Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports: Assistance for Research

The scheme component "Assistance for Research" under the "Scheme of Human Resources Development in Sports" is implemented by the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India to promote research and development in sports-related disciplines through financial assistance to eligible scholars, universities, and institutions. The scheme supports research projects that address sports-specific challenges and contribute to the overall improvement of sports and games in the country. Research may cover areas such as sports psychology, sports medicine, injury management, performance enhancement, sociological studies related to sports, and identification of talent. The scheme also encourages collaborative research under bilateral and multilateral Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed by the Ministry and its autonomous bodies. Grants are provided for approved research projects based on merit and expected contribution to sports development in India.

• Research Grant: Financial assistance is provided for sports-related research projects. - Standard Research Funding: Grant is provided as per University Grants Commission (UGC) norms, subject to a maximum limit of ₹10,00,000/-. - Mega Research Projects: Financial assistance of up to ₹50,00,000/- may be provided for exceptional mega research projects. - Research Areas Supported: Support is available for studies related to sports psychology, sports medicine, injury management, performance improvement, talent identification, and sports sociology. - Institutional Research Support: Government institutions and UGC-recognised universities engaged in sports-related activities are encouraged to undertake research projects. - Individual Research Support: Subject specialists and research scholars may receive assistance for eligible research and development studies. - Collaborative Research: Support may be provided for research undertaken under bilateral and multilateral Memoranda of Understanding signed by the Ministry. - Validity of Assistance: The duration of the grant is up to 2 years.
  

• The applicant must be an Indian national currently based in India.
• The applicant must not be more than 58 years of age.
• The applicant must possess a Ph.D. or Master's Degree in specific sports-related subjects.
• The applicant must either hold a permanent position in an institution or have a suitable arrangement with an institution.
• The applicant must have the research proposal or project approved by the concerned University or Institute.
• The proposed research must have a direct bearing on sports-related issues or contribute to the improvement of sports and games in India.
• The applicant may submit details of past publications or research work in related areas, if available.

Online

Step 1: The applicant will open the website to register and apply for the Online Schemes of the Department of Sports.
Step 2: The applicant will click on the ‘Registration’ tab to start the one-time registration process. Here, the applicant will fill in the required personal details, including verification of their mobile number through OTP.
Step 3: After successful registration, the applicant will get a message that the login credentials have been sent to the registered email ID.
Step 4: The applicant will use the login credentials received on the registered email ID to log in to the online portal. Please remember to refresh the captcha before clicking on the Log In button.
Step 5: After the first time login, the applicant will be required to update their other basic details. After filling in the details, click on the ‘Update’ button and the profile will be successfully updated.
Step 6: The applicant will click on the ‘Schemes’ tab and apply for the desired scheme.

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1. Copy of passport or other identification such as a PAN card, Driving License, Aadhar Card, etc.
   1. Copy of Birth Certificate or Secondary School Certificate indicating Date of Birth
   2. Copy of Ph.D/Masters degree certificate
   3. Declaration signed by the Institute
   4. Approval of the Institute
   5. Copy of the synopsis of past publications/ research

• Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are not eligible.