx Step 5: Submit the completed application form and required documents to the designated authority.
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the list of documents is given below - 1. The candidate is required to submit an application in the prescribed format for availing of the scholarship. 2. A Certificate of the participation/medal winner as per the eligibility mentioned above as proof (Attested By Registrar/Principal).