The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Welfare Fund For Sportspersons, PDUNWFS launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports provides monetary assistance to outstanding sportspersons who have brought glory to India but who are in indigent circumstances. The scheme supports their family and dependents to provide for welfare, medical aid, and training assistance.
Objectives
- To help sportspersons who get injured while training or competing.
- To render medical aid to sportspersons and their families.
- For welfare of sportspersons by all other possible means as may be considered proper.
- To relieve stress among sportspersons and their dependents staying in indigent conditions.
- To assist sportspersons for training, procurement of sports equipments, or participating in national and international sports events.
Benefits
- For Indigent Sportspersons:
- Lump sum financial assistance up to ₹5 lakh.
- Monthly pension of ₹5,000 for sportspersons in indigent circumstances.
- For Injuries During Training or Competitions:
- Financial assistance up to ₹10 lakh for injuries sustained during training or participation in sports events.
- For Families of Deceased Sportspersons:
- Lump sum financial assistance up to ₹5 lakh for families living in indigent circumstances.
- For Medical Treatment:
- Financial assistance up to ₹10 lakh for the medical treatment of sportspersons or their family members.
- For Coaches and Support Personnel:
- Assistance up to ₹2 lakh for coaches, referees, umpires, and support personnel associated with national and international championships.
- Discretionary Powers:
- The Chairperson of the General Committee can sanction assistance in exceptional cases where applicants are not technically eligible but deserve support.
- Mandatory Disclosure:
- Applicants must disclose any financial assistance received for the same purpose from other sources.
Eligibility
For Indigent Sportspersons and Families:
- Retired sportspersons who have won medals in National Games, National Championships, or represented India in international events like Olympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, World Cups, etc.
- Family members of deceased sportspersons meeting the above criteria.
For Injuries During Training or Competitions:
- Sportspersons who suffered injuries during sub-junior, junior, or senior-level training or competitions.
For Coaches and Support Personnel:
- Coaches, referees, umpires, and support staff (sports psychologists, physiotherapists, etc.) associated with recognized national championships or international tournaments in Olympic, Asian, or Commonwealth Games.
For Training and Participation:
- Sportspersons whose parents are in indigent circumstances.
- Sportspersons from derecognized sports federations or those not recognized by the government.
Exclusions
There are no specific exclusions mentioned. However, applicants must ensure no duplicity of benefits from multiple schemes.
Application Process
Modes of Application
- Offline:
- Address the application to:
Member-Secretary, PDUNWFS, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001.
- Address the application to:
- Online:
- Apply through the UMANG app or Ministry of Youth Affairs website.
Steps:
- Obtain the application form from the Ministry’s website or UMANG app.
- Fill in the form with accurate details and attach required documents.
- Submit the form either online or send a hard copy to the designated address.
Documents Required
- Applicant’s passport-size photograph and signature.
- Proof of age (Date of Birth certificate).
- Proof of achievements/participation in National or International level sports events.
- Annual income certificate.
- Bank details, mandate form, and a copy of a cancelled cheque.
- Declaration signed by the applicant and two witnesses.
- Mobile number and email ID for online applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are financial assistance payments lump sum?
Yes, financial assistance is provided as a lump sum amount, except for monthly pensions.
2. Are injuries sustained during training covered under this scheme?
Yes, injuries sustained during training or participation in competitions are eligible for assistance.
3. What benefits are provided to the dependents of a deceased sportsperson?
Dependents of deceased sportspersons may receive financial assistance of up to ₹5 lakh.
4. Can retired sportspersons apply for this scheme?
Yes, retired sportspersons who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
5. Are national-level participants eligible?
Yes, participants in senior-level National Championships and Games are eligible, provided they meet other criteria.
6. Can I apply online for this scheme?
Yes, online applications can be submitted through the UMANG app or the Ministry of Youth Affairs portal.
7. Is Aadhaar mandatory for the application?
Yes, Aadhaar details are required for identity verification.