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Eligibility Criteria<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Guideline for Admission in B.P.E.S. (Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports), B.Sc. (Yoga) and M.Sc. (Yoga)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Eligibility criteria for Direct Admission<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Direct admission will be provided to outstanding sportspersons who have represented India or won medals in the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, South Asian Games, Commonwealth Youth Games, Asian Youth Games, World Championships, Asian Championships, Youth World Championships, or any other equivalent competition. Direct admission will also be provided to medallists in SGFI National Games, Khelo India Youth Games, Senior National Championships, Junior National Championships, Sub-Junior National Championships, or any other equivalent competition recognized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. Ten percent (10%) seats shall be reserved for direct admission in all courses for outstanding sportspersons who have achieved excellence in Olympic disciplines only. These seats shall be over and above the sanctioned intake capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Sports Weightage<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
      S. No.<\/th>Level of Competition<\/th>Maximum
      Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
      1.<\/strong><\/td>Position\/Participation in Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games\/ Asian Games and other recognized International Championship\/ Competition<\/td>Direct
      Admission\/40<\/td><\/tr>
      2.<\/strong><\/td>Position in SGFI National Games\/ Khelo-India Youth Games\/Senior\/Junior National and other recognized National Championship\/Competition<\/td>Direct
      Admission\/ 35<\/td><\/tr>
      3.<\/strong><\/td>Participation in SGFI National Games\/Khelo-India Youth Games\/Senior\/Junior National and other recognized National Championship\/Competition<\/td>30<\/td><\/tr>
      4.<\/strong><\/td>Positions in CBSE, KVS and NVS National and other recognized Championship\/Competition<\/td>25<\/td><\/tr>
      5.<\/strong><\/td>Participation in CBSE, KVS and NVS National and other recognized Championship\/Competition<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
      6.<\/strong><\/td>Positions in State and other recognized Championship\/Competition<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>1st Position<\/td>24<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>2nd Position<\/td>22<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>3rd Position<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>Participation in State and other recognized Championship<\/td>18<\/td><\/tr>
      7.<\/strong><\/td>Positions in Zonal\/Regional level and other recognized Championship\/Competition<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>1st Position<\/td>16<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>2nd Position<\/td>14<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>3rd Position<\/td>12<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>Participation in Zonal\/Regional level and other recognized<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
      8.<\/strong><\/td>Positions in District\/Cluster Level<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>1st Position<\/td>08<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>2nd Position<\/td>06<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>3rd Position<\/td>04<\/td><\/tr>
      <\/td>Participation in District\/Cluster level<\/td>02<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Admission Procedure<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        The admission process for the various programs comprises three components i.e. Physical Fitness Test, Sports Skill Proficiency Test and Sports Weightage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Procedure & overall Structure of Sports Skill Proficiency Test is cited below<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        S. No.<\/th>Composition\/Component<\/th>Note<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
        1.<\/strong><\/td>Game Skill Test<\/strong><\/td>Every candidate shall choose one Olympic discipline\/sport recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.<\/td><\/tr>
        2.<\/strong><\/td>Game Knowledge<\/strong><\/td>Game knowledge shall be assessed through observation during the skill test and\/or by asking relevant questions related to the chosen game\/sport.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Scheme of Selection<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
          S.No<\/th>Details<\/th>Maximum Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
          1.<\/strong><\/td>Physical Fitness Test (Annexure-XIII)<\/td>40<\/td><\/tr>
          2.<\/strong><\/td>Skill Proficiency Test<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
          3.<\/strong><\/td>Sports Weightage<\/td>40<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          Note:<\/strong> The merit shall be determined based on the aggregate of the candidate’s qualifying examination percentage, weightage after qualifying the Physical Fitness Test, Sports Skill Proficiency Test, and Sports Weightage.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Structure of Academic Programme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Each course offered under the National Education Policy (NEP)<\/strong> with the semester system shall be denoted in terms of credits. Each course\/subject in every programme of study shall carry a specified number of credits, which shall be awarded upon successful completion of the respective course\/subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Selection of Players (Direct Admission\/Sports Quota)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            The University will grant admission to talented players against the Sports Quota (as fixed from time to time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Note:<\/strong> All players admitted under the Sports Quota shall submit an undertaking to the Secretary, Sports Council, at the time of admission. In the undertaking, they must state that they will participate\/position in Inter-University\/National\/International Tournaments. Any student found not serious in practice or who does not participate in Inter-University tournaments shall be liable to have the concession withdrawn. In such cases, the University reserves the right to cancel the concession, and the student shall be required to pay the full fee applicable to regular students.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Co-Curricular & Extracurricular Activities<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              The University will promote cultural, social and other activities, by providing the students with an opportunity to participate in dramatics, debates, symposia, quiz competitions etc. The students are encouraged to get involved extensively in activities like NCC, Culture and Adventure Programs to develop leadership qualities and all-round personality development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Sports Participation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Sports are an integral part of the university’s academic program. University teams shall participate in various competitions and championships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. Awards and Incentives<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  To encourage and motivate outstanding sportspersons, the University shall reward position holders at the end of the academic session suitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Level of sports performance\/achievement<\/th>Academic Fee Concession<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                  First three positions in International, National, State, Inter-University\ufffeGames\/Championship\/ Competitions<\/strong><\/td>100%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Conduct of Special \/ Supplementary Examinations for Pursuing Talent Outside Academics<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Students participating in Inter-University, State, National, and International Sports & Games Tournaments\/Championships or students attending State\/National\/AIU Camps shall be permitted to appear in Special\/Supplementary<\/strong> Semester Examinations if the scheduled examination dates coincide with, or fall close to, the dates of their competitions\/tournaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    1. Discontinuation of scholarship and incentive<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                      Scholarship and incentives may be discontinued in case of decline in the sports performance and disciplinary grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      Guideline for Admission in PG Diploma in Sports Coaching and PG Diploma in Sports Journalism and Mass Communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                      1. Eligibility for Admission in PG Diploma in sports coaching<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Age and Other Criteria in PG Diploma in Sports Coaching and Sports Journalism and Mass Communication<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                          Particulars<\/th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                          Age Limit<\/td>Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years of age (Except for Sports Journalism and Mass Communication) as on the last date of application.<\/td><\/tr>
                          Medical Fitness<\/td>Submission of a Physical Fitness Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner is mandatory at the time of admission.<\/td><\/tr>
                          Employment Condition<\/td>Candidates employed on a full-time, part-time, contractual, or honorary basis must obtain leave from their employer for the entire duration of the programme and submit an undertaking\/affidavit at the time of admission. Any violation of this condition may result in cancellation of admission and other disciplinary action as per University rules.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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                          1. Allotment of Marks for Admission Criteria for PG Diploma in sports coaching<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            The final selection of candidates shall be based on a merit list prepared on the basis of marks obtained under the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            S. No.<\/th>Items<\/th>Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                            1.<\/strong><\/td>Educational Qualifications<\/td>05<\/td><\/tr>
                            2.<\/strong><\/td>Sports Achievements<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
                            3.<\/strong><\/td>Specialized Sports Theory Test (MCQ)<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
                            4.<\/strong><\/td>General Knowledge Theory Test (MCQ)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
                            5.<\/strong><\/td>Logical Reasoning & Coaching Aptitude (MCQ)<\/td>05<\/td><\/tr>
                            6.<\/strong><\/td>Language & Communication (MCQ)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
                            7.<\/strong><\/td>Basic Computer Knowledge (MCQ)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
                            8.<\/strong><\/td>Specialized Sports Skill Test<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
                            <\/td>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td>100<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                            Note: <\/strong>Trainees shall be shortlisted for the Written Test, General Fitness Test, and Specialized Sports Skill Test in a 1:3 ratio based on their total score. For this purpose, marks obtained in Educational Qualifications, Sports Achievements, and Admission Test Performance shall be considered.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            1. Allotment of Marks for Admission Criteria for PG Diploma in sports Journalism and Mass Communication<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
                              S. No.<\/th>Items<\/th>Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                              1.<\/strong><\/td>Educational Qualifications<\/td>05<\/td><\/tr>
                              2.<\/strong><\/td>Sports Achievements<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
                              3.<\/strong><\/td>General Knowledge Theory Test (MCQ)<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
                              4.<\/strong><\/td>Logical Reasoning & General Aptitude (MCQ)<\/td>15<\/td><\/tr>
                              5.<\/strong><\/td>Language & Communication (MCQ)<\/td>30<\/td><\/tr>
                              6.<\/strong><\/td>Basic Computer Knowledge (MCQ)<\/td>20<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
                              <\/td>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td>100<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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                              1. Marks for Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                Candidates possessing additional educational qualifications shall be awarded marks as per the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                Educational Qualification*<\/th>Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                                6-Week Certificate Course<\/td>Grade A: 02 Marks Grade B: 1.5 Marks Grade C: 01 Mark<\/td><\/tr>
                                B.P.Ed. \/ B.P.E. \/ Postgraduate Degree in any subject other than Physical Education<\/td>03<\/td><\/tr>
                                M.P.Ed. \/ MBA in Sports Management or PG Diploma in sports management<\/td>04<\/td><\/tr>
                                M.Phil. \/ Ph.D. in Physical Education or allied fields<\/td>05<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                                *Note:<\/strong> Only the highest educational qualification shall be considered for award of marks. The
                                qualification shall be considered only if the relevant supporting documents are submitted along with
                                the application form at the time of application.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                1. MARKS for SPORTS ACHIEVEMENTS<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                  Candidates possessing Sports Achievements shall be awarded marks as per the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                  Sr.
                                  No<\/th>                                  		Sports Achievements*<\/th>Marks
                                  Allotted<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner \u2013 Olympics<\/strong><\/td>20<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 World Championship\u2022 Grand Slam & World Cup (*FIFA or Equivalent)
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 Olympics<\/td>                                  		18<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 Asian Games\u2022 World Grand Prix & World Cup (Other Sports not equivalent to FIFA)
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 World Championship\u2022 Grand Slam & World Cup (FIFA or Equivalent)<\/td>                                  		16<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 Asian Championship\u2022 Commonwealth Games\u2022 Junior\/Youth World Championship\u2022 Junior\/Youth Olympic Games
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 World Grand Prix & World Cup (*Other Sports not equivalent to FIFA)\u2022 Asian Games<\/td>                                  		14<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 Commonwealth Games \u2022 World University Games\u2022 Asia Level Cup (Football or Equivalent)\u2022 Junior\/Youth Asian Games\/Championship\u2022 Junior\/Youth World Cup (<\/em>Football or Equivalent)\u2022 Cadet World Championships
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 Senior Asian Championship\u2022 Commonwealth Games\u2022 Junior\/Youth World Championship\u2022 Junior\/Youth Olympic Games<\/td>                                  		12<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 National Games\u2022 Asia Level Cup (Other Sports not equivalent to Football)\u2022 Junior\/Youth Commonwealth Games\/Championship <\/em>
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 Commonwealth Games \u2022 World University Games\u2022 Asia Level Cup (<\/em>Football or Equivalent)\u2022 Junior\/Youth Asian Games\/Championship\u2022 Junior\/Youth World Cup
                                  (*Football or Equivalent)\u2022 Cadet World Championships<\/td>                                  		10<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 World Military\/Police Games\u2022 BRICS\/SAARC\/SAAF Games or Championship\u2022 National Championship
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 National Games\u2022 Senior Asia Level Cup (*Other Sports not equivalent to Football)\u2022 Junior\/Youth Commonwealth Games\/Championship<\/td>                                  		08<\/td><\/tr>
                                  <\/td>Medal Winner:<\/strong>\u2022 All India Inter-University\u2022 Junior\/Youth BRICS\/SAARC\/SAAF Games\/Championship\u2022 Cadet Asian Championships\u2022 Khelo India University Games
                                  Participation:<\/strong>\u2022 World Military\/Police Games\u2022 BRICS\/SAARC\/SAAF Games or Championship\u2022 National Championship<\/td>                                  		06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                                  *Note:<\/strong> Only the highest Sports Achievement shall be considered for award of marks, subject to submission of the relevant supporting documents at the time of application<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  1. Syllabus for the Admission Test<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                    The Admission Test shall comprise the following components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                    a. Specialized Sports Theory Test<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    • Basic terminology and abbreviations related to the concerned sport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Technical rules and regulations of the sport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Specifications of play fields, courts, arenas, and equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    • Competition formats and tournament structures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                      b. General Knowledge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      • Current affairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Basic sports awareness at the National and International levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Sports awards and honours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Rural sports in the country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      • Sports promotion schemes and initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                        c. Logical Reasoning and Coaching Aptitude<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                        • Numerical reasoning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Relationship and sequential reasoning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Diagrammatic reasoning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Reasoning patterns of Intermediate standard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Fault finding and problem-solving ability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Analytical aptitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                          d. Language and Communication Test<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          • English grammar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Comprehension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Synonyms and antonyms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Language skills of Matriculation standard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • News\/Essay writing (Sports Journalism and Mass Communication)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                            e. Basic Computer Knowledge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                            • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and MS Excel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Computer terminology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Internet terminology and basic concepts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                              1. GENERAL FITNESS & SPORTS SKILL TESTS<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                (i) Candidates shall be required to undergo the General Fitness Test, which will be qualifying in nature and Sports-Specific Skill Test (20 Marks) as part of the admission process. Sports-Specific Skill Test shall carry weightage in the preparation of the overall merit list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                Note:- <\/strong>PG Diploma in Equestrianism shall be introduced, detailed information regarding the programme, including the admission process and other relevant guidelines, will be notified separately through the University’s official website.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                Eligibility Criteria Guideline for Admission in B.P.E.S. (Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports), B.Sc. (Yoga) and M.Sc. (Yoga) Direct admission will be provided to outstanding sportspersons who have represented India or won medals in the...<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4052","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4052","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4052"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4052\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4053,"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4052\/revisions\/4053"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsuniup.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4052"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}