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School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award

Direct cash scholarships, free sports kits, and state board bonus sports marks for school medalists in National School Games across U-14, U-17, and U-19 divisions.

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Official Nodal Portal:www.sgfi.org.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 10–19 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹25,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Recognizes medal-winning school children across 40+ sporting disciplines in the National School Games organized by SGFI in U-14, U-17, and U-19 age groups. Medalists receive direct cash awards from state education departments (₹10,000 to ₹50,000), state board academic bonus marks (up to 5% extra marks in 10th/12th board exams), and direct qualification for Khelo India academies.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Supported through MYAS grants and state school education department allocations

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 18,000 school athletes participate each year across 44 sports disciplines

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:10 to 19 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹25,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:school athlete, sgfi medalist, junior runner, school gymnast, wrestler
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Enrolled school students winning Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals in official National School Games.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (www.sgfi.org.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    Qualify through District and State School Games tournaments.

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    Represent State/UT school sports contingent in the National School Games.

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    Medals registered on official SGFI digital portal (sgfi.org.in).

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    Official QR-coded verifiable digital merit certificates issued for admission quotas and cash awards.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Age fraud (failing bone-age TW3 testing), fake school enrollment, or disciplinary misconduct.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: www.sgfi.org.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Do SGFI medals help in college admissions?

Yes, SGFI national medal certificates are universally recognized for sports quota seats in top colleges and universities across India.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What age categories exist in National School Games?

Under-14 (Sub-Junior), Under-17 (Junior), and Under-19 (Senior School) categories.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can students get grace marks in 10th or 12th board exams?

Yes, various state boards (like Maharashtra, Punjab, Haryana, Tamil Nadu) award 15 to 25 bonus sports marks for SGFI medalists.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award application status?

Application status for School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award can typically be tracked through the official portal at www.sgfi.org.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 School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award 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 School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award 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

Age fraud (failing bone-age TW3 testing), fake school enrollment, or disciplinary misconduct.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games Medalist Award guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

National School Games held annually between November and February

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 18,000 school athletes participate each year across 44 sports disciplines (as of 2026-01-20)
₹Supported through MYAS grants and state school education department allocations budget allocation
📅Running since 1954
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Baseline verification of School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School...

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

School Games Federation of India (SGFI)

JLN Stadium Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003

Helpline: 011-24360525

Jurisdiction: National

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