The “Khel Chhatravriti (Vrutika) Yojana”, implemented by the Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, aims to financially assist athletes and encourage them to pursue sports as a career. Scholarships are awarded to athletes based on their achievements in recognized national and state-level competitions, supporting their training and growth in sports.
Benefits
Monetary Assistance Based on Performance
- National Championship Winners:
- First, Second, and Third Place: ₹6,000 per month.
- Fourth to Eighth Place: ₹4,000 per month.
- State-Level Winners (Qualifying for National Championships):
- First to Third Place: ₹3,000 per month.
- National Record-Equivalent Performances:
- ₹4,000 per month.
Recognition for National Representation
- Athletes representing Jharkhand after obtaining a No Objection Certificate from other states or organizations may receive an allowance equal to their existing honorarium/salary.
Additional Support
- Financial aid can be used for training, nutrition, and purchasing sports equipment.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
- The applicant must be a sportsperson.
- Scholarships are awarded based on performance in the previous year’s recognized national or state-level sports competitions.
- The applicant must not receive any other scholarship or benefits under any sports-related scheme such as free diet, accommodation, or stipend.
Note:
- If the applicant is already receiving such benefits, they must forfeit them before applying for this scholarship.
Exclusions
- Applicants availing of any other sports-related stipend, scholarship, or honorarium are not eligible.
Application Process
Offline
- Visit the Official Website:
- Go to the Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs website.
- Download Application Form:
- Navigate to the “Notice” section, select “Khel Vrutika (Sports Scholarship)”, and download the application form.
- Fill Out the Form:
- Provide personal information, competition performance details, and bank account details.
- Attach Documents:
- Attach all required documents (attested wherever necessary).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed form and documents to the Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs or the Jharkhand State Sports Authority.
Documents Required
- Passport-Sized Photographs
- Proof of Residence
- Aadhaar Card
- Certificates of Performance (State/National level competitions)
- No Objection Certificate (if representing Jharkhand while employed/registered with another state/organization)
- Proof of Age (e.g., Birth Certificate or School Leaving Certificate)
- Bank Account Details (Copy of Passbook or Canceled Cheque)
Note:
Applicants must submit detailed results, including dates, distances, points, and scores, verified by their respective associations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for this scholarship?
- Permanent residents of Jharkhand who are athletes with recognized performance in state or national competitions.
- What is the amount provided under this scheme?
- ₹3,000 to ₹6,000 per month, depending on the performance level.
- Can the scholarship be renewed?
- Yes, based on continued eligibility and performance.
- Can an applicant receive benefits from other schemes simultaneously?
- No, applicants receiving benefits from other sports schemes are not eligible.
- What are the selection criteria?
- Selection is based on performance in recognized competitions in the previous year.
- How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
- The amount is directly credited to the applicant’s bank account.
- Who reviews the applications?
- The Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, along with the Jharkhand State Sports Authority.
- Are there any exclusions under this scheme?
- Yes, applicants availing of other sports-related benefits are excluded.
- What documents are required for application submission?
- Aadhaar card, certificates of performance, proof of residence, bank account details, etc.
- Where can I get the application form?
- From the official website of the Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs.