Boys Sports Companies in the Army
 

This scheme is an extension of the N.S.T.C. scheme and was approved for implementation from the year 1991-92. SAI and Army authorities have jointly launched this Scheme to scout talented boys upto the age of 14 years from rural, semi urban and tribal areas and train them in sports.

Seventeen Boys Sports Companies for 2000 boys are to be set up during the VIII Plan at selected Regimental Centres. The boys will be put into Regimental Schools which will be affiliated to the CBSE. On attaining the age of 17 years and on completion of 10th standard, the boys will be absorbed in the Army, if they so wish. Thereby, a job is guaranteed to them. The running costs are borne by SAI. It also provides a one time grant to the Army for creation and development of sports infrastructure, purchase of essential sports equipment upto Rs. 3.00 Iakh and for training kit/aid upto Rs.1.00 lakh. Thereafter, an annual grant of Rs. 50,000/ is provided. 17 Boys Sports Companies have become functional with a total strength of 859 sportspersons.