How to Nominate Yourself for an Arjuna or Khel Ratna Award

Athletes can nominate themselves online since 2018 — you no longer need a federation to put your name forward

Khel Ratna carries ₹25 lakh and Arjuna ₹15 lakh, plus a statuette and certificate

A committee scores medals on a points matrix; Olympic and World Championship results carry the most weight

Arjuna rewards four years of consistency, not one breakout season

Nominations usually open mid-year and winners are announced around 29 August, National Sports Day