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Khel Mahakumbh

The scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to promote sports culture and identify grassroots talent through cash prizes and structured competitions, benefiting all individuals and students across Gujarat.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Winners of competitions receive cash prizes worth ₹45,00,00,000/- in total.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a native of Gujarat or should have been studying, residing, working, or doing business in Gujarat for the past 2 years.; Students must participate from the taluka/district where their school or college is located.; Employees transferred from other states are eligible if their transfer to the district occurred at least 6 months before the date of registration.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

The scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is aimed at promoting a sports culture across Gujarat by encouraging mass participation, identifying and nurturing sporting talent, and providing incentives in the form of cash prizes and advanced training opportunities to the winners and outstanding performers.

Who is eligible to participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Any individual who is a native of Gujarat or has been residing, studying, working, or conducting business in Gujarat for the last two years is eligible to participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh", provided all other guidelines and conditions are met.

What is the age criterion for participation in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

The eligibility for age-based categories in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is determined based on the participant’s age as on 31st December 2024, which is considered the official cut-off date for all competitions.

What benefits are provided to winners under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Winners under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" receive cash rewards from a total prize pool of ₹45 crore, and outstanding performers are eligible for further benefits under affiliated sports development schemes such as the Khele Gujarat Summer Coaching Camp, District Level Sports School (DLSS), and Centre of Excellence (COE).

Can students register through their schools or colleges for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Yes, students who are currently enrolled in schools or colleges are required to register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" through their respective institutions or online, depending on their category and age group.

What is the eligibility for government employees or individuals transferred from other states?

A government employee who has been transferred or deputed from another state can participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" only if their transfer to the respective district in Gujarat took place at least six months before the registration date.

From which level do the competitions in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" begin?

The competitions under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" begin from the school and village levels, gradually progressing to higher levels including taluka, district, and state-level contests, depending on the category and sport.

Are there any restrictions related to school team participation in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

In the case of team sports, teams participating from schools under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" must consist of bona fide students from the same school, and the team must be endorsed by a single school principal and share a common school code.

Where should a non-student register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Individuals who are not currently pursuing formal education must register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" from the District Sports Training Center of their respective district according to their age group.

What is the registration process for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Participants can register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" through the official online portal https://khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in, where eligible individuals must fill in the required details and submit their entries.

Is there any fee required to register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

There is no registration fee charged for participating in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh", and the entire registration process is offered to the applicants free of cost through the official online platform.

Can a participant register for more than one sport in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?

Each participant in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is allowed to register and compete in a maximum of two different sports, and no individual is permitted to participate in more than two games.