About this sports scheme
The scheme aims to promote sports among talented children aged 8 to 14 years in Uttarakhand by providing a monthly scholarship of Rs. 1,500. Players in this age group are selected every year on the basis of Physical & Sports Aptitude Test (P-SAT), with 150 boys & 150 girls selected from each district.
The scheme “Mukhyamantri Udeeyman Khiladi Unnayan Chhatravriti Yojana” was launched by the Department of Sports, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote sports among talented children aged 8 to 14 years in Uttarakhand by providing monthly scholarships.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Udeeyman Khiladi Unnayan Chhatravriti Yojana (MUKUCY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Sports |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Sports |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | sports.uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Age | 8 to 14 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 8 to 14 years
- 💍Never Married
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under this scheme, players aged 8 to 14 years are selected every year on the basis of the Physical and Sports Aptitude Test (P-SAT).
- From each district, 150 boys and 150 girls are selected (25 boys and 25 girls from each age group: 8–9 years, 9–10 years, 10–11 years, 11–12 years, 12–13 years, and 13–14 years).
- Each selected player is awarded a scholarship of Rs. 1,500/- per month for one year.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be a boy or girl between 8 and 14 years of age.
- The boy or girl who obtain the highest marks based on merit in the final district-level competition, conducted through various stages of the Physical and Sports Aptitude Test (P-SAT) assessing physical abilities such as strength, flexibility, endurance, speed, and coordination, will be eligible for the sports scholarship.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- The Sports Directorate will publish the selection schedule through an advertisement in April. The selection process is typically completed between May 15 and June 15 each year, and information regarding the venue and dates will be provided by the respective District Sports Officer.
- A maximum of two boys and two girls from each school (government, non-government, or private) will be eligible to participate in each age group. The selection of these students will be carried out by the respective schools themselves. There will be no compulsion to conduct the Physical and Sports Aptitude Test (P-SAT) at the school level; however, schools will be informed about this method through wide publicity so that players are aware of the process at the initial stage.
- Further process – The subsequent selection is conducted by the districts at the Nyaya Panchayat, Municipality, Municipal Corporation, Block Development, and district levels:
| Sl. No. | Level | Participant Source | Number Selected for Next Step |
| 1 | Nyaya Panchayat / Nagar Panchayat | 2 boys and girls participants from each school | For Block Level – 2 boys and 2 girls per age group |
| 2 | (a) Municipal Corporation / Municipality Level Selection Committee | 2 boys and 2 girls participants from each school | For district level - (a) From Municipality - 3 boys and 3 girls per age group (for Rudraprayag, Bageshwar, and Champawat districts – 5 boys and 5 girls per age group per Municipality) (b) From Municipal Corporation - 6 boys and 6 girls per age group |
| 3 | (b) From each Block Development | From Nyaya Panchayat / Nagar Panchayat – 2 boys and 2 girls per age group | For district level- from Block Development - 6 boys and 6 girls per age group (for Rudraprayag, Bageshwar, and Champawat districts – 10 boys and 10 girls per age group per Block Development) |
- Six competitions will be organized to test physical efficiency (1. 30-meter flying run, 2. Standing broad jump, 3. Forward bend and reach, 4. 6×10 shuttle run, 5. Medicine ball put, 6. 600-meter run)
- The district-level selection committee will prepare a final list of 25 boys and 25 girls in each age group who secure the highest marks based on merit. These selected players will be eligible for the sports scholarship, which will be directly transferred to their bank accounts through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Documents Required: It is mandatory to register candidates at the Nyaya Panchayat or ward level. The application form is available on the Sports Department’s website. Along with the application form, candidates must submit their Aadhaar card, birth certificate, permanent residence certificate, bank account details, and a passport-size photograph.
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate in this scheme?
Boys and girls between the ages of 8 to 14 years and who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible.
What is the scholarship amount under this scheme?
Selected players receive a monthly scholarship of Rs. 1,500/-.
How are players selected for the scholarship?
Players are selected based on the Physical and Sports Aptitude Test (P-SAT), which evaluates strength, flexibility, endurance, speed, and coordination.
How many boys and girls are selected per district?
A total of 150 boys and 150 girls per district are selected every year.
When is the selection schedule announced?
The selection schedule is published through an advertisement by the Sports Directorate in April each year.
What are the important dates for the selection process?
The selection process is typically completed between May 15th and June 15th each year.
Who provides information about the venue and dates of selection?
The relevant District Sports Officer provides details about the venue and selection dates.
How many participants can a school send for selection?
A maximum of 2 boys and 2 girls per age group from each school can participate.
How many competitions are organized to test physical efficiency?
Six competitions are organized: 30-meter flying run, standing broad jump, forward bend and reach, 6×10 shuttle run, medicine ball put, and 600-meter run.
How is the final selection made at the district level?
The district-level selection committee prepares a final list of 25 boys and 25 girls per age group based on merit.
How is the scholarship disbursed?
The scholarship is directly transferred to the player’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines (Page No. 110) uk.gov.in (PDF)
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