Free Education For Sports Medal Winners / Participants Of National/ International Events
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme of "Free Education for Sports Medal Winners / Participants of National/ International Events" is introduced by UGC, to provide financial assistance to the medal winners\ elite sports persons studying in universities/colleges leading to all the full-time regular courses.
What You Get
- Free or reduced tuition fees for full-time regular courses in universities and colleges
- Financial assistance to support education while pursuing sports excellence
- Support for elite sports persons and national/international medal winners
- Access to quality higher education without financial hardship
Who Can Apply
- Age: 14–100 years
- Must be a medal winner at national or international sports events
- Must be an elite or recognized sports person
- Must be enrolled in a full-time regular course at a university or college
- Must be studying in India (central scheme applicable across all states)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Medal Certificate
- 3. University/College Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Sports Recognition Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Education
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 14–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/fesmwpnie…Nodal Ministry
Ministry of Education
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