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TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme)
CENTRALMission Olympic Cell, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is selected from existing athlete pool. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.
India's top-tier athlete sponsorship for Olympic/Paralympic medal candidates. Comprehensive support package; selection by Mission Olympic Cell.
- Amount
- ₹50,000/month + customised training + travel + nutrition + equipment
- Level
- Undergraduate, Postgraduate
- State
- National (all India)
- Usual window
- Selected from existing athlete pool
Apply directly
Shishya does not collect applications. The link below goes straight to Mission Olympic Cell, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.
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World-class Indian athletes in Olympic + Paralympic disciplines. Selected by Mission Olympic Cell.
Questions
- Who is eligible for TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme)?
- World-class Indian athletes in Olympic + Paralympic disciplines. Selected by Mission Olympic Cell.
- How much does TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) pay?
- ₹50,000/month + customised training + travel + nutrition + equipment
- How do I apply for TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme)?
- Apply on the awarding body's official portal: https://yas.nic.in/sports/tops — Shishya does not collect applications. Shishya has not checked a 2026-27 date for this scheme yet — the usual window is selected from existing athlete pool. Confirm the date on the official portal before applying.
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