ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme - for Young Athletes
by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
Up to ₹30,000 Monthly Scholarship
ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme - for Young Athletes is a scholarship by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) for children aged 15–20, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Duration
1 year (Renewable annually based on performance)
Format
Individual
Time needed
Full-time dedication to sports training and competitions
About This Opportunity
The ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme is a prestigious initiative by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. to provide financial support to promising young athletes in India. The primary objective is to empower talented sportspersons who face financial constraints, enabling them to pursue their sporting careers without hindrance and bring laurels to the country.
This scholarship is open to Indian citizens who are accomplished in their respective sports and meet the specified age and performance criteria. The program covers a wide range of sports, including athletics, chess, cricket, football, swimming, and wrestling, among others. Selection is purely merit-based, focusing on the athlete's performance in recognized national and international competitions.
Selected athletes receive a monthly stipend to cover expenses related to training, equipment, and participation in tournaments. In addition to the financial aid, scholars get the opportunity to represent the ONGC team in various competitions, receive playing kits, and are provided with health insurance coverage. This comprehensive support system is designed to foster talent and create future sports champions for India.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 15 - 20 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Academic requirements are not needed.
Prerequisites
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Must have a strong performance record in state, national, or international level competitions.
- Should not be availing any other scholarship or stipend from another organization.
Open to Indian citizens aged 15 to 25 years. The minimum age is relaxed to 10 years for Chess, Gymnastics, and Swimming. Applicants must be meritorious sportspersons with achievements at the state, national, or international level. The applicant should not be availing any other scholarship.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹30,000 Monthly Scholarship
Selected athletes receive a monthly stipend of up to ₹30,000 to cover expenses related to training, equipment, and participation in tournaments.
Prizes
Playing Kits & Health Insurance
Scholars receive playing kits with the ONGC logo and are provided with health insurance coverage of up to ₹5,00,000.
Career pathways
Scholars get the opportunity to represent the ONGC team in various competitions, which can enhance their sporting career prospects.
Recognition
National Recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Visit the official ONGC website to find the scholarship announcement.
- 2Register on the portal by providing basic details to create login credentials.
- 3Log in and fill out the online application form with personal, academic, and sports achievement details.
- 4Upload scanned copies of required documents, such as age proof, address proof, and sports certificates.
- 5Review the application carefully before final submission.
- 6Selection is based on evaluation of performance in national and international tournaments.
What it covers
- Monthly stipend for training and other expenses.
- Playing kits with ONGC logo.
- Health insurance coverage up to ₹5,00,000.
- Travel and daily allowances for representing ONGC in tournaments.
Fees & financial support
Financial support
This is a direct financial assistance scheme providing a monthly stipend to selected sportspersons to support their athletic career.
Frequently asked questions
Is ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme - for Young Athletes free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme - for Young Athletes?
children aged 15-20.
What will my child gain from ONGC Sport Scholarship Scheme - for Young Athletes?
Receive a monthly scholarship of up to ₹30,000.. Financial support for training, equipment, and other sports-related expenses.. Receive playing kits with the ONGC logo.. Health insurance coverage of up to ₹5,00,000..
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