Delhi Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana (MKPY)

The Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana (MKPY), implemented by the Sports Branch, Directorate of Education, Delhi, provides financial support to eligible athletes for training, international participation and sporting achievements. Assistance includes up to Rs. 20 lakh annually for elite training, up to Rs. 5 lakh for school athletes, Rs. 2,000 per month for selected young trainees and cash rewards of up to Rs. 7 crore for an Olympic or Paralympic gold medal.

Introduction of Delhi Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana: A Brief Insight

Delhi has produced talented wrestlers, boxers, shooters and other sportspersons who have made India proud. However, many promising athletes struggle with training expenses or move to other States in search of better facilities. The Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana aims to address these challenges by supporting athletes at different stages of their sporting journey, from grassroots training to international competitions.

The Government of NCT of Delhi launched this scheme to strengthen sports facilities and provide financial assistance to deserving athletes. In July 2025, the Cabinet led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta revised the scheme to improve support for sportspersons and increase cash rewards. The Sports Branch of the Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi, implements the scheme under the leadership of Education and Sports Minister Ashish Sood.

The scheme has five components covering training assistance, international participation, medal rewards and grassroots sports development. Elite athletes can receive up to Rs. 20 lakh per year for training, while eligible school athletes can receive up to Rs. 5 lakh per year. Both categories can also receive medical insurance support as per the scheme rules.

The scheme also offers cash rewards of up to Rs. 7 crore for an Olympic gold medal. Eligible international-level athletes can claim up to Rs. 2 lakh for participation in a qualifying event, while selected trainees at government sports centres can receive Rs. 2,000 per month. In October 2026, the Government approved Rs. 9.75 crore for 123 athletes.

Eligibility depends on the support category. Applicants generally need to meet the prescribed Delhi residence or schooling conditions for the previous three years, along with the relevant sporting criteria. School athletes must meet the specified Delhi State ranking requirements, elite athletes must satisfy the prescribed competition standards, and grassroots trainees must follow attendance requirements at government sports centres.

The Directorate of Education publishes application details through official notices and circulars. Depending on the component, applicants may need to complete an online form, attach supporting documents and submit a signed hard copy to the Sports Branch at Chhatrasal Stadium, Model Town, Delhi. Applicants should check the latest official notice for the applicable process, documents and deadline.

Young women athletes who travel to training centres can also check the Saheli Pink Card Scheme for possible bus travel benefits. Women in athletes’ families who need financial or livelihood support can explore the Laxmi Yojana and the Durga E-Auto Scheme, which supports women interested in earning a livelihood by driving electric autos.

Athletes, parents, coaches and other residents can explore more welfare initiatives through our Delhi Government Schemes List page.

Latest Update

• 11 October 2026: Education and Sports Minister Ashish Sood approved Rs. 9.75 crore for 123 athletes, including 89 elite and 34 school-level players. About 60%, or Rs. 5.85 crore, is being released in the first phase, and more sports have been added to the scheme.
• 10 September 2026: The Delhi Cabinet approved a new Grassroot Training Support component, giving Rs. 2,000 a month to selected young trainees at Delhi Government sports centres and stadiums.
• April to May 2026: Applications for Elite Training Support and Participation Support were reopened for athletes who missed the earlier window, with 7 May 2026 as the last date.
• Next Cycle: The circular for the next round of applications is awaited from the Sports Branch.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

The Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana provides different forms of financial assistance to support athletes at various stages of their sporting careers. Its five components cover grassroots training, school-level athletes, elite sportspersons, international participation and medal-winning achievements.

The Five Components at a Glance

Each component has separate eligibility conditions and application requirements. The amount and type of assistance depend on the selected component and the applicable scheme rules.

Cash Rewards for Medal Winners

The supplied scheme details state that Olympic and Paralympic medal rewards were increased in July 2025 from ₹3 crore, ₹2 crore and ₹1 crore to the amounts listed above. Athletes should check the latest official notification to confirm the applicable award rates.

Government Jobs for Top Medallists

Appointment depends on the applicable government recruitment rules, eligibility requirements and relevant notifications.

Expenses Covered Under Training Support

• Coaching fees and specialised training.
• Sports equipment and kits.
• Nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Travel, boarding and lodging for competitions.
• Physiotherapy, medical treatment and mental well-being support.

How Training Support Is Paid

According to the supplied scheme details, approved training assistance is released in two phases: 60% in the first phase and the remaining 40% later. The release of each instalment depends on the approval and payment process prescribed by the department.

The supplied information also cites an October 2026 approval of ₹9.75 crore for 123 athletes, with ₹5.85 crore released in the first phase. This specific payment update should be retained only after confirmation through an official government announcement.

Support for Young Athletes at Sports Centres

The grassroots component provides reported monthly assistance of ₹2,000 to selected trainees at eligible Delhi Government sports centres and stadiums. The support can help meet routine training-related expenses and reduce financial barriers for promising young athletes.

Benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility conditions, verification and approval. Assistance already received under another Delhi Government scheme for the same purpose may be adjusted according to the scheme rules.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

Eligibility for the Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana depends on the selected component, sporting achievements and training requirements. Applicants must meet the general conditions as well as the specific criteria for their chosen component.

Conditions for All Components

• Must be a bona fide resident of Delhi for the last three years and/or a regular student of a Delhi school for the past three years, as applicable.
• Must not have been found guilty of age fraud or doping.
• Must not receive assistance from another State or Union Territory for the same purpose.
• Must participate in a sport covered under the approved list for the selected component.

Which Component Fits You?

School Sportsperson Training Support

• Must be enrolled in a school in Delhi.
• Ranking must be based on the relevant Delhi State Sports Federation’s records.
• The sport must be included in Annexure 1 of the scheme circular.

Elite Training Support

• Intended for sportspersons competing at national or international level.
• The sport must be listed in Annexure 2 of the scheme circular.
• Any assistance received under TOPS or other national sports support schemes must be disclosed.

Participation Support

• Assistance is limited to one tournament per financial year.
• No age limit applies.
• Athletes receiving Elite Training Support cannot claim this assistance.

Achievement Recognition

• The tournament must fall within the financial year specified by the department.
• Cash awards are not provided for ranking tournaments or events involving fewer than five participating countries, as stated in the scheme conditions.

Grassroot Training Support

• Up to 25% of regularly enrolled trainees at a centre may be selected.
• Selection is generally limited to 100 athletes per centre, or up to 150 at larger stadiums.
• Selection considers performance, potential, attendance, discipline and financial need.
• Selected trainees undergo quarterly reviews.

Newly Added Sports

According to the supplied scheme details, the additional sports include Wushu, Roller Skating, Kabaddi, Handball and Basketball at the elite level, and Wushu, Mallakhamb, Yogasana and Roller Skating at the school level. Applicants should check the latest department circular and its annexures to confirm the approved sports for each component.

Documents Required to be Attached

Applicants under the Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana must submit documents according to the selected component. Keep scanned copies and self-attested photocopies ready, as the process involves online application submission followed by a signed hard copy to the Sports Branch.

Documents Common to Most Components

• Delhi residence proof for the last three years: Passport, Voter ID, parents’ Voter ID for minors, or domicile certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Sports achievement certificates from recognised state, national or international events.
• Bank proof: Cancelled cheque or bank passbook showing account number, MICR and IFSC code.
• Recent colour photograph: JPG format, maximum 50 KB and not older than six months.
• Affidavit declaring that no financial or in-kind assistance has been received from another source for the same purpose.

Component-Wise Additional Documents

Budget Estimate Requirements

Applicants seeking training support must submit a budget estimate based on their actual training requirements. It may include coaching fees, sports equipment, kit, nutrition, travel, boarding and lodging, and medical expenses.

Documents for Participation Support Claims

Applicants seeking reimbursement must retain original bills for expenses such as airfare, entry fees, visa fees, accommodation and local travel abroad. Submit the supporting bills and payment proofs required for the claim.

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

Sportspersons can apply for the Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana through the application links and instructions issued by the Sports Branch of the Delhi Directorate of Education. The process depends on the component you choose. Some applications require an online form followed by a signed hard copy, while Participation Support follows the procedure given in its official circular.

Before applying, visit the official Mukhyamantri Khel Prothsahan Yojana page and check the Sports Branch website for the latest instructions. Application links and eligibility periods may differ between components.

Step 1: Choose Your Component

First, decide which type of assistance you need. Then open the corresponding section on the official website.

• School Sportsperson Training Support: For eligible school-level athletes.
• Elite Training Support: For eligible athletes competing at a high national or international level.
• Participation Support: For eligible athletes participating in international events.
• Achievement Recognition: For eligible sportspersons seeking awards for their achievements.
• Grassroot Training Support: For eligible trainees at designated Delhi Government sports centres and stadiums.

Route A: School Sportsperson and Elite Training Support

Use the application link for the relevant component. The online forms and instructions may differ for school-level and elite athletes.

Step 1: Open the scheme page and select School Sportsperson Training Support or Elite Training Support, as applicable.

Step 2: Open the application form and enter your personal details, sport, ranking and achievement information. Fill in every field required by the form.

Step 3: Enter your bank account details and disclose any other financial assistance requested in the application.

Step 4: Upload the required photograph, budget estimate and supporting documents in the specified formats and file sizes.

Step 5: Submit the form and save the registration or application ID. You may need this number to complete the next part of the application.

Step 6: If the instructions require a second form or report form, complete that step using your registration ID. Print the complete application, sign it and attach the required self-attested documents.

Step 7: Submit the signed hard copy to the Sports Branch at the address and within the period specified in the latest circular. Follow the instructions for your particular component.

The Directorate has published separate application modules and instructions for these components. For example, the School Sportsperson Training Support application guidelines explain how applicants complete Parts A and B, generate a registration ID and print the final form. Always follow the instructions for the current application cycle.

Route B: Achievement Recognition (Cash Awards)

Eligible medal winners can use the online Achievement Recognition application module.

Step 1: Open the Achievement Recognition application page.

Step 2: Complete Parts A, B and C of the application, following the instructions displayed on each page.

Step 3: Check your personal details, sporting achievements and supporting information before submitting the form.

Step 4: Use the available print option to obtain the complete application. Sign the printout and attach the required medal certificates and annexures.

Step 5: Submit the signed application and supporting documents to the Sports Branch, Chhatrasal Stadium, Model Town, Delhi – 110009, within the period stated in the relevant circular.

The official application page also provides a facility to search for an application ID. Keep your registration details safe for future reference.

Route C: Participation Support

Applicants seeking assistance for an eligible international event should follow the procedure in the Participation Support circular.

Step 1: Read the official Participation Support circular and check the application format, eligibility conditions and submission instructions.

Step 2: Fill in the prescribed application form with the tournament details, travel information and expenses for which you are seeking reimbursement.

Step 3: Attach the required supporting documents, such as tickets, boarding passes, original bills, participation certificate, selection or invitation letter, Aadhaar details and affidavit, as specified in the circular.

Step 4: Submit the application to the designated office in the manner and within the period mentioned in the circular. Do not assume that an online form is available if the notice specifies an offline process.

Route D: Grassroot Training Support

This component is intended for eligible trainees at designated Delhi Government sports centres and stadiums.

Step 1: Check the Sports Branch website for the latest notice concerning Grassroot Training Support.

Step 2: Continue attending your training centre regularly and maintain the attendance required under the scheme.

Step 3: Follow the selection or enrolment instructions issued by the department or your sports centre. Ask the centre’s officials about the required documents and selection procedure.

What Happens After You Submit Your Application?

• The department checks the application, supporting documents and eligibility conditions.
• Officials may verify sporting achievements, rankings and other information.
• If the application is approved, assistance is processed according to the rules of the selected component.
• Applicants may need to provide additional documents or complete further formalities if the department requests them.

Important: Completing an online form does not automatically guarantee approval. Check the latest circular for the application period, hard-copy submission requirements and any additional instructions. The official scheme page and Sports Branch website are the main places to check for updates.

Quick Self-Check Before You Apply

Important Links Available of the Scheme

• Mukhyamantri Khel Prothsahan Yojana page, Directorate of Education, Delhi
• Sports Branch circulars and online modules
• Achievement Recognition application forms
• Participation Support circular with application format (PDF)
• Revised cash awards announcement, All India Radio

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Department: Sports Branch, Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi
• Office: Chhatrasal Stadium, Model Town, Delhi – 110009
• Officer in Charge: Deputy Director of Education (Sports)
• Hard Copy Submission: Sports Branch or Administration Branch, Chhatrasal Stadium, as mentioned in the circular
• Website: edudel.nic.in

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