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Scheme for Dronacharya Award for Outstanding Coaches in Sports and Games

Ministry: Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports

Department: Department of Sports

The award for Outstanding Coaches in Sports & Games is a prestigious national sports award instituted by the Government of India to recognize coaches who have consistently demonstrated outstanding & meritorious work in training sportspersons to achieve excellence at international competitions.

Start date1 Jan 1985
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About This Scheme

Scheme for Dronacharya Award for Outstanding Coaches in Sports and Games has been launched by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. The award is conferred upon coaches who have made exceptional contributions to sports coaching and athlete development. Objectives: - To honour coaches who have consistently produced outstanding international-level sportspersons. - To motivate coaches to dedicate themselves to improving sports performance standards and bringing glory to India through international achievements. Sports Disciplines Covered: The award is given to coaches associated with: - Olympic sports disciplines. - Non-Olympic sports disciplines recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. - Indigenous sports recognized by the Government of India. Award Categories: - Dronacharya Award (Regular) - Dronacharya Award (Lifetime Contribution) Number of Awards: - Ordinarily, not more than 5 awards are given in a calendar year. - Out of these, 2 awards are reserved for Lifetime Contribution in Coaching.

Benefits

₹10.0 L

Selected awardees receive:

Dronacharya Award (Regular)

  • Statuette
  • Certificate
  • Ceremonial Dress
  • Cash Prize of ₹10,00,000

Dronacharya Award (Lifetime Contribution)

  • Statuette
  • Certificate
  • Ceremonial Dress
  • Cash Prize of ₹15,00,000

Additional Information

  • The awards are ordinarily conferred by the President of India on 29th August (National Sports Day).
  • No individual can receive the award more than once.
  • The award may be conferred posthumously.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    Eligibility for Regular Dronacharya Award

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    The applicant must be a coach at the Grassroot, Development, or Elite level.

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    The applicant must have produced outstanding sporting achievements during the four years immediately preceding the award year.

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    Submit details of the athletes coached and the coaching period claimed for the achievements.

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    Eligibility for Lifetime Contribution Category

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    The applicant must have contributed to coaching and athlete development for 20 years or more.

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    In the case of Grassroot/Development coaches, they have been associated with an athlete for at least 5 years during the 20-year period.

Required Documents

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    Date of Birth Proof.
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    Recent Passport-size Photograph.
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    Signature.
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    Vigilance Clearance Certificate (for Government/PSU employees, if applicable).
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    Employer's Vigilance/Disciplinary Clearance Report (if employed).
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    Self-undertaking regarding criminal and moral conduct (for self-employed applicants).
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    Degree/Diploma in Coaching (if applicable).
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    Certificates of international achievements of sportspersons coached.
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    Details of coaching tenure with athletes.
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    Signed undertaking in prescribed format.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Step 1: Visit the Department of Sports online portal: https://dbtyas-sports.gov.in/

Step 2: Register on the portal by providing the required details and completing mobile OTP verification.

Step 3: Log in using the credentials received after registration.

Step 4: Complete and update the applicant profile.

Step 5: Select the Dronacharya Award scheme and submit the application online.

Step 6: After successful submission, a unique registration number will be generated for future reference.

Important Notes

  • Eligible coaches may apply directly through the online portal without requiring recommendations from nominating authorities.
  • The government may nominate up to two deserving candidates.
  • The award is granted for the calendar year in which applications are invited.

Contact Details

Dronacharya Award Helpdesk

Email: section.sp4-moyas@gov.in

Phone: 011-23387432

Nodal Officer

Name: Shri Kunal

Email: js-develop-sports@gov.in

Phone: 011-23387432

Technical Support

Mobile: 8384058103

Email: techsupport-awards@mha.gov.in

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Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹10.0 L
Launched
1 Jan 1985

Categories

Sports & Culture

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