CAESTSS

Cash Amount for Encouraging Scheduled Tribe Sportsperson Students

Scheduled Tribe sportsperson students from Rajasthan who achieve top three positions in national and international sports events are recognized through cash prizes, certificates of appreciation, and mementos. This initiative aims to motivate and support these talented individuals in their athletic pursuits.

State Composite

States / UT: Rajasthan

Nodal department: Tribal Area Development Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Sports & Culture

Sub-categories: Sports

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Scheduled Tribe, Sportspersons, Incentive, Student, Sports Training, Tribal

Details

The scheme " Cash Amount for Encouraging Scheduled Tribe Sportsperson Students" was launched in 1996 by the Department of Tribal Area Development, Government of Rajasthan. It aims to promote and encourage sports participation among Scheduled Tribe (ST) students residing in scheduled areas of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, cash awards, certificates, and mementos are provided as a form of encouragement to Scheduled Tribe sportspersons students who secure the top three positions in national and international sports events.

Benefits

  • Students who have secured top positions at national and international levels are rewarded with the following incentives as a form of encouragement:
  • Cash Prize
  • Certificate of Appreciation Memento

Students who have secured top positions at national and international levels are rewarded with the following incentives as a form of encouragement:

  • Cash Prize
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Memento

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a student.
  • The applicant should be a resident of Scheduled Tribe area of Rajasthan.
  • The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
  • The applicant should participate in a national or international-level sports competition.
  • The applicant should have secured a top-three position at national or international level competition.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications:
For districts under Tribal Sub-Plan: Commissioner, Tribal Area Development Department / Deputy Commissioner, Tribal Area Development Department
For non-TSP (Tribal Sub-Plan) areas: Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, 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 documents to the Concerned Tribal Area Development Department office/Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who implements the scheme?
Tribal Area Development Department, Government of Rajasthan.
When was the scheme launched?
The scheme was introduced in 1996.
Who is eligible?
Scheduled Tribe students/youth from Scheduled Areas with the top 3 positions in national/international sports.
What is the mode of application?
The application process is offline.
Is there any application fee?
No, it is free of cost.
What documents are needed?
Caste Certificate, Aadhar Card, Achievement Proof, etc.
Where should the application be submitted?
At the Tribal Area Development Office or Zila Parishad.
What do beneficiaries receive?
Cash reward, Certificate, and Memento.
Can achievements in state-level games qualify?
No, only national and international level achievements are eligible.
Is there a time limit for benefit delivery?
Yes, within 365 days.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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