Financial Assistance to Former Sports Person of UP

Key facts

Benefit	₹2,000 monthly
Who	Former sports persons of Uttar Pradesh
Income limit	₹10,000 monthly
Implemented by	Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Official portal	sports.up.nic.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible applicants.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive monthly financial assistance based on their level of sports representation, ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹20,000.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹10,000/year
For: sports person
Resident of Uttar Pradesh
poor household

Applicants must be former sports persons residing in Uttar Pradesh, with a monthly income not exceeding ₹10,000. The scheme is intended for those who are elderly, weak, or experiencing financial difficulties.

How to apply

To apply for the financial assistance, individuals must complete an offline application process.

Download the application form from the official website of the Department of Sports, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Fill out the application form completely.
Gather necessary supporting documents as listed.
Submit the completed application form along with documents to the respective district sports officer.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Identify proof
Proof of age i.e. Birth certificate
Income certificate
Domicile certificate
Disability Certificate, if applicable
Details of Sports competition/Championships of State, National & International importance covered by the applicant including profiles of Sports persons
Any other relevant documents, as required

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted along with the application form to avoid rejection.
Payment not received	Check with the respective sports officer to confirm the status of your application and payment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this scheme?

The scheme aims to provide financial support to elderly or hardship-stricken sports persons from Uttar Pradesh who have previously contributed to the state's sports achievements.

Who qualifies for financial assistance?

Former sports persons from Uttar Pradesh who are facing difficulties in their old age and have a monthly income of ₹10,000 or less are eligible.

What are the different financial assistance amounts?

The assistance varies: ₹2,000 for state-level representatives, ₹3,000 for national-level, ₹5,000 for international-level, and ₹20,000 for award-winning sports persons.

Is there an online application option?

No, applications must be submitted offline to the respective district sports officer.

What documents are required for the application?

Required documents include proof of identity, age, income, domicile, and details of sports achievements, among others.

Can sports persons from other states apply?

No, only sports persons who are domiciles of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply for this scheme.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.