National Sports University (NSU) : Ranking, Admissions 2026-27, Courses, Fees, Placements, Scholarship

Imphal West, Manipur

College Type
Central University
Co-Ed Status :
Co-Education
Minority Status :
Non Minority

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National Sports University (NSU) Facilities Details

National Sports University (NSU) in Imphal West, Manipur, employs a compact yet highly qualified faculty specializing in sports sciences, coaching, physical education, and related disciplines. Established as India's premier sports university in 2018, its teaching staff combines advanced academic credentials with practical coaching experience to mentor athlete-students effectively. The faculty emphasizes hands-on training aligned with national sports development goals.

Faculty Qualifications and Experience

Most faculty hold Ph.D.s or M.Phil degrees in physical education, sports psychology, or coaching, supplemented by UGC-NET qualifications, NIS diplomas in specific sports, and industry certifications like ISSF coaching licenses.
Many bring 5-15 years of experience as coaches at state/national levels, including roles with Sports Authority of India (SAI), international competitions, and university teams in sports like volleyball, football, shooting, and weightlifting.
This blend ensures expertise in both theory and elite athlete training.

Student-Faculty Ratio

NSU maintains a favorable ratio of approximately 15:1, enabling personalized coaching and skill development for its 500+ students across niche programs.
This low ratio supports intensive practical sessions, sports trials, and research supervision, particularly beneficial for athlete-scholars balancing academics with competitions.

Teaching Methods

Faculty employ interactive methods like practical sports drills, video analysis of athlete performances, simulation-based coaching, and field trips to SAI centers.
Classroom sessions integrate sports psychology modules, data-driven performance analytics using software tools, and guest lectures from Olympians.
There is also a provision of blended learning via online platforms supplements during monsoons or regional events.

Key Faculty List

Below is a compiled list of prominent faculty from NSU's departments, drawn from official profiles.

Name	Designation	Qualifications	Department
Dr. Shyam Sundar Rath	Dean/Associate Professor	Ph.D., M.A. (Phy. Edu.), UGC-NET	Sports Coaching/PE
Dr. N. Amitrasen Singh	Asst. Professor (HoD i/c)	Ph.D., M.P.Ed., UGC-NET, B.P.Ed.	Physical Education
Dr. S. Vinay Kumar Singh	Asst. Professor	Ph.D., M.P.Ed., UGC-NET	Physical Education
Dr. Harish Kumar Tiwari	Asst. Professor	Ph.D., M.Phil., M.P.Ed., UGC-NET	Physical Education
Dr. Viswanathan J.	Asst. Professor	Ph.D., M.P.Ed., M.Phil., NIS (Basketball)	Physical Education
Mr. Sorokhaibam Premananda Singh	Asst. Professor	Ph.D. (Sports Psychology)	Physical Education/Sports Science
Ms. Ningthoujam Debala Chanu	Asst. Professor	Ph.D., M.Phil. (Clinical Psy.)	Sports Psychology
Mr. Keisham Ravi Shankar	Asst. Professor	M.P.Ed., Coaching Diploma	Sports Coaching
Dr. A. Yuvaraj	Asst. Professor	Ph.D., M.P.Ed., M.Sc. (Yoga), SET	Physical Education
Mr. Hito Swu	Asst. Professor	M.P.Ed., ISSF Coach/Judge License	Sports Coaching

Additional Faculty Insights

Several faculty contribute to placement cells and research, such as Dr. M. Surchand Singh and Dr. Kuldeep Singh in sports psychology, enhancing student career readiness.
The team actively publishes in journals on exercise physiology and sports biomechanics, while coaching NSU's inter-university teams.
Ongoing recruitment in 2025-26 aims to expand the roster for new programs like sports management.

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