National Sports University (NSU) situated in Imphal, Manipur is the first, and as of now the only central university in India which focuses solely on sports education. The popular courses offered by National Sports University (NSU), Manipur include B.Sc. Sports Coaching, BPES, and M.Sc. Sports Coaching etc. The university is equipped with a modern sports library that includes sections of national and international sports journals, print books, and an E-library electronic database with various multimedia resources. The admission of the candidates in this university is purely based on the merit and the marks obtained in the admission test. This admission test encounters written spots proficiency and physical fitness tests.

National Sports University Imphal Highlights

Established In 2018
Type of the Institution Government – Central
Courses Offered UG and PG
Popular Courses B.Sc. Sports Coaching, BPES, M.Sc. Sports Coaching, MA Sports Psychology.
Application Process Online
Facilities Available Hostel, Sports, Laboratories, Library
Admission Criteria Merit-based and Admission Test
Official Website www.nsu.ac.in

National Sports University Imphal Courses

NSU, Manipur presently offers two types of programs for the students – UG Programmes and PG Programmes. The following table contains the courses offered by the National Sports University (NSU), Manipur.

Courses Specializations Eligibility
B.Sc. Sports Coaching Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Football, Shooting, Swimming, Weight Lifting Eligibility: Intermediate graduate and participation in sports at the state/ district/ college level
Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports (BPES) Archery, Athletics, Artistic Gymnastics, Badminton, Basketball, Canoeing, Cricket, Cycling, Diving, Football, etc
M.A. Sports Psychology Sports Psychology Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks. Also participation in sports at State/ district/ college level
Duration: 2 Years
M.Sc. Sports Coaching Athletic, Badminton, Boxing, Football, Weight Lifting

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National Sports University Imphal Admission

National Sports University (NSU) offers four sports courses for both the programs UG and PG. The mode of the application is completely followed online and the admission of the candidates will depend upon the merit of the admission tests taken by the university.

How to Apply?

The complete online application process of the university is mentioned below:

  • Apply online at the official website of National Sports University (NSU).
  • Complete one-time registration by creating a new login ID and password after entering the details of their email ID and phone number. Check the verification email sent to your ID with a confirmation link, and click on to confirm the registration.
  • Now log in again with their ID and password and fill the application form. Enter the educational and individual details followed by uploading the documents required.
  • Once all the files are uploaded and the application form is filled, submit their application form. Keep a hard copy print of the application form for future reference.

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National Sports University Imphal Placement

Since the first batch of the university is yet to pass out, placements are still to be initiated. National Sports University will establish an efficient and yielding placement cell pertaining to sports organizations, sports clubs, sports leagues, government and non-government organizations, schools, universities and thus create and develop opportunities for internships and placements of the students. The leading organizations from all sectors will be invited. It will also offer international internships.

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National Sports University Imphal Scholarship

Scholarships are not yet offered to the students from the institution. Although the students can approach for government-aided scholarships. The government of Manipur has scholarships related to the National Means cum Merit Scholarship scheme. The students can also visit the MHRD portal to check out other possible exams that a student can appear.

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National Sports University Imphal Facilities

The facilities offered by the National Sports University (NSU) are mentioned below:

  • Library: The University has a central library for the betterment of the candidates. The library contains various useful and important resources for the students inclusive of Print books, National and International journals, CD, DVD, and different functional multimedia resources, etc.
  • Hostel: The University has also its decent accommodation facility for the students. There are two separate hostels for the boys and the girls. These hostels are capable of holding 150 seats on a shared basis.
  • Sports Facility: Khuman Lampak Sports Complex – It was the principal venue of the 5th National Games held in February 1999. This sports complex is made available for the NSU students. So all the stadiums are remarkably designed and well maintained. The complex also has an indoor hall stadium and sports courses like Volleyball, Judo, and Gymnastics, etc.
  • Laboratories: The University has its own sports laboratories for the students for different purposes including Sports Psychology, Performance Analysis, Biomechanics, Sports Nutrition, Sports Biochemistry, and Medical Clinical Lab, etc.

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National Sports University Imphal Faculty

National Sports University (NSU) has a strong qualified faculty infrastructure. Each of the sports departments of the university is flourished with eminent experts from supremely accomplished sports education. Their constant support along with their dedication and dignity have the university national and international exposure.

The university has a total of 17 qualified teaching experts from several sports specializations and out of these number 9 faculty members have Ph.D. degrees from recognized universities. The university also has 5 guest lecturers in different sports subjects.

  • HOD: 2
  • Assistant Professors: 15

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National Sports University Imphal FAQs

Ques. Can the Foreign students also take admission in this university?

Ans. Yes, the foreign students can also take admission in the university. The term “Foreign Students” refers to the Non-Residents Indians (NRI), Persons of Indian origin (PIO), and foreign candidates having citizenship of any foreign Nation.

Ques. Does the college hold the scope to pay the academic fees in installment?

Ans. National Sports University (NSU) follows the semester procedure for all academic courses. The students who are financially unstable can go for the installment basis to make the payment of the semester fees.

Ques. What is the seat intake for the courses at the National Sports University (NSU)?

Ans. The total seat intake in the University for Different Courses is mentioned below:
  • B.Sc. Sports Coaching: 50
  • BPES: 50
  • M.Sc. Sports Coaching: 30
  • MA Sports Psychology: 20

Ques. What should be the minimum age of candidates, to become eligible for the UG Programme at NSU?

Ans. The minimum age of a candidate to become eligible for the UG Programme in the NSU should be 17.

Ques. What is the reservation percentage in the NSU for SC/ST and OBC candidates?

Ans. There are certain reservations in the NSU for SC/ST and OBC candidates. For Scheduled Tribes, it is 7.5%, Scheduled castes 15%, and 27% for Other Backward Classes.