Andaman & Nicobar Recruitment 2025 for Engagement of Past Champion Athletes for Khelo India Centres

Engagement of Past Champion Athletes for Khelo India Centres in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Overview

The Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs (DSYA), Andaman & Nicobar Administration, is inviting applications from eligible Past Champion Athletes to work at Khelo India Centres in the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. These positions are purely contractual, with a remuneration of ₹25,000 per month for a one-year tenure.

Key Details

• Remuneration: ₹25,000 per month
• Tenure: 1 year (contractual basis), with potential for extension based on performance
• Employer: Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs (DSYA), Andaman & Nicobar Administration
• Location: Khelo India Centres in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Centre-wise Vacancies:

S. No.	Name of the District	Name of the Centre	Discipline	No. of Post
1.	N&M Andaman	Vivekananda Stadium, Diglipur	Archery	01
		Forest Ground, Baratang	Hockey	01
2.	Nicobar	Football Ground, Mini Stadium, Campbell Bay	Football	01
		Indira Park Ground, Kamorta	Volleyball	01
		BJR Stadium, Car Nicobar	Badminton	01
3.	South Andaman	Netaji Stadium, Sri Vijaya Puram	Athletics	01

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Football: 12th Pass
• For other disciplines (Archery, Hockey, Volleyball, Badminton), the specific essential qualifications are not detailed in the provided table.

2. Age Limit

• Maximum age shall not be more than 40 years on the last date of receipt of application.
• Age relaxation may be considered in deserving cases.

3. Eligibility Criteria for Past Champion Athletes (Order of Preference)

• 1st Preference:
  • Individual Sports: Represented India at recognized International Competition under recognized NSF/Association of respective Sports.
  • Team Sports: Represented India at recognized International Competition under recognized NSF/Association of respective sport.
• 2nd Preference:
  • Individual Sports: Medal Winner at Senior National Past Championship conducted by recognized NSF.
  • Team Sports: Part of medal-winning team at Senior National Past Championship conducted by recognized NSF.
• 3rd Preference:
  • Individual Sports: Medal winner at Khelo India Games OR Medal Winner at National AIU Past Championship.
  • Team Sports: Part of medal-winning team at Khelo India Games OR Part of medal-winning team at National AIU past championship.
• 4th Preference:
  • Individual Sports: Represented State/UT in Senior National Past Championships conducted by recognized NSF or participation in Khelo India Games.
  • Team Sports: Represented State/UT in Senior National Past Championships conducted by recognized NSF or participation in Khelo India Games.
• Note: Past Champion Athletes/Coaches with NIS Certification could also be considered eligible.

Responsibilities of Engaged Athletes/Coaches

• Identification and development of talent for high performance in sports.
• Training a minimum of 30 trainees per center and motivating them.
• Producing personalized training programs.
• Maintaining records of trainees’ performance, evaluation, skills, and fitness.
• Coordinating trainees’ attendance at meetings and other sports events.
• Planning and running activity programs for groups and individuals to achieve maximum performance.
• Finding appropriate competitions for participants.
• Planning work schedule in consultation with the competent authority/Director (S&YA)/KIC.
• Submitting detailed monthly evaluation reports of trainee’s performances to the Director (S&YA)/KIC/Department of S&YA Office.
• Any other assignments/work allocated by the competent authority.

Performance Management

• Evaluating performance and providing suitable feedback, balancing criticism with positivity and motivation.
• Assessing strengths and weaknesses and identifying areas for further development.
• Adapting to the needs and interests of group or individual trainees.
• Communicating instructions and commands using clear, simple language.
• Encouraging participants to gain and develop skills, knowledge, and techniques.
• Ensuring trainees train and perform to a high standard of health and safety.
• Inspiring confidence and self-belief.
• Acting as a role model, gaining respect and trust.
• Liaising with other partners in performance management (Coaches, Physiotherapists, Doctors, Nutritionists).
• Working to high legal and ethical standards, especially concerning child safeguarding, gender equality, health and safety, and protection from sexual harassment.

How to Apply

• Application Method: Apply in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) by post or directly visit the office.^{1 2}
• Address: Secretary (Sports)/Director (Sports), Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Andaman & Nicobar Administration, Netaji Sports Complex, Sri Vijaya Puram 744101.
• Required Documents: Duly signed application with self-attested copies of all educational qualifications, experience, and other testimonials to support candidature.
• Application Form: Detailed notification, eligibility criteria, and application form are available on the department’s official website: https://sports.andaman.gov.in ³ and State Portal: https://andaman.gov.in.⁴

Selection Process

• Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted based on eligibility criteria.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• Applicants will bear the cost of attending the interview.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 17/07/2025
• Application End Date: 31/07/2025 (5:00 PM)
• Applications received after the deadline will not be entertained.

General Conditions

• Tenure: One year, extendable based on satisfactory performance and coterminous with the Khelo India Scheme.
• Allowances: No TA/DA for joining or completing the assignment. No other facilities like DA, Accommodation, Residential Phone, Conveyance Transport, Personal Staff, Medical reimbursement, HRA, and LTC will be admissible.
• Leave: 2.5 days per month; no leave encashment for unveiled leave.
• Official Travel: If required to travel outstation for official duty, TA/DA will be admissible under SYA/SSC rules.
• Termination:
  • Services may be discontinued with one month’s notice if performance is unsatisfactory.
  • Immediate termination without obligations if found guilty of violating employment conditions or misconduct (negligence, unauthorized absence, etc.).
• Final Authority: Decision of the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs in all matters (eligibility, selection, posting) is final and binding. No representation or correspondence will be entertained.
• The Department reserves the right to cancel the advertisement and/or selection process at any stage without assigning any reason.
• The Director (Sports & Youth Affairs), A&N Administration, is the final authority in case of any dispute.
• The appointment is purely contractual and does not confer any right to claim permanent employment.
• The organization reserves the right to terminate the contract with one month’s notice.
• A panel of candidates may be drawn, valid for one year, and the Department reserves the right to cancel the panel without assigning any reason.

Reference and Notification Links

1. https://sports.andaman.gov.in/Ann_all.php ︎
2. https://sports.andaman.gov.in/admin-pannel/whatsnew/7-Detailed%20Notification%20of%20Past%20Champion%20Athletes.pdf ︎
3. https://sports.andaman.gov.in/ ︎
4. https://andaman.gov.in/ ︎