The “Financial Grant for Sports Associations” scheme was launched by the Tourism, Art-Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs Department, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to support recognized sports associations in promoting and organizing sports activities across the state. Grants are provided for conducting training camps, hosting competitions, and encouraging overall sports development.
Benefits
- Financial grants for state-level sports associations to organize sports competitions and training camps.
- Assistance for training camps before national-level competitions for selected players.
- Coverage includes competition organization costs, training camp expenses, and administrative support.
- Fund disbursement is based on recommendations by the committee under Jharkhand Sports Policy 2022.
Eligibility
- Registration & Recognition:
- The association must be a recognized state sports association registered under the Jharkhand State Registration Department.
- The association must be affiliated with the Jharkhand Olympic Association and the relevant National Sports Federation.
- District Representation:
- The association must have district-level units functioning in at least 18 districts.
- Sports Categories:
- Para-sports associations or associations related to sports included in the Olympics, Asian Games, or Commonwealth Games are eligible.
- Other sports require a minimum of 15 affiliated districts.
Exclusions
- Associations operated by private groups or individuals.
- If multiple associations apply for the same sport, only the association recognized by the Jharkhand Olympic Association and National Federation will be considered.
Application Process
Offline
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download the prescribed form from the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs’ official website.
- Fill Out the Form:
- Provide complete details, including registration information, affiliations, and details of proposed activities.
- Attach Required Documents:
- Attach all necessary documents such as audit reports, PAN card, and bank account details.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application and documents to the Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Ranchi, or through the online portal (if available).
Additional Requirements
- The association must maintain a functional independent website.
- PAN card and a nationalized bank account are mandatory.
- Submit the audit report for the last three years.
- Associations receiving central government grants for specific projects cannot apply for state grants for the same purpose.
Documents Required
- Registration Certificate (Jharkhand State Registration Department).
- Affiliation Letters (Jharkhand Olympic Association and National Sports Federation).
- PAN Card.
- Bank Account Details (from a nationalized bank).
- Audit Reports (for the last three years).
- Undertaking (ensuring compliance with departmental guidelines).
- Details of district-level units (covering at least 18 districts).
- Supporting documents for the proposed sports activities.
- Independent Website Link (official letter required).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to apply for the grant?
State-level sports associations affiliated with the Jharkhand Olympic Association and relevant National Sports Federation. - Are para-sports associations eligible for this scheme?
Yes, para-sports associations are eligible. - Can multiple associations for the same sport apply for the grant?
No, only the association recognized by the Jharkhand Olympic Association and National Federation will be considered. - What is the mode of fund disbursement?
Funds are disbursed based on committee recommendations under Jharkhand Sports Policy 2022. - Are associations required to submit utilization reports?
Yes, associations must submit utilization reports to ensure compliance. - Can private clubs or institutions apply for the grant?
No, the scheme is exclusively for recognized state-level sports associations. - What documents are required for application?
Registration Certificate, Affiliation Letters, PAN Card, Audit Reports, Bank Details, etc. - Is it mandatory to have an independent website?
Yes, a functional independent website is mandatory.
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