A starting guide, checked 7 September 2026. Rules, dates and availability can change. Saving a route does not confirm eligibility or submit an application. State-specific support is explored through myScheme.
KIRTI · talent assessment
Get your sporting potential noticed A first route to explore when a child shows promise and the family needs a next step.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Children aged 9–18, with a parent or guardian. Check first Check the sports, assessment centres and current assessment dates. An assessment is not a promise of selection. Prepare together Ask a teacher about your sport. Check age proof and guardian requirements in the official instructions. Sports Authority of India (opens in a new tab) Khelo India · athlete pathway
Explore support for a developing athlete Selected athletes can receive structured training and development support.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Athletes entering the programme through its published identification and selection process. Check first Selection depends on the sport, results, assessment and programme decisions. A profile alone does not enrol you. Prepare together Keep recent results, your coach’s contact and questions about the selection route. SAI · how selection works (PDF) (opens in a new tab) SAI · centres & academies
Find a structured training route Explore SAI training schemes and ask about the right centre or trial for your sport.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Developing and performance athletes; age groups differ across schemes. Check first Use the latest centre notice for trial dates, entry standards, accommodation and accessibility. Prepare together List your sport, age group, results and the access or residential support you want to ask about. Sports Authority of India (opens in a new tab) Target Olympic Podium Scheme
Understand the elite performance pathway Customised preparation support for selected Olympic and Paralympic prospects.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Athletes selected for TOPS; this is a performance pathway. Check first Selection and training support are decided by the programme. Being a competitive athlete does not automatically qualify you. Prepare together Discuss your performance record, training needs and pathway with your coach and federation. SAI · TOPS (opens in a new tab) National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons
Ask about help during financial hardship A welfare route to check when a qualifying sportsperson needs financial assistance.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Sportspersons covered by the published welfare rules, including former athletes in hardship. Check first Achievement, income, type of need and supporting evidence matter. Read the latest guidelines before applying. Prepare together Note the help needed and the sports records or expense documents the official form asks for. Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (opens in a new tab) Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons
Check support after retirement A pension route for eligible sportspersons with specified international achievements.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Retired athletes whose medals and circumstances meet the scheme rules. Check first Not every medal qualifies. Check the listed events, age/retirement conditions and ongoing certificate requirements. Prepare together Keep your event, medal, date and retirement details ready for the official eligibility check. MYAS · pension scheme portal (opens in a new tab) Cash incentives · athletes & coaches
Check recognition for an international medal Find the official route for incentives linked to qualifying international medals.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Athletes and coaches covered by the current incentive scheme. Check first Event lists and rules change. The portal includes 2025 revisions and an April 2026 update for Para Asian Championships. Prepare together Check the exact event, achievement certificate, application window and federation verification requirements. MYAS · current notices & schemes (opens in a new tab) myScheme · central & state programmes
Find help in your state Look beyond sport: education, disability and household support may also help you stay in the game.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit People exploring government support by state, circumstances and needs. Check first Use the official eligibility questions. Availability and benefits vary by scheme and state. Prepare together Know your state of residence and the type of help you need. Share personal documents only with the official service. Digital India · myScheme (opens in a new tab) National Scholarship Portal
Keep education in your plan Explore education scholarships alongside your sporting goals.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Students meeting a listed scholarship’s course, income and other conditions. Check first This is not a universal sports scholarship. Check the scheme’s current deadline and institution requirements. Prepare together Check your course, institution and the documents required by the scholarship you choose. Government of India · NSP (opens in a new tab) Government employment · recruitment rules
Understand sports-quota recruitment Sporting achievement can be relevant to designated recruitment routes.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Applicants whose sports achievements and qualifications match a specific recruitment notice. Check first A sports record does not guarantee a job. The employer’s live notice sets vacancies, qualifications and accepted events. Prepare together Compare your education and achievement certificates with the vacancy notice before applying. DoPT · recruitment policy (PDF) (opens in a new tab) Khelo India Centres · past champions
Bring your experience back to the ground Past champions already contribute as coaches and mentors in Khelo India Centres.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Former competitors exploring a coaching or mentoring role through their State/UT sports department. Check first Ask about the centre, selection criteria, current vacancies and agreed remuneration. This guide is not a vacancy notice. Prepare together Build a sports CV with achievements, coaching experience and the local sport you can support. MYAS · published programme explanation (opens in a new tab) SAI NSNIS · coach education
Turn playing experience into coaching skills Explore a formal coaching course and the requirements for your sport.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Prospective coaches who meet the course’s sporting and education criteria. Check first Read the admission notice for eligibility, fees and dates. The linked 2026–27 notice is a reference, not a claim that admissions remain open. Prepare together Compare your education, sports experience and time available with the next intake’s prospectus. SAI NSNIS · admission notice (opens in a new tab) NADA India · athlete education
Learn your clean-sport responsibilities Find plain-language learning resources about clean sport and the TUE process.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Athletes, guardians, coaches and care teams who want to understand their responsibilities. Check first A doctor and the relevant authority handle treatment and exemption decisions. Do not change prescribed medicines based on this guide. Prepare together Read the available language guides and take medicine or exemption questions to your doctor. National Anti Doping Agency India (opens in a new tab) KhelPath demo · company & CSR support
Make a clear request for kit and travel Practise asking for a named need, getting a review and confirming what actually arrived.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Try Bhoomika’s fictional family and support team. Check first All funds and receipts here are fictional. No money is collected or transferred. Prepare together Follow the session, kit and travel needs through the shared athlete record. Try the working support journey KhelPath demo · places & visits
Check access before you travel Find example places with step-free entry, an accessible toilet and a visit plan.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Anyone planning a first visit, including para athletes and families. Check first Place listings are examples. Confirm real-world access directly before travelling. Prepare together Choose what matters to you and keep the questions you want to ask. Explore places & access filters KhelPath demo · free sessions
Ask for a free community session Try Ravi’s first steps. Choose the community school ground and ask Mahesh about a free session.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Beginners and returning athletes exploring a first step. Check first These are fictional sessions, not live seats. Travel or kit can still be a separate need. Prepare together In the first-step journey, choose Community school ground. A reply and your acceptance turn the request into a plan. Try the community-ground route KhelPath demo · care team
Bring training and recovery together See how an athlete, coach and physio can coordinate the next session.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Try the fictional athletes’ care and training records. Check first All health values and plans in this demo are made up. Use a qualified professional for real care. Prepare together Choose what to share and see how the care note reaches the training plan. Try the care-team journey KhelPath demo · learn, practise, review
Build your next role in sport Choose a goal, practise a supervised task and ask Anita to review your evidence.
Who it may fit & what to prepare + Who it may fit Try Ravi’s adult learning journey, including returning or former players. Check first A completed demo task is not a qualification, paid placement or job offer. Prepare together Start with one contribution you can learn and demonstrate. Build a sports-work plan with Anita