Equipment Refinance Scheme 2026

The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar, initiated in 2009 by the Department of Sports, honours organisations for their Read More... significant contributions to sports development across four key areas. Read less

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India's sporting ecosystem thrives on the dedication of many individuals and organisations. Recognizing this, the Department of Sports introduced the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar in 2009. This prestigious award celebrates those who go the extra mile to foster sports talent, promote athletic careers, and encourage sports through various initiatives.

What Is This Scheme?

The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar is an award scheme by the Department of Sports, Government of India, established in 2009. It aims to appreciate and encourage the crucial role played by corporates, voluntary groups, and other organisations in advancing sports within the country. It's not just about recognising top athletes, but also those who build the foundation and support system for sports.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This award is designed for organisations and entities that demonstrate exceptional commitment to sports promotion. This includes:

Corporates (public and private)
Sports control boards
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
Sports bodies at state and national levels

These entities are evaluated based on their visible and impactful role in sports development, talent nurturing, sports welfare, and promoting sports through corporate social responsibility.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The primary goal of this award is to inspire more participation from corporate sectors, NGOs, and sports boards in building a stronger sporting future for India. By highlighting exemplary work in identifying young talent, encouraging sports through CSR, providing employment to athletes, and using sports for development, the scheme aims to create a ripple effect, fostering a culture where sports development is a shared national priority.

Objective

The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar, initiated in 2009 by the Department of Sports, honours organisations for their significant contributions to sports development across four key areas.

Benefits

A need-based loan limit of up to ₹90,00,000/- is available.

Interest Rates:

◦ For loans up to ₹25,00,000/-, the interest rate is 10% per annum.◦ For loans above ₹25,00,000/- and up to ₹50,00,000/-, the interest rate is 11% per annum.◦ For loans above ₹50,00,000/-, the interest rate is 12% per annum.

A concessional rate of interest of 0.5% less than the normal rate is charged for units promoted by Women, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Differently abled persons.

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Scheme Information

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar, organisations must meet specific criteria based on their category of contribution:

General Eligibility for Organisations:

Must be a corporate entity (public or private), sports control board, or NGO, including state and national-level sports bodies with a significant role in sports promotion and development.

Category-Specific Criteria:

Identification and Nurturing of Budding/Young Talent: The organisation must have identified and nurtured at least 50 young and budding sportspersons annually for the past three years.
Encouragement to Sports Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Organisations must have contributed at least 5% of their gross profit or a minimum of Rs. 2 crores towards sports promotion and development in the preceding three financial years. Only non-commercial contributions as part of CSR will be considered.
Employment of Sportspersons and Sports Welfare Measures: The organisation should have recruited at least 50 sportspersons within the last three years.
Sports for Development: Eligibility is limited to NGOs that have been actively working for sports promotion and development for at least the last three years.

Eligibility of Nominating Agencies:

Recognised National Sports Federations, Indian Olympic Association, Industry Chambers (FICCI, ASSOCHAM, CII), State Governments, Sports Authority of India.
Sports control/promotion boards of government organisations (e.g., All India Police Sports Control Board, Army Sports Control Board, Railway Sports Promotion Board, etc.).
Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.

Organisations can also apply directly to the Government. The Government reserves the right to nominate deserving entities even if no nomination is received from the prescribed agencies. Please note that any form of canvassing for an entry will lead to disqualification.

How To Apply

Applications for the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar are typically processed online. Interested organisations are encouraged to visit the official portal of the Department of Sports to register and submit their applications. Ensure you have all the required documents ready before starting the application process.

For online application and further details, please visit:

https://dbtyas-sports.gov.in/home/User_Manual#

Documents Required

While specific document requirements can vary, organisations applying for the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar should be prepared to submit:

Audited statements of accounts for the last three years (especially for CSR category).
Memorandum of Association, Rules & Regulations, Bye-laws (for NGOs in the 'Sports for Development' category).
Documents indicating the source of funds for the NGO's functioning.
Details of sportspersons identified, nurtured, or employed.
Details of sports infrastructure created or upgraded.
Evidence of contributions made towards sports promotion and development.
Any other supporting documents as specified in the application guidelines.

Please refer to the official application portal for the most accurate and up-to-date list of required documents.

FAQ’s

What is the main goal of the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar?

The primary objective is to encourage and promote the involvement of corporates, voluntary organisations, and sports control boards in the growth and development of sports across India.

Are there any cash prizes awarded under this scheme?

No, the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar consists only of a citation and a trophy for the winners in each category; there are no cash awards.

How many awards are given out each year?

There is only one award presented each year for each of the four categories defined under the scheme.

Can an organisation receive an award in the same category more than once?

No, an entity is not eligible to receive an award for the same category for a second time.

Who can nominate an organisation for this award?

Nominations can be submitted by recognised National Sports Federations, the Indian Olympic Association, industry chambers like FICCI, ASSOCHAM, CII, State Governments, the Sports Authority of India, and various sports control/promotion boards of government organisations.

What are the criteria for the 'Encouragement to Sports through CSR' category?

Organisations applying under this category must have contributed at least 5% of their gross profit or a minimum of Rs. 2 crores towards sports promotion in the last three financial years. Contributions must be non-commercial and part of their Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.

What is the minimum number of young sportspersons an organisation must nurture to be eligible for that award category?

For the 'Identification and nurturing of budding/young talent' category, the organisation must have identified and nurtured at least 50 young sportspersons each year for the past three years.

What is the eligibility for NGOs applying under the 'Sports for Development' category?

NGOs must have been actively involved in sports promotion and development for at least three years. They also need to submit their Memorandum of Association, Rules & Regulations, Bye-laws, and documents showing their funding sources.

How does an organisation apply for this award?

Organisations typically need to apply online through the Department of Sports' official website. You can find user manuals and access the application portal at https://dbtyas-sports.gov.in/home/User_Manual#.

When was the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar established?

This award scheme was instituted in the year 2009 by the Department of Sports.