Khel Mahakumbh
The scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to promote sports culture and identify grassroots talent through cash prizes and structured competitions, benefiting all individuals and students across Gujarat.
About the Khel Mahakumbh Scheme
Launched in 2010, the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to foster sportsmanship, encourage mass participation in sporting events, and recognize talent across all age groups through free sports services, structured competitions, and significant monetary rewards. The scheme has witnessed continuous growth in participation since its inception and provides opportunities for outstanding performers to benefit from further sports training and development schemes under the Sports Authority of Gujarat. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
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Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Winners of competitions receive cash prizes worth ₹45,00,00,000/- in total.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a native of Gujarat or should have been studying, residing, working, or doing business in Gujarat for the past 2 years.
- Students must participate from the taluka/district where their school or college is located.
- Employees transferred from other states are eligible if their transfer to the district occurred at least 6 months before the date of registration.
Note: The applicant can register for a maximum of 2 sports only.
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How to Apply for Khel Mahakumbh
Application mode: Online
> Participation Flow:
- School/college students to register via their respective institutions.
- Non-students can register via the District Sports Training Center.
- After registration, players participate at various levels, starting from school/village level progressing up to state level.
> Website for Registration & Details: https://khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in
Contact Us:
> Director General, Sports Authority of Gujarat
> Sports,Youth & Cultural Activities Department
> Block No 14, 3rd Floor Dr. Jivraj Mehta Bhavan, Sector-10, Gandhinagar
> 079-232 54791
> Toll Free No.: 1800 274 6151
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Khel Mahakumbh scheme?
Launched in 2010, the scheme &quot;Khel Mahakumbh&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to foster sportsmanship, encourage mass participation in sporting events, and recognize talent across all age groups through free…
Who is eligible for Khel Mahakumbh?
The applicant should be a native of Gujarat or should have been studying, residing, working, or doing business in Gujarat for the past 2 years. Students must participate from the taluka/district where their school or college is located. Employees transferred from other states are eligible if their…
What benefits does Khel Mahakumbh provide?
Financial Assistance: Winners of competitions receive cash prizes worth ₹45,00,00,000/- in total. <br
How can I apply for Khel Mahakumbh?
Participation Flow: School/college students to register via their respective institutions. Non-students can register via the District Sports Training Center. After registration, players participate at various levels, starting from school/village level progressing up to state level. Website for Regi…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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