SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme
Stipend, kit, coaching for young wrestlers
SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme is a program by Sports Authority of India for children aged 8 to 14, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Duration
Long-term training over multiple years, with a monthly stipend paid for ten months each year and continuation subject to annual performance review.
Format
Individual
Time needed
Daily wrestling training at the adopted akhada on a non-residential basis, alongside regular schooling.
Key dates
- Dates
- 1 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
About this opportunity
The Adopted Akhada Wrestling component of the National Sports Talent Contest (NSTC) scheme of the Sports Authority of India supports traditional wrestling akhadas across India to identify and nurture wrestling talent in the 8 to 14 years age group.
Selected akhadas receive wrestling mats and multi-gym equipment, and trainees receive a monthly stipend, an annual sports kit, competition exposure support, accidental insurance cover, and access to experienced SAI coaches and sports science support.
Selection is conducted by a committee comprising SAI officials, akhada representatives, SAI coaches, and sports scientists. Children showing potential, district level medals, or state level participation can be assessed through the prescribed battery of physical and medical fitness tests.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 8 to 14 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Medical fitness clearance
- Physical fitness assessment by SAI battery of tests
Children aged 8 to 14 years with interest or aptitude in wrestling. Preference to medal winners at district level or participants at state level competitions, subject to medical and physical fitness assessment.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹1,000 monthly stipend
Monthly stipend of ₹1,000 paid to each trainee under the adopted akhada.
Recognition
SAI national talent pathway
Skills your child builds
Languages
What your child will do
- Daily wrestling training at the adopted akhada
- Strength and conditioning sessions
- Participation in district, state, and national competitions
- Periodic SAI fitness and performance assessments
Mentors & faculty
SAI-empanelled wrestling coaches, akhada gurus, and SAI sports scientists.
How to apply
- 1Children join a SAI adopted akhada in their region.
- 2Selection is conducted by a committee of SAI officials, akhada representatives, SAI coaches, and sports scientists through a battery of physical and medical fitness tests.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Free for selected trainees under the adopted akhada.
Frequently asked questions
Is SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme?
Children aged 8 to 14.
What will my child gain from SAI NSTC Adopted Akhada Wrestling Scheme?
Monthly stipend of ₹1,000 per trainee. Annual sports kit support of ₹3,000 per trainee. Competition exposure support of ₹3,000 per year per trainee. Accidental insurance cover of ₹150 per year. Wrestling mats and multi-gym equipment for the akhada. Coaching by SAI coaches and sports science support.
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