The "Khel Chhatravriti (Vritika) Yojana" implemented by the Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, provides financial assistance to athlet...
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 (who can apply)
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
The applicant should 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 other sports 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.
How to Apply
**Offline**
> **Visit the Official Website**
- Go to the [official website](https://sports.jharkhand.gov.in/Home.aspx) Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs.
> **Download Application Form**
- Navigate to the "Notice" section, select "Khel Vritika (Sports Scholarship)," and download the [application form](https://sports.jharkhand.gov.in/notice_docs/6f2a344cFormat%20of%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf).- Fill Out the Form (details such as personal information, competition performance, and bank details).
> **Attach Documents**
- Attach all required documents as listed above.
Ensure proper attestation wherever needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Khel Chhatravriti (Vritika) Yojana / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
1. The applicant should be a sportsperson.
1. Scholarships are awarded based on performance in the previous year's recognized national or state-level sports competitions.
1. The applicant must not receive any other scholarshi...
What are the benefits of Khel Chhatravriti (Vritika) Yojana?
> ***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....
How to apply online for Khel Chhatravriti (Vritika) Yojana?
**Offline**
> **Visit the Official Website**
- Go to the [official website](https://sports.jharkhand.gov.in/Home.aspx) Directorate of Art, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs.
> **Download Application Form**
- Navigate to the "Notice" section, select "Khel Vritika (Spor...