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Sports quota allows athletes with
outstanding achievements in sports to get admission in Indian universities. By this
method the athletes can promote sports at the academic level. Here we will
provide step by step process:
Sporting Achievements
The candidate who wants to gets
admission on the basis of sports quota has to show a record of achievements in
recognized sports. The level of recognition depends on different universities. It
includes:
Medals or certificates from
national or international competitions
Participation in state, district,
or regional level events
Participation in university level
competitions
Some universities also accept on
the basis of school level competitions.
Academic Qualifications
The candidate who wants to pursue
undergraduate courses should have passed class 10+2.
The candidate who wants to pursue
post-graduation courses should have passed graduation with minimum specified
marks from recognized university.
Age Limit
There is no age limit for sports
quota admissions, but some universities have specific age limit.
Category of Sports
Individual Sports: Athletics,
swimming, badminton, boxing, etc.
Team Sports: Cricket, football,
hockey, basketball, etc.
Traditional and other sports:
Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and martial arts, etc.
Most of the universities offer an
online application process for sports quota admissions.
You can check the university’s
official website for specific details and timelines.
You require documents such as certificates,
medals, and records from sports bodies, mark sheets, and certificates from the
previous educational qualifications, Aadhar card, passport, or voter ID, and
sports quota applications.
You have to submit the application
form and scanned copies of the required documents online or physically. Ensure that
the documents are authentic and up to date.
Some universities conduct sports
trials or physical fitness tests to check candidate’s skills. Some universities
may also conduct interviews or personal assessments.
Merit Based Selection
Academic performance
Sports Achievements such as
certificates and awards
Performance in sports trials or
fitness tests
Sports Trials
Some universities conduct trials for
sports quota candidates. It involves physical tests, games, or skill assessment
to evaluate the athlete’s ability in their chosen sport.
Interviews
Some institutes conduct personal
interviews to understand the candidate’s commitment to both education and
sports.
Percentage of Reserved Seats
Various universities reserve
percentage of seats under the sports quota. This percentage depends on the
universities and program but it is 1-5% of the total seats for undergraduate
and postgraduate courses.
Special Categories
National/International athletes
Local or regional players
State/District Representation
In some institutes state or
district level players may get preference over players from other regions,
particularly in universities that aim to promote regional sports participation.
Some popular universities offer
sports quota admissions are:
University of Delhi
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Banaras Hindu University
Aligarh Muslim University
Punjab University
Jamia Millia Islamia
Some universities offer fee
waivers, scholarships, or financial assistance to students admitted under the
sports quota.
They get flexibility if they need
to travel for national or international competitions.
The universities provide better
sports facilities and coaching for students under the sports quota.
The sports quota students get
better opportunities in sports while completing their education.
The seats under the sports quota
are limited, which makes it highly competitive category.
Management of both academic and
sports training can be difficult for some students.
Some candidates can face
challenges during document verification process, if they have dispute over
sports achievements.
The sports quota offer valuable opportunity for talented athletes to pursue higher education, while focus on their sports career. The process requires both academic and sporting standards, and students should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and submit the required documentation on time. The athletes who want to secure seat under the sports quota, it is important to stay informed about the specific requirements of each university, and prepare for trials and other assessments, wherever applicable.
