Apply for Grace Points by April 21
- AMRAVATI, India (April 21, 2025) – More than 1,200 students in Amravati are seeking grace marks on thier 10th and 12th grade board exams for achievements in...
- Of the 1,230 applications filed, 766 are from 10th-grade students and 471 from 12th-grade students.Authorities have rejected 169 applications.
- Officials are placing increased emphasis on sports as part of students' overall development.Students who excel in both academics and athletics can receive grace marks as an incentive.
Amravati Students Seek grace Marks for Sports Achievements
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AMRAVATI, India (April 21, 2025) – More than 1,200 students in Amravati are seeking grace marks on thier 10th and 12th grade board exams for achievements in sports at the district, state, and national levels. Applications for these marks have been submitted via the goverment portal near the District Sports office.
Application Breakdown
Of the 1,230 applications filed, 766 are from 10th-grade students and 471 from 12th-grade students.Authorities have rejected 169 applications. The deadline to apply online for grace marks is April 21.
Emphasis on Sports
Officials are placing increased emphasis on sports as part of students’ overall development.Students who excel in both academics and athletics can receive grace marks as an incentive. This initiative aims to boost student interest in sports, as these marks are added to their overall scores.
Online Application Process
Until the 2023-24 academic year, the application process was conducted offline. Though, starting in 2024-25, the government introduced an online application system thru a dedicated portal.
Application Status
The Sports Department has received 1,237 applications from 10th and 12th-grade students. Of the 10th-grade applications, 368 have been approved, 108 have been rejected due to errors, and 290 are pending.For 12th-grade students, 198 applications have been approved, 61 rejected, and 212 are in process.
Eligible Sports
Grace marks are available for achievements in 49 recognized sports,including:
- archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Cycling
- Fencing
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Handball
- Hockey
- Judo
- Kabaddi
- Lawn Tennis
- Rifle Shooting
- Table Tennis
- tennis
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
- And events featured in the Olympics,Asian Games,and Commonwealth Games
Official Comment
We have received 1,237 applications for sports grace marks.Students can continue to apply online through April 21.
Ganesh Jadhav, Sports Officer, Amravati
Amravati Students & Grace Marks for Sports: Your Top Questions answered
Q: What are grace marks for sports in Amravati, and why are they vital?
A: Grace marks are additional points awarded to students in Amravati for their achievements in sports at the district, state, and national levels.these marks are added to their overall exam scores.This initiative is designed to encourage student participation in sports, recognizing the importance of a well-rounded education.
Q: Which students are eligible to apply for grace marks?
A: Both 10th and 12th-grade students in Amravati are eligible to apply for grace marks if they have excelled in recognized sports.
Q: How many applications have been received for grace marks?
A: The Sports Department has received a total of 1,237 applications from 10th and 12th-grade students.
Q: Can you provide a breakdown of the application numbers?
A: certainly. The application details are as follows:
Total Applications Received: 1,237
Approved: 368
Rejected: 108 (due to errors)
Pending: 290
12th grade:
approved: 198
Rejected: 61
Pending: 212
Q: What sports qualify for grace marks?
A: Grace marks are awarded for achievements in 49 recognized sports, including:
Archery
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Boxing
Cycling
Fencing
Football
Gymnastics
Handball
Hockey
judo
Kabaddi
Lawn Tennis
Rifle Shooting
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
weightlifting
* And events featured in the Olympics, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games
Q: How does the application process work?
A: The application process is conducted online through a dedicated government portal. This system was introduced in the 2024-25 academic year.
Q: What is the deadline to apply for grace marks?
A: The deadline to apply for grace marks online is April 21.
Q: How many applications have been rejected, and why?
A: A total of 169 applications have been rejected.The provided information indicates that some rejections were due to application errors.
Q: What is the official comment on the grace mark applications?
A: Ganesh Jadhav, Sports Officer, Amravati, stated, “We have received 1,237 applications for sports grace marks.Students can continue to apply online through april 21.”