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ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27: Official notification released for 125 slots across 19 sports disciplines. |
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has officially published the notification for the ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 under the Podium Aspirants category. This national initiative offers financial assistance ranging from Rs 40,000 to Rs 70,000 per month across 19 sports disciplines to support emerging athletes. Indian national sportspersons aged 18 to 30 years who meet the performance criteria can complete their ONGC Sports Scholarship registration online before the closing date.
ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 Overview
The ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 provides financial grants, monthly stipends, individual health insurance, and tournament exposure to promising sportspersons.
- Organization Name: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
- Scheme Name: ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 (Podium Aspirants Category)
- Target Keyword: ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27
- Total Vacancies: 125 positions across 19 sports (96 Male, 29 Female)
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 40,000 to Rs 70,000 per month based on achievement/ranking level
- Tenure: 1 year, extendable up to 3 years based on annual performance
- Application Opening Date: September 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM
- Application Closing Date: September 29, 2026 at 04:00 PM
- Application Mode: Online via the official ONGC Sports Scholarship portal
Eligible Sports Disciplines and Vacancy Allocation
- Athletics ONGC Sports Scholarship: 5 Male, 5 Female (Total: 10)
- Badminton ONGC Sports Scholarship: 3 Male, 3 Female (Total: 6)
- Basketball ONGC Sports Scholarship: 9 Male, 0 Female (Total: 9)
- Chess ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 1 Female (Total: 3)
- Cricket ONGC Sports Scholarship: 12 Male, 0 Female (Total: 12)
- Football ONGC Sports Scholarship: 12 Male, 0 Female (Total: 12)
- Hockey ONGC Sports Scholarship: 10 Male, 0 Female (Total: 10)
- Kabaddi ONGC Sports Scholarship: 11 Male, 0 Female (Total: 11)
- Squash ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 2 Female (Total: 4)
- Table Tennis ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 3 Female (Total: 5)
- Tennis ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 2 Female (Total: 4)
- Volleyball ONGC Sports Scholarship: 9 Male, 0 Female (Total: 9)
- Swimming ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 2 Female (Total: 4)
- Archery ONGC Sports Scholarship: 3 Male, 2 Female (Total: 5)
- Boxing ONGC Sports Scholarship: 3 Male, 2 Female (Total: 5)
- Para Sports ONGC Sports Scholarship: 3 Male, 2 Female (Total: 5)
- Shooting ONGC Sports Scholarship: 3 Male, 3 Female (Total: 6)
- Wrestling ONGC Sports Scholarship: 2 Male, 2 Female (Total: 4)
- Golf ONGC Sports Scholarship: 1 Male, 0 Female (Total: 1)
ONGC Sports Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme, applicants must fulfill all standard eligibility conditions:
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be aged 18 to 30 years. Candidates born between September 1, 1996, and September 1, 2008, are eligible. Age proof requires a Birth Certificate or 10th Class Board Marksheet.
- Parental Income Limit: Combined annual income of parents must not exceed Rs 30 Lakh per annum, verified via the latest family income certificate or parents' ITR copies.
- Employment Status: Applicants must not be employed or receiving any other scholarship, stipend, or contract from any Central/State Government, PSU, foundation, or private organization.
- Performance Window: Achievements between January 1, 2025, and the application submission deadline are considered. Olympic and Asian Games participants are also eligible.
ONGC Sports Scholarship Amount & Perks
- Rs 40,000 per month: Awarded to Junior National Championship/Federation Cup medalists, Junior Asian/Commonwealth/World event participants, Senior National/Federation Cup/National Games participants, or Junior National Camp inductees. Individual ranking sports (Badminton, Squash, TT, Tennis, Golf) with National Rankings 1-16 or Chess ELO 2500-2550 (Men) / 2350-2400 (Women) also qualify.
- Rs 50,000 per month: Awarded to Junior Asian/Commonwealth/World event medalists, Senior National/Federation Cup/National Games medalists, Senior Asian/Commonwealth/World event participants, or Senior National Camp inductees. Applies to International Rankings 51-100 or Chess ELO 2551-2600 (Men) / 2401-2450 (Women).
- Rs 60,000 per month: Awarded to Senior Asian/Commonwealth/World event medalists or Olympic/Asian/Commonwealth Games/4-Year World Cup participants. Applies to International Rankings 21-50 or Chess ELO 2601-2700 (Men) / 2451-2550 (Women).
- Rs 70,000 per month: Awarded to Olympic, Asian, Commonwealth Games, or 4-Year World Cup/Championship medal winners. Applies to International Rankings 1-20 or Chess ELO 2700+ (Men) / 2551+ (Women).
- Additional Benefits: Rs 5,00,000 personal health and accident insurance coverage (or up to Rs 7,000 premium reimbursement), playing kits, and travel/daily allowance for domestic tournaments.
ONGC Sports Scholarship Selection Criteria
The selection process under the ONGC Sports Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 is conducted strictly on a merit-cum-performance basis, tailored to the specific category of sports:
- Individual Ranking Sports: For disciplines such as Badminton, Golf, Squash, Table Tennis, and Tennis, selection is based on official National and International Rankings available as of the application deadline. Points are awarded strictly based on ranking positions.
- Other Individual Sports: Disciplines like Archery, Athletics, Boxing, Para Sports, Shooting, Swimming, and Wrestling are evaluated using a predefined evaluation score matrix based on the applicant's single best achievement or performance certificate recorded between January 1, 2025, and the application closing date.
- Team Sports: For Basketball, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi, and Volleyball, candidate selection involves a 100-mark evaluation system split into two stages:
- Sports Achievements (70 Marks Maximum): Evaluated via past tournament performance matrices. Applicants must score a minimum of 15 marks to qualify for the practical selection trials.
- Game Selection Trials (30 Marks Maximum): Conducted in Delhi/NCR or designated ONGC venues. Candidates must secure at least 22.5 marks in the trial to be considered for final selection.
- Chess: Evaluated based on official Standard FIDE ratings and active participation in standard FIDE-rated tournaments held between January 1, 2025, and the closing date. Higher FIDE ratings receive higher preference.
- Tie-Breaking Provision: In the event of a tie in points or evaluation scores across any sports category, preference is given to the older candidate. If a tie persists, the final decision rests with the ONGC Selection Committee.
How to Apply for the ONGC Sports Scholarship: Step-by-Step
- Step 1: Scan required certificates into PDF format and photograph/signature into JPEG/PNG format. Ensure each file size is within 100 KB.
- Step 2: Go to the official ONGC Sports Scholarship application portal.
- Step 3: Complete registration using your email address and mobile number.
- Step 4: Fill in personal details, age proof, family income documents, and sports achievements with event dates.
- Step 5: Upload PDF certificates and JPEG/PNG files in their respective fields.
- Step 6: Verify all details carefully, as fake certificates lead to rejection and legal action.
- Step 7: Submit the ONGC Sports Scholarship online form before September 29, 2026 (04:00 PM) and print the confirmation page.
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