Candidates must possess a minimum qualification of Matriculation (10th Standard) and must meet the sporting eligibility criteria based on the following preference order:
- 1st Preference: Represented India at recognized International competitions.
- 2nd Preference: Medal winner at Senior National Championship (NSF/Khelo India Games).
- 3rd Preference: Medal Winner at National AIU Championship.
- 4th Preference: Represented State in Senior National Championship or participated in Khelo India Games.