Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme
The scheme "Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to ensure financial security to retired state-level medal-winning sportspersons aged above 50 years through monthly pension assistance.
About the Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme Scheme
The scheme "Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to recognize and support the contributions of state-level sportspersons who have won medals in national-level sports events by offering them a financial pension after the age of 50 years. The scheme ensures dignified post-retirement sustenance for these individuals, thereby encouraging younger generations to pursue sports professionally. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
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Benefits
- Financial Assistance: A Pension of ₹3,000/- per month.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant should be a male.
- The applicant should be a sportsperson.
- The applicant should be aged above 50 years at the time of application.
- The applicant should have won medals in national-level sports competitions representing the state.
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How to Apply for Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme
Application mode: Offline
Step 1: The applicant should download the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the supporting documents to the Commissioner of Youth Services and Cultural Activities Office.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.
> Commissioner, Youth Services and Cultural Activities Office,
> Block No. 11, 3rd Floor, Dr. Jivraj Mehta Bhavan,
> Gandhinagar, 382010.
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Exclusions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme scheme?
The scheme &quot;Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to recognize and support the contributions of state-level sportspersons who have won medals in national-level sports events by o…
Who is eligible for Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme?
The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat. The applicant should be a male. The applicant should be a sportsperson. The applicant should be aged above 50 years at the time of application. The applicant should have won medals in national-level sports competitions representing the state. <br
What benefits does Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme provide?
Financial Assistance: A Pension of ₹3,000/- per month. <br
How can I apply for Retired Sportsperson Pension Scheme?
Step 1: The applicant should download the prescribed format of the application form. Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along wi…
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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