Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure
About this scheme
The scheme component "Creation and Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure" under the "Khelo India Scheme" is a centrally sponsored initiative implemented by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, aimed at creating and upgrading sports infrastructure across the country through financial assistance for modern sports facilities, sports science infrastructure, and sports equipment for eligible entities. It supports both new (Greenfield) and existing (Brownfield) sports infrastructure projects that address critical infrastructure gaps. The scheme promotes inclusive, accessible, environmentally sustainable, and community-oriented sports facilities. Assistance may also be provided for sports science infrastructure and sports equipment based on specific requirements and recommendations.
Benefits
Infrastructure Development Grant:
- Financial assistance for creation and upgradation of sports infrastructure across India.
Synthetic Athletic Track:
- Up to ₹9.50 crore for an 8-lane Synthetic Athletic Track.
- Up to ₹6.50 crore for a 4-lane Synthetic Athletic Track.
Hockey Infrastructure:
- Up to ₹6.50 crore for a Synthetic Hockey Field.
- Up to ₹8.00 crore for a Synthetic Hockey Field with Lighting.
- Up to ₹2.60 crore for a Natural Hockey Field.
Football Infrastructure:
- Up to ₹3.20 crore for a Natural Football Field.
- Up to ₹6.00 crore for a Synthetic Football Turf.
Multipurpose Sports Hall
- Up to ₹14.00 crore for a Multipurpose Hall (60m × 40m × 12.5m).
- Up to ₹11.83 crore for a Multipurpose Hall (40m × 20m × 9m).
- Up to ₹7.50 crore for a Multipurpose Hall (36m × 20m × 9m).
- Up to ₹3.00 crore for a Multipurpose Hall (18.5m × 17.5m × 7.5m).
- Up to ₹1.75 crore for a Multipurpose Hall (17.5m × 10m × 7.5m).
Swimming Pool Infrastructure:
- Up to ₹3.50 crore for a 25m × 25m Swimming Pool.
- Up to ₹6.50 crore for a 50m × 25m Swimming Pool.
- Up to ₹8.00 crore for an All-Weather Swimming Pool.
Other Sports Facilities
- Up to ₹1.50 crore for a Lawn Tennis Court.
- Up to ₹1.50 crore for an Archery Range.
- Up to ₹6.00 crore for a Squash Court.
Sports Science And Equipment Support
- Grant-in-aid may be provided for Sports Science Infrastructure and Sports Equipment based on specific proposals and approval by the competent authority.
Community Access
- Infrastructure created under the scheme should be accessible to local communities, schools, colleges, sports associations, women, and persons with disabilities.
Who is Eligible
Eligible Entities:
- State Governments
- State Sports Councils
- State Sports Authorities
- State Schools
- State Universities
- Schools under the Central Government
- Colleges under the Central Government
- Universities under the Central Government
- Sports Control Boards of Central Ministries
- Defence Organizations
- Paramilitary Organizations
- Sports Authority of India (SAI)
- Autonomous Bodies under the Central Government
How to Apply
Online
Step 1: The Entity must prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) with all required technical and financial details.
Step 2: The applicant must submit the proposal through the concerned Department of Sports of the State or Union Territory.
Step 3: Central Universities, Sports Control Boards, Sports Authority of India, and eligible Central entities may submit proposals through the prescribed route specified in the guidelines.
Step 4: The proposal is examined by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Step 5: The proposal is evaluated by the Project Appraisal Committee (PAC).
Step 6: Recommended proposals are placed before the Departmental Project Approval Committee (DPAC).
Step 7: Approved projects receive sanction and release of funds as per scheme norms.
Step 8: The grantee must implement the project and submit progress reports, utilization certificates, and completion certificates.
Documents Required
- Detailed Project Report (DPR)
- Cost Estimates Based On Delhi Schedule Of Rates (DSR) 2021
- Technical Drawings And Designs
- Bill Of Quantities (BOQ)
- Land Ownership Certificate
- Land Clearance Certificate
- Encumbrance-Free Land Certificate
- Project Justification Report
- Undertaking For Bearing Cost Beyond Admissible Grant
- Asset Maintenance Plan
- Accessibility Compliance Certificate
- Community Utilization Plan
- Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) With Executing Agency (For Approved Projects)
- Award Letter Issued To Contractor (For Approved Projects)
- Utilization Certificate (For Subsequent Fund Releases)
- Physical Progress Report
- Photographs Of Project Site
- Completion Certificate (After Project Completion)
- Audited Statement Of Expenditure
- Any other documents as required.
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of this scheme component?
The scheme provides financial assistance for creating and upgrading sports infrastructure across the country.
- Which ministry implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
- Who can apply under this scheme?
Eligible State Governments, educational institutions, Sports Authority of India, defence organizations, paramilitary organizations, and other eligible entities can apply.
- What types of projects are supported under the scheme?
The scheme supports both new sports infrastructure projects and the upgradation of existing sports facilities.
- Is funding available for athletic tracks?
Yes, funding is available for both 4-lane and 8-lane synthetic athletic tracks.
- Does the scheme support hockey infrastructure?
Yes, the scheme supports synthetic hockey fields, hockey fields with lighting, and natural hockey fields.
- Are football facilities eligible for assistance?
Yes, both natural football fields and synthetic football turfs are eligible for assistance.
- Can assistance be obtained for multipurpose sports halls?
Yes, financial assistance is available for different categories of multipurpose sports halls.
- Does the scheme provide support for swimming pools?
Yes, assistance is available for various categories of swimming pools, including all-weather swimming pools.
- Can sports equipment be funded under the scheme?
Yes, grant-in-aid may be provided for sports equipment based on specific requirements and approval.
- Is community access to the sports infrastructure mandatory?
Yes, the infrastructure created under the scheme should be made available to the community and other users as prescribed.
- Is ownership of land necessary for receiving assistance?
Yes, the applicant must own the project land and the land must be free from encumbrances.
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