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AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding Sportspersons 2025-26

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Eligibility

Sportspersons between 14 to 24 years age group

Region

Award

Up to ₹20,000 per month and other benefits

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

The AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding Sportspersons 2025-26 is an initiative by the Airport Authority of India (AAI) to provide scholarships to sportspersons between 14 to 24 years age group. This scheme enhances the standards of sports at the Airport Authority of India (AAI) and also encourages young talent. The selected candidates will be awarded up to ₹20,000.

Source: Airport Authority of India

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be a sportsperson
  • be aged between 14 to 24 years as on 31st March 2025
  • be played at sub-junior or national level

Eligible games under this scheme:

  • Carrom
  • Chess
  • Badminton
  • Kho Kho 
  • Table Tennis
  • Archery (recurve)
  • Cricket 
  • Football 
  • Volleyball
  • Long jump
  • High Jump 
  • Triple Jump 
  • Javelin Throw
  • Discus Throw

Note:-

  • A total of 90 positions are for the open category. 
  • 27 positions are reserved for the wards of employees of the Airport Authority of India.
Benefits

The selected candidates will receive various benefits mentioned below:

Age Scholarship Amount
Over 14 and under 18 years ₹15,000
Above 18 years  ₹20,000

Note:- The duration of the AAI Sports Contract Scheme will be one year.

Documents
  • Recent passport-size photo
  • Age proof 
  • Sports certificates 
How can you apply?

Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID)
Step 3: Click on the notification ‘INDUCTION OF MERITORIOUS SPORTSPERSONS UNDER AAI SPORTS CONTRACT & SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME 2025-26’ link. 
Step 4: Print out the application form. 
Step 5: Post it to the concerned authority and the address listed below. 

To: Shri G.L. Verma, General Manager (HR) & Secretary, AAI - Sports Control Board,
Address: Airports Authority of India, Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, 'A' Block, Room No. C-109, Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110 003, Phone number - 24632950

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Important Dates

Application Deadline: 30th April 2025

Selection Criteria

The students will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.

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Scholarship Guidelines
Terms and Conditions
  • The selected sportsperson is not eligible to receive any other financial assistance from any other source for sporting activities during the contract period.
  • The sportsperson must represent only the AAI Team in national/international tournaments during their tenure.
  • Participation in any other tournament requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Secretary, AAI-SCB.
  • Violation of the NOC condition will lead to full recovery of the amount paid by AAI-SCB and debarment from future selection.
  • There is no obligation on AAI to offer regular employment to the selected contract sportsperson.
  • The sportsperson must follow all AAI rules, regulations, and instructions regarding practice timings, location, conduct, attendance, and expense reimbursement.
  • The sportsperson must put in their best efforts and maintain the image and reputation of AAI
  • One must continue academics with the concerned sports diligently and must show growth in both areas, with the submission of self-attested copies of documents by the head of the institution they are in.
Contact Details

Airports Authority of India,
Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, 'A' Block, Room No. C-109,
Safdarjung Airport,
New Delhi-110 003
Phone Number: 24632950

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FAQ's

Question: What is the AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding Sportspersons 2025-26?
Answer: The AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme is an initiative by the Sports Control Board of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to provide financial assistance to promising young Indian sportspersons who have demonstrated excellence in their respective sports at the national level. 

Question: Who is eligible to apply for the AAI Sports Scholarship 2025-26?
Answer: To be eligible, applicants must be Indian citizens aged between 14 and 24 years as of March 31, 2025.

Question: Is there a separate quota for wards of AAI employees?
Answer: Yes, there is a separate reserved quota for the wards of Airports Authority of India employees. A total of 20 positions are there for wards of AAI.

Question: What is the AAI Sports Contract Scheme and how is it different from the AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme?
Answer: The AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme is a contractual scheme, whereas the AAI Sports Scholarship Scheme for Outstanding Sportspersons 2025-26 aims to award promising young players. 

Question: Can the AAI withdraw the scholarship?
Answer: Yes, AAI reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship at any time without prior notice or assigning any reason.

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