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Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh)

Statutory central cash award of ₹75 Lakh for Gold, ₹50 Lakh for Silver, and ₹30 Lakh for Bronze medallists in the Olympic Games.

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Official Nodal Portal:yas.nic.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 15–50 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹1,00,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides immediate tax-exempt central cash prizes for Indian medal winners in the Olympic Games: ₹75,00,000 for Gold Medal, ₹50,00,000 for Silver Medal, and ₹30,00,000 for Bronze Medal. In team events, each team member receives cash awards in proportion to team size, honoring national heroes immediately upon return from the Games.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Statutory central award budget under Scheme of Special Awards to Winners in International Sports Events

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

All Olympic medalists of India awarded major cash prizes

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:15 to 50 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹1,00,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:olympic gold medalist, olympic silver medalist, olympic bronze medalist, olympian
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Indian citizens winning Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals in individual or team events at the Olympic Games.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Easy to Access (1/10)
•100% digital online application process
•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

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Automatic Government Entitlement: Beneficiary inclusion is determined automatically by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports without requiring an individual application form. Visit the official portal to check your inclusion status.

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    Medals certified officially by Indian Olympic Association (IOA) upon conclusion of Games.

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    Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports calculates statutory cash entitlement.

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    Felicitation ceremony organized with immediate electronic DBT transfer to medalists' bank accounts.

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    No separate application form required; processed suo motu by the Ministry.

✅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

Disqualification by International Olympic Committee, positive dope test result, or medal revocation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

What is the cash award for an Olympic Gold Medal?

An Olympic Gold medalist receives a central cash award of ₹75,00,000.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the cash award for Silver and Bronze medals?

Silver medalists receive ₹50,00,000, and Bronze medalists receive ₹30,00,000.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Do coaches of medalists receive cash awards?

Yes, the chief coach receives 50% and support coaches share 50% of an award pool equivalent to 50% of the athlete's cash prize.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) application status?

Application status for Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) 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 Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) 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 Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) 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

Disqualification by International Olympic Committee, positive dope test result, or medal revocation.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Special Cash Awards for International Sports Events: Olympic Games (Gold ₹75 Lakh) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Processed immediately following Olympic Games quadrennial editions

Scheme Intelligence

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Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥All Olympic medalists of India awarded major cash prizes (as of 2026-01-20)
₹Statutory central award budget under Scheme of Special Awards to Winners in International Sports Events budget allocation
📅Running since 1986
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

Shastri Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi 110001

Helpline: 011-23386520

Jurisdiction: National

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