About this sports scheme
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy awards cash prizes to the top three universities in India for sports performance. Universities can apply online anytime. The winners receive Rs. 15,00,000, Rs. 7,50,000, and Rs. 4,50,000.
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy is a prestigious award given to the best performing university in sports in India.
It is run by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports to encourage competitive sports among universities.
This scheme provides cash prizes to promote sports infrastructure and athlete training.
The initiative aims to inspire students to participate in sports and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy Scheme (MAKATS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Department | Department of Sports |
| Launch year | 1957 |
| Benefit | The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy awards cash prizes to the top three universities in India... |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Sports |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | dbtyas-sports.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | Sports Authority Of India (SA1) |
| Scheme for | Infra |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
मौला अबुल कलाम आज़ाद ट्रॉफी भारत के शीर्ष तीन विश्वविद्यालयों को खेल प्रदर्शन के लिए नकद पुरस्कार देती है। विश्वविद्यालय कभी भी ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। विजेताओं को Rs. 15,00,000, Rs. 7,50,000 और Rs. 4,50,000 मिलते हैं।
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy awards cash prizes to the top three universities in India...
What you receive
- 1st position: Rs. 15,00,000
- 2nd position: Rs. 7,50,000
- 3rd position: Rs. 4,50,000
The cash awards are given to the winning universities and must be used for promoting sports, enhancing infrastructure, and training athletes.
Who qualifies
- Must be a university recognized by the Government/UGC.
- Age of applicants must be between 5 and 80 years.
Who is not eligible
- Universities not recognized by the Government/UGC are not eligible.
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Registration walkthrough
- Visit the application portal.
- Register by providing personal details and verifying your mobile number.
- Receive login credentials via email.
- Log in and update your profile with additional details.
- Click on the 'Schemes' tab to apply for the MAKA Trophy.
To check the application or payment status, log in to the application portal or contact the helpline provided on the website.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 1957 |
|---|
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Submitting incomplete documents can lead to rejection.
- Missing the deadline for application or nominations.
- Not following the prescribed format for the proposal.
- Incorrectly calculating sports achievements.
- Failing to verify mobile number during registration.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the MAKA Trophy?
It aims to promote competitive sports in universities.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only universities recognized by the Government/UGC can apply.
How much prize money is awarded?
The top three universities receive Rs. 15,00,000, Rs. 7,50,000, and Rs. 4,50,000.
What can the prize money be used for?
It can be used for sports promotion, infrastructure, and training.
How often is the award given?
The award is given annually based on the previous year's performance.
What documents are needed to apply?
A signed undertaking and a complete proposal in PDF format.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines yas.nic.in (PDF)
- Documents Required dbtyas-sports.gov.in (PDF)
- User Guide - Application Process dbtyas-sports.gov.in
- Helpdesk awards.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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