Khel Mahakumbh
₹45 crore prize pool · mass sports competition for all ages · Gujarat residents and students
Khel Mahakumbh is Gujarat's flagship mass sports tournament — open to anyone living, studying, or working in Gujarat — offering structured competitions from village level up to state level across multiple sports. Launched in 2010, it distributes a total prize pool of ₹45 crore to winners. Register online at khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in or through your school, college, or District Sports Training Center.
About This Scheme
Khel Mahakumbh is Gujarat's flagship mass sports tournament — open to anyone living, studying, or working in Gujarat — offering structured competitions from village level up to state level across multiple sports. Launched in 2010, it distributes a total prize pool of ₹45 crore to winners. Register online at khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in or through your school, college, or District Sports Training Center.
Full official description
Launched in 2010, the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to foster sportsmanship, encourage mass participation in sporting events, and recognize talent across all age groups through free sports services, structured competitions, and significant monetary rewards. The scheme has witnessed continuous growth in participation since its inception and provides opportunities for outstanding performers to benefit from further sports training and development schemes under the Sports Authority of Gujarat. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
Benefits
- Free participation in structured sports competitions from school/village level to state level
- Total prize money of ₹45 crore distributed across all competition winners
- Top performers get access to further sports development programs under the Sports Authority of Gujarat
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Sports-tech platforms and EdTech companies targeting youth in Gujarat should build Khel Mahakumbh registration into their onboarding — it's the single largest grassroots sports funnel in the state, reaching millions of potential users annually.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a native of Gujarat, or have been living, studying, or working in Gujarat for at least 2 years
- Students must register from the taluka/district where their school or college is located
- Employees transferred from outside Gujarat must have been in the district for at least 6 months before the registration date
- Can register for a maximum of 2 sports
Exclusions
- Not available to individuals who have not resided, studied, worked, or done business in Gujarat for at least 2 years
- Students must participate from the taluka or district where their school or college is located
- Transferred government employees must have been in the district for at least 6 months before registration
How to Apply
- School and college students: register through your respective institution.
- Non-students: register through your District Sports Training Center.
- Visit khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in for registration details and event schedule.
- After registration, participate starting at the village or school level and advance to district and state levels.
- Maximum 2 sports per participant.
- Contact: Toll Free 1800 274 6151 | Director General, Sports Authority of Gujarat, Block No. 14, 3rd Floor, Dr. Jivraj Mehta Bhavan, Sector-10, Gandhinagar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
The scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is aimed at promoting a sports culture across Gujarat by encouraging mass participation, identifying and nurturing sporting talent, and providing incentives in the form of cash prizes and advanced training opportunities to the winners and outstanding performers.
Who is eligible to participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Any individual who is a native of Gujarat or has been residing, studying, working, or conducting business in Gujarat for the last two years is eligible to participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh", provided all other guidelines and conditions are met.
What is the age criterion for participation in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
The eligibility for age-based categories in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is determined based on the participant’s age as on 31st December 2024, which is considered the official cut-off date for all competitions.
What benefits are provided to winners under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Winners under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" receive cash rewards from a total prize pool of ₹45 crore, and outstanding performers are eligible for further benefits under affiliated sports development schemes such as the Khele Gujarat Summer Coaching Camp, District Level Sports School (DLSS), and Centre of Excellence (COE).
Can students register through their schools or colleges for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Yes, students who are currently enrolled in schools or colleges are required to register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" through their respective institutions or online, depending on their category and age group.
What is the eligibility for government employees or individuals transferred from other states?
A government employee who has been transferred or deputed from another state can participate in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" only if their transfer to the respective district in Gujarat took place at least six months before the registration date.
From which level do the competitions in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" begin?
The competitions under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" begin from the school and village levels, gradually progressing to higher levels including taluka, district, and state-level contests, depending on the category and sport.
Are there any restrictions related to school team participation in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
In the case of team sports, teams participating from schools under the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" must consist of bona fide students from the same school, and the team must be endorsed by a single school principal and share a common school code.
Where should a non-student register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Individuals who are not currently pursuing formal education must register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" from the District Sports Training Center of their respective district according to their age group.
What is the registration process for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Participants can register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" through the official online portal https://khelmahakumbh.gujarat.gov.in, where eligible individuals must fill in the required details and submit their entries.
Is there any fee required to register for the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
There is no registration fee charged for participating in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh", and the entire registration process is offered to the applicants free of cost through the official online platform.
Can a participant register for more than one sport in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh"?
Each participant in the scheme "Khel Mahakumbh" is allowed to register and compete in a maximum of two different sports, and no individual is permitted to participate in more than two games.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Domicile certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Bonafide certificate (for school/college students)
- Bank passbook
- Transfer certificate or employment transfer proof (for government employees transferred from other states)
- School code and Principal's certification (for team-based school-level games)