National Sports Talent Contest (NSTC) Scheme - Gymnastics
by Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Stipend, kit, coaching for young gymnasts
SAI scheme that identifies and nurtures young gymnasts aged 8 to 14 in adopted schools with stipend, kit, coaching, and competition exposure under the National Sports Talent Contest framework.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Long-term, with continuation subject to annual performance review
Eligibility
Children aged 8 to 14 years studying in a SAI adopted school with aptitude in gymnastics. Preference to district level medal winners or state level participants. Selection through SAI battery of physical and medical fitness tests.
- Age range
- 8 to 14 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Prerequisites
- Enrolment in a SAI adopted school under the NSTC scheme
- Medical fitness clearance
- Physical fitness assessment by SAI battery of tests
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹1,000 monthly stipend
Monthly stipend of ₹1,000 paid to each non-residential trainee under the NSTC gymnastics programme. Residential trainees receive boarding and lodging in place of the stipend.
Recognition
SAI national talent pathway
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Children enrol through a SAI adopted school running the NSTC gymnastics programme in their region.
- 2Aspirants undergo a selection process conducted by a committee of SAI officials, school representatives, SAI coaches, and sports scientists, comprising a battery of physical and medical fitness tests.
Rules and guidelines
- Trainees must be in the 8 to 14 years age group at the time of selection
- Trainees must remain enrolled as regular students in the adopted school
- Continuation in the scheme is subject to periodic performance review by SAI
- Residential boarding is provided in place of stipend at schools approved for residential intake
About this opportunity
The Gymnastics component of the National Sports Talent Contest (NSTC) Scheme of the Sports Authority of India identifies and nurtures gymnastics talent in the 8 to 14 years age group studying in adopted schools across India. Schools with strong sports infrastructure and a track record in gymnastics are adopted by SAI, and selected trainees continue their academic studies and gymnastics training in the same institution under scientific coaching and structured programmes.
Eligible children are 8 to 14 years of age and enrolled in a SAI adopted school, with preference to those who have shown aptitude in gymnastics or medalled at district level or participated at state level. Selection is conducted by a committee comprising SAI officials, school representatives, SAI coaches, and sports scientists through a battery of physical and medical fitness tests.
Selected trainees receive a monthly stipend, an annual sports kit, competition exposure support, and accidental insurance cover, along with access to qualified SAI gymnastics coaches and sports science support. Adopted schools receive gymnastics equipment and infrastructure assistance to deliver structured training.
Trainees are admitted on a non-residential basis, with boarding and lodging provided in place of stipend at select schools where residential intake has been approved. Continuation in the scheme is subject to periodic performance review by SAI.
What your child will do
- Daily gymnastics training at the adopted school
- Strength, flexibility, and conditioning sessions
- Participation in district, state, and national gymnastics competitions
- Periodic SAI fitness and performance assessments
- Sports science and medical monitoring
Mentors and faculty
SAI-empanelled gymnastics coaches, school physical education staff, and SAI sports scientists.
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Frequently asked questions
How do parents identify a SAI adopted school running the NSTC gymnastics programme nearby?
Parents can contact the nearest SAI regional centre directly. The list of adopted schools is maintained at the regional level and varies by location, so the regional centre provides current school assignments and trial schedules.
What does the selection assessment involve for young gymnasts?
Children undergo a SAI battery of physical and medical fitness tests along with a gymnastics aptitude check. The selection committee of SAI officials, school staff, coaches, and sports scientists evaluates each candidate before confirming enrolment.
How is academic schooling balanced with structured gymnastics training?
Selected trainees continue regular academic schooling at the SAI adopted school itself. Coaching and academics are scheduled within the same institution so that training does not interrupt classroom learning.
What support is provided to trainees beyond the monthly stipend?
In addition to the stipend, trainees receive an annual sports kit of ₹3,000, competition exposure support of ₹3,000 per year, accidental insurance of ₹150 per year, and structured coaching backed by SAI sports science support.
How long can a selected child remain in the NSTC gymnastics programme?
Trainees can continue in the scheme as long as they remain in the 8 to 14 years age band and clear periodic SAI performance reviews. Strong performers are routed to higher SAI training pathways such as STC and NCOE.
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