About this education scheme
The scheme aims to develop specialists, coaches, officials, and researchers in sports. Under this scheme, fellowships, training support, research grants, and publication assistance are provided to sports personnel and institutions.
The "Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports- Fellowship Programme" by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. The scheme aims to sporting excellence by modernizing and augmenting the overall sports eco-system, developing a large pool of specialists in sports science, sports medicine, sports technology, sports nutrition, sports physiotherapy, and high-performance coaching, refereeing, and psychology. Under this scheme, fellowships for specialised studies, financial support for participation in and holding of seminars, workshops, clinics, and conferences, assistance for appearing in qualifying examinations and specialised training, research grants, and publication assistance are provided to officials of the Ministry, the Sports Authority of India, National Sports Federations, athletes, coaches, technical officials, students, and researchers.
Scheme Implementation:
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Sports in association with its Autonomous Bodies, namely the Sports Authority of India, the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, the National Dope Testing Laboratory, the National Anti Doping Agency, and the National Sports University.
Components of the Scheme:
The scheme will have the following components:
(i) Fellowship Programme
(ii) Exchange of Knowledge/ Research/ Ideas
a) For attending seminars/ workshops/conferences of repute in India or abroad
b) For holding training programmes/ seminars/ workshops/ clinics and conferences within the country
(iii) Assistance to Match Officials, Coaches and Supporting Personnel
(iv) Assistance for Research
(v) Publication of Outstanding Works on sports related Subjects
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports- Fellowship Programme (SHRDS-FP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Department | Department of Sports |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Education |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | No lower limit to 55 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 55 years
- 💼Sportsperson
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Fellowship for advanced and specialised training of short-term (up to 3 to 6 months) and long-term (up to 2 years) modules, workshops, courses, and programmes in India as well as abroad, in sports science disciplines such as Biomechanics, Sports Nutrition, Kinesiology, Anthropometry, Exercise Physiology, Sports Psychology, General Theory and Method of Training, Sports Medicine, Anti-doping, Sports Informatics, Sports Statistics and Sports Modelling, Sports Genetics, Sociology of Sports, Sports Management, and Sports Law.
- Employees of the Central Government, State Governments, and Autonomous Bodies of the Department of Sports are assisted as per the Department of Personnel and Training (DoP&T) rates.
- Nominations from State and Union Territory Governments may be invited for up to 40 percent of slots.
- Up to 4 employees can be granted fellowship in a calendar year for the long-term programme of up to 2 years.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be an Indian national currently based in India.
- Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are not eligible.
- The applicant should not be more than 55 years of age.
- The applicant should take admission in an institute approved by the UGC or the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) in India, and by the respective Government Bodies for institutions outside India.
- The applicant should possess an admission or offer letter from the institution, with a break-up of the fee structure for the entire course.
- Preference is given to candidates who have received financial assistance, in part, from the institution offering admission or any other institution or body.
Special conditions for long-term fellowship
- Only permanent employees of autonomous bodies under the Department of Sports, such as the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL), the National Anti Doping Agency (NADA), and the National Sports University (NSU), are considered for the long-term programme of up to 2 years on the DoP&T pattern.
- The candidate must secure admission in a reputed institute or university in India or abroad.
Condition for a short-term fellowship
- The applicant having a sports background, namely a National or International level athlete and a National or International level coach, may also be considered, provided they are otherwise eligible.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 01: The applicant should submit the application online through the dedicated portal, dbtyas-sports.gov.in. Only online applications received through this portal are accepted.
Step 02: The applications, along with the recommendations of the Appraisal Committee, are then placed before the Designated Committee, which meets bi-monthly in the first or second week of every alternate month.
Step 03: The decision of the Designated Committee in respect of selection of any application or proposal is final.
Step 04: Selected candidates are intimated by the Department and are required to submit all documents in original to the Department of Sports for verification.
NOTE:
- The applicant should ensure the application is submitted well before the time of the scheduled meeting of the Designated Committee, and not later than the 20th day of the preceding month of the scheduled meeting.
- Applications and proposals received on or before the 20th day of the preceding month, and complete in all respects, are first placed before the Appraisal Committee for examining the eligibility and technical aspects.
User Manual: Click here.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Fellowship Programme offer?
It offers fellowship for advanced and specialised training of short-term (up to 3 to 6 months) and long-term (up to 2 years) modules, workshops, courses, and programmes in India as well as abroad, in sports science disciplines.
Which disciplines are covered under the fellowship?
The disciplines include Biomechanics, Sports Nutrition, Kinesiology, Anthropometry, Exercise Physiology, Sports Psychology, General Theory and Method of Training, Sports Medicine, Anti-doping, Sports Informatics, Sports Statistics and Sports Modelling, Sports Genetics, Sociology of Sports, Sports Management, and Sports Law. The competent authority decides the relevance of a course on a case-to-case basis.
What is the age limit to apply for the fellowship?
The applicant should not be more than 55 years of age.
Are Persons of Indian Origin or Overseas Citizens of India eligible?
No, the applicant must be an Indian national currently based in India; PIO and OCI are not eligible.
Who can apply for the long-term fellowship of up to 2 years?
Only permanent employees of autonomous bodies under the Department of Sports (SAI, LNIPE, NDTL, NADA, and NSU) who secure admission to a reputed institute or university in India or abroad are eligible.
How many employees can get the long-term fellowship in a year?
Up to 4 employees can be granted the long-term fellowship in a calendar year.
Can athletes and coaches apply for the fellowship?
Yes, for short-term fellowship, a National or International level athlete and a National or International level coach may be considered, provided they are otherwise eligible.
Are nominations from State Governments accepted?
Yes, nominations from State and Union Territory Governments may be invited for up to 40 percent of slots.
Is a bond required for the fellowship?
Yes. Candidates must execute a surety bond on Rs. 100 non-judicial stamp paper to serve on a contractual basis with SAI or a designated organization for 3 years if offered. Government/autonomous body employees on short-term fellowship must provide an indemnity bond and continue serving their organization for at least 2 years.
What happens if I do not complete the programme?
The candidate has to complete the programme, failing which the sanctioned amount is recovered along with interest of 10 percent per annum.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines dbtyas-sports.gov.in (PDF)
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