Pay & Play Scheme

Pay & Play Scheme (भुगतान और खेल योजना)

The Pay & Play Scheme, initiated by the Government of Jharkhand, seeks to enhance the training and practice facilities available to state-level athletes. This initiative is centered around the Mega Sports Complex located in Hotwar, Ranchi, and encompasses a variety of sports disciplines.

Overview of the Scheme

Launched by the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs of Jharkhand, the Pay & Play Scheme is designed to provide state-level athletes with essential training and practice opportunities. The scheme covers a total of 11 sports disciplines, which include:

• Athletics
• Badminton
• Lawn Tennis
• Table Tennis
• Shooting
• Gymnastics
• Basketball
• Taekwondo
• Volleyball
• Wrestling
• Swimming

Key Benefits of the Scheme

Participants in the Pay & Play Scheme can look forward to the following advantages:

• Comprehensive Training: Athletes receive training across 11 different sports disciplines under professional supervision.
• Free Registration: School students up to Class 10 are entitled to free registration and membership upon receiving a recommendation from their school principal.
• Free Membership: National and international participants and medalists are also exempt from registration fees.
• Special Access: Athletics players are granted 15 days of complimentary access to the facilities (non-repetitive).

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Pay & Play Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The individual must be a resident of Jharkhand.
• Applicants should be recognized sportspersons.
• Active participation in state-level sports is mandatory.
• Students up to Class 10 must provide a recommendation from their school principal, while national and international participants or medalists are also welcomed.

Application Procedure

To apply for the Pay & Play Scheme, candidates can follow these steps:

Offline Application Process

1. Download the application form from the official website.
2. Complete the form with accurate information and attach the necessary documents.
3. Submit the completed form to the Jharkhand State Sports Promotion Society office.
4. Pay the registration fee of ₹50, along with any applicable membership fees.

Note: Other athletes who wish to participate are required to pay the registration and membership fees. For detailed fee structure, please refer to the Fee Table.

Official Information

For further details, visit the official page on myScheme.gov.in.