The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, has announced the call for applications for its annual Sports Awards, which recognize and reward outstanding achievements in the field of sports.
The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award honors sportspersons for the most spectacular and exceptional performances, while the Arjuna Award celebrates consistent excellence in sports. The Arjuna Award (Lifetime) recognizes individuals for their lifetime contributions to sports development. The Dronacharya Award is presented to coaches who have trained athletes winning medals at major international competitions. Additionally, the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar (RKPP) acknowledges corporate entities, NGOs, and organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting and developing sports in India. Detailed information on all awards is available on the Ministry’s official website: www.yas.nic.in.
Eligible sportspersons, coaches, and organizations must submit their applications online only through the dedicated portal: www.dbtyas-sports.gov.in. Applicants are required to follow the guidelines specific to each award. The deadline for submissions is 11:59 pm on October 28, 2025.
For technical assistance or queries related to the online application process, applicants may contact the Department of Sports via email at sportsawards-moyas@gov.in or call 011-233-87432 (9:00 am–5:30 pm on working days). Toll-free helplines 1800-202-5155 and 1800-258-5155 are also available on working days from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
