AI SummaryAkhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita is a state-level scheme of the department of sports, government of Uttarakhand, made for government employees who want to take part in All-India level sports competitions. The scheme covers travel, food, accommodation and sports kit support for selected players, and in 2026 the state continues to send its teams to the All India Civil Services tournaments organised by the ministry of personnel, public grievances and pensions.
Uttarakhand teams have been performing well in these national events. At the All India Civil Services Athletics Meet Championship held in Patna, Bihar from 13 to 15 December 2025, the state team won four gold medals and three bronze medals. The same competition is held every year, so the scheme remains useful for employees who want to represent the state at the national level.
Akhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita - Introduction
Akhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita encourages employees from different government departments of Uttarakhand to show their athletic talent every year. The scheme creates a clear path for state government employees to take part in the All India Civil Services (AICS) tournaments hosted by the Central Civil Services Cultural and Sports Board (CCSCSB) under the department of personnel and training, ministry of personnel, public grievances and pensions, government of India.
The department of sports, government of Uttarakhand runs this scheme. It helps employees represent the state at national level events and makes sure they get the required support during these competitions. Selection is done through trials at district and state level, so the whole process stays simple for the employee.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Akhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Sports and Culture |
| Benefit Type | Composite |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Department of Sports, Government of Uttarakhand |
| National Organiser | CCSCSB, DoPT, Government of India |
Benefits
Employees selected under Akhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita get complete support to take part in the national event. The support is given as per departmental standards, and it covers the main needs of a player during the competition.
| Allowance Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Travel Allowance | Coverage for travel expenses to the event venue |
| Accommodation | Provision for lodging during the competition |
| Food Allowance | Financial support for daily meals |
| Sports Kit | Required gear for the sport |
Apart from these allowances, the state department also helps with the selection trials, team formation and final registration for the All India Civil Services tournaments. The support amount and items depend on the rules of the department of sports and the guidelines of the national organising board.
Eligibility
To take part in this competition, you should fulfill the following requirement:
You must be a current employee of any state government department in Uttarakhand.
Application Process
The application process for Akhil Bharatiya Civil Services Pratiyogita is offline, and it starts with the selection trials announced by the department. Follow these steps to take part:
STEP 1 - Keep an eye on the official local notifications of the department of sports, Uttarakhand for selection trial announcements.
STEP 2 - Take part in the selection trials conducted at your district or state level.
STEP 3 - If you get selected, your department will guide you through the final registration to represent the state at the national level.
Each year, around 150 government employees from different departments of Uttarakhand get the chance to compete in these national sports events.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready for verification as per the guidelines of your department to make the process easy:
1. Employee identity card. 2. Official selection trial clearance certificate. 3. Any other documentation required by your specific department office.
References
Department of Sports, Government of Uttarakhand
All India Civil Services Tournament Rules by DoPT
Uttarakhand team performance at All India Civil Services Athletics Meet 2025-26
FAQ's
Who is eligible to participate in the scheme?
Any employee of a government department in Uttarakhand is eligible to participate.
How are players selected for the competition?
Players are selected through trials conducted at the district and state levels.
What types of support are provided to the selected participants?
Selected participants receive travel, accommodation, and food allowances along with sports kits as per departmental standards.
How often is the competition held?
The competition is organized every year at the All-India level by the CCSCSB under the DoPT.
How many personnel benefit from the scheme each year?
Around 150 personnel from various departments in Uttarakhand benefit from this scheme every year.
At what levels are the selection trials conducted?
Selection trials are conducted at both the district and state levels.
Can employees from all government departments participate?
Yes, all state government employees in Uttarakhand are eligible to apply.