NHPC has invited applications for the second batch of its Sports Scholarship Scheme for Upcoming Sportspersons in five sports — football, kabbadi, boxing, wrestling and para sports. These scholarships are to be given to promising young players between the age of 14-19 (14-24 for para sports) with a view to encourage young talents and create a pool of sportspersons during their formative years of education.
There is a provision of 10 scholarships with two in each of the five sports. The applications shall be considered for scholarships in two categories — elite scholar and scholar based on the fulfillment of required criteria. The details regarding the scholarships are available in the career section of its website.