Meghalaya Sports and Wellness Centre Scheme

Meghalaya Sports and Wellness Centre Scheme offers financial support to individuals and registered firms to set up modern sports and wellness facilities across the state. It is now being run as a key sector under the Chief Minister's ELEVATE (CM-ELEVATE) flagship programme of the Government of Meghalaya, and applications remain open for eligible residents.

The scheme works through the Planning Department of the Government of Meghalaya. Its main aim is simple: help local people build gyms, swimming pools, football grounds and other fitness facilities so that public health and physical activity improve across the state. Under CM-ELEVATE, the programme gives a financial subsidy on the project cost and also ties the applicant to a bank loan so the project can actually take off.

Meghalaya Sports and Wellness Centre Scheme - Introduction

For a long time, Meghalaya residents who wanted to start a gym or a wellness centre found it hard to arrange the full capital. Banks were hesitant, and the upfront cost was heavy. This scheme was created to remove that hurdle by giving a direct subsidy on the project cost and linking the rest to a bank loan. Since it was brought under CM-ELEVATE, the coverage has widened and the process is handled through MeghalayaOne, the unified e-services portal of the state government.

One facility per district is given priority before a second approval is made for the same district. This keeps coverage fair and helps more districts get at least one modern sports and wellness centre. PRIME Meghalaya supports the selected applicants with mentoring and handholding so the facility runs well after it is built.

Because the scheme now falls under CM-ELEVATE, the support offered is 35% to 75% of the total project cost, with the exact share depending on the sector and the applicant category. For the sports and wellness sector, project cost can go up to about ₹3 crore, and the government subsidy can be as high as ₹75 lakh, with additional EMI support available for the borrower.

Key Information

Benefits

The benefits under the scheme are designed to cut the cost of building a sports or wellness facility. Here is what an approved applicant can expect:

• Upfront subsidy of 35% to 75% of the total project cost as per the CM-ELEVATE framework, with the project cost for sports and wellness allowed up to ₹3 crore and government subsidy up to ₹75 lakh.
• Additional EMI support to help the borrower manage early repayments after the facility starts operating.
• The remaining project amount is covered through a bank loan, so the entrepreneur does not need to arrange the full capital on their own.
• Mentoring, handholding and capacity building through PRIME Meghalaya so the centre is managed well after it is set up.
• One facility per district is given priority to make sure coverage spreads across all parts of the state.

Eligibility

The scheme is open to residents of Meghalaya between 18 and 58 years of age, along with registered business entities in the state. The broad conditions are given below.

Individual Applicants must be residents of Meghalaya with valid government ID, aged between 18 and 58 years, hold land through ownership or a verified lease, and show relevant experience through portfolios, projects or training certificates.

Registered Entities must be registered in Meghalaya as a for-profit organisation such as a Pvt Ltd company, LLP or sole proprietorship, must be able to show a valid registration certificate, and should not be a credit defaulter with any bank. At least two team members are required to hold training certification from a recognised institution, and the land must be owned or leased with proper verification.

Exclusions

Certain people and groups are generally not covered under the scheme. These include state and central government employees and their immediate family, employees of public sector undertakings, active politicians like MLAs and MPs, registered Class-1 contractors and government consultants. Only one family member is allowed to apply under the same scheme.

Application Process

Applications are processed online through the MeghalayaOne portal, which is the single window for government services in the state. The steps are given below.

STEP 1 - Go to the official MeghalayaOne portal for this scheme.

STEP 2 - If you are a new user, choose Registration for New User to create an account on the portal.

STEP 3 - Authenticate your identity using your PDS (Ration Card) or EPIC (Voter ID) number as asked on the screen.

STEP 4 - Log in with your credentials, go to Apply for Services/Scheme, fill in the required fields and upload your supporting documents.

STEP 5 - Review the form and submit it to generate a unique application number, which you can use to track the status of your application.

Documents

The documents differ slightly for individual applicants and registered entities. Details of what to keep ready are given below.

For Individuals - carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport or Driving License, along with proof of financial sustainability, a self-declaration form, detailed project plans with architectural designs, financial projections, and verified land ownership or lease papers. Download the self-declaration form for individuals here and the land ownership or lease form here.

For Registered Entities - keep the incorporation or registration certificate, a detailed project report (DPR) in the prescribed format, a self-declaration form, and the same financial and land documents as required for individuals. Download the DPR format here and the entity self-declaration form here.

References

For up to date details, refer to the official pages given below.

Official Scheme Guidelines

PRIME Meghalaya CM-ELEVATE Portal

FAQ's

What is the main aim of this scheme?

The scheme will help people build modern sports and wellness facilities like gyms, swimming pools and football grounds to improve public health in Meghalaya.

Are NGOs eligible to apply?

No, NGOs, SHGs and societies are generally not covered under this scheme.

What is the age limit for individual applicants?

Individual applicants must be between 18 and 58 years old.

How is the scheme linked to CM-ELEVATE?

Sports and wellness is now a dedicated sector under the CM-ELEVATE programme, which provides 35% to 75% subsidy on project cost along with EMI support and bank loan linkage.

Is there a financial contribution requirement?

Yes, applicants are expected to put in their own share of the project cost, with the rest covered by the subsidy and a bank loan.

Where can I apply online?

Applications are accepted through the MeghalayaOne portal, with additional support available through the PRIME Meghalaya website.