Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards
Cash awards up to ₹5 Lakh per stage and national ranking circuit points for recurve and compound archers competing across Senior, Junior, and Sub-Junior divisions.
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Official Budget Document ↗Over 1,600 recurve and compound archers competing across national ranking legs
As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗Verified Eligibility Criteria
Archers achieving the Minimum Qualification Score (MQS) in recognized state or zonal trials.
Required Documents Checklist
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How to Apply
- 1
Archers register online on the AAI portal (indianarchery.info) with their unique Archery ID.
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Compete in 70m (Recurve) or 50m (Compound) ranking rounds at scheduled NRAT stages.
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Cash prizes disbursed directly into bank accounts via DBT immediately upon final matches.
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Top 8 archers drafted into National Camp at SAI NCOE Kolkata/Sonipat.
✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist
⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These
Failure to meet minimum qualifying score (MQS), non-calibrated non-standard bow, or unaccredited registration.
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Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.
What is the prize money for winning an NRAT stage?
Senior stage winners in Recurve and Compound receive up to ₹5,00,000 each.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Do junior archers also receive cash prizes?
Yes, Junior winners receive ₹3,00,000 and Sub-Junior winners receive ₹1,00,000 at each ranking stage.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can compound archers qualify for national camps?
Yes, both Olympic Recurve and Asian Games Compound archers are fully supported under NRAT.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can I track my Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards application status?
Application status for Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards can typically be tracked through the official portal at yas.nic.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).
What should I do if my Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards payment is delayed or rejected?
First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.
Is there an income tax implication for receiving Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards benefits?
Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.
Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings
Failure to meet minimum qualifying score (MQS), non-calibrated non-standard bow, or unaccredited registration.
Editorial Verification & Change Log
| Date | Field | Description / Update | Source Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-19 | scheme_type | cs | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-28 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards guidelines, benefits, and portal integration. | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-28 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of Archery Association of India (AAI) National Ranking Archery Tournaments (NRAT) Awards guidelines, benefits, and portal integration. | Official Source ↗ |
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices
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DDA Yamuna Sports Complex, Surajmal Vihar, Delhi 110092
Helpline: 011-22146057
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