National Sports University (NSU) recruitment 2026 has been announced by the National Sports University, Imphal, Manipur, a Central University under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. NSU has invited applications for various teaching and non-teaching posts, including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Controller of Examinations, Section Officer, Private Secretary and more. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline (with hard copy submission mandatory) on or before 31 July 2026. This article covers the complete NSU recruitment 2026 notification, including eligibility criteria, pay scale, application fee, selection process and the step-by-step application procedure.
NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | National Sports University (NSU) Imphal Manipur |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2026 |
| Notification Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Controller of Examinations, Assistant Librarian (withdrawn), Section Officer, Private Secretary, Assistant Section Officer, Physiotherapist, Accountant, Library Assistant (withdrawn), Nursing Attendant |
| Total Categories of Posts | Teaching: 3 posts; Non-Teaching: 9 posts (2 withdrawn) |
| Mode of Application | Offline (hard copy application mandatory; advance copy may be sent by email) |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Job Location | Imphal, Manipur |
| Official Website | www.nsu.ac.in |
Important Dates for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026
- Notification Release Date: 22 June 2026
- Withdrawal Notice for Library Assistant Post: 24 June 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application: 31 July 2026
The official notification does not mention a separate exam date or interview date at this stage. Candidates should keep visiting the official NSU website for updates on further selection stages.
NSU ImphalRecruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The National Sports University Imphal recruitment 2026 notification covers the following teaching and non-teaching posts.
Teaching Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Professor (Physical Education) | 01 (UR) | Academic Level 14 |
| Associate Professor (Sports Medicine) | 01 (UR) | Academic Level 13A |
| Assistant Professor (Sports Coaching – Athletics) | 01 (UR) | Academic Level 10 |
Non-Teaching Posts
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Controller of Examinations | 01 (UR) | Level 12 |
| Assistant Librarian | 01 (UR) | Academic Level 10 |
| Section Officer | 01 | Level 7 |
| Private Secretary | 01 | Level 7 |
| Assistant Section Officer | 01 | Level 6 |
| Physiotherapist | 01 | Level 6 |
| Accountant | 01 | Level 6 |
| Library Assistant | 01 | Level 1 |
| Nursing Attendant | 01 | Level 1 |
Important: The post of Library Assistant has been officially withdrawn/cancelled vide F.No. 34/NSU/ESTB/Recruit (NT)/885 dated 24 June 2026. Candidates should not apply for this post.
Eligibility Criteria for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026
Eligibility for NSU recruitment 2026 varies by post and includes educational qualification, relevant experience and, for most non-teaching posts, an upper age limit. Details for each post are given below.
Educational Qualification
Teaching Posts
- Professor (Physical Education): Master's Degree in Physical Education (M.P.Ed) or Master in Physical Education and Sports (M.P.E.S) with minimum 55% marks; Ph.D. in a concerned/allied discipline with published work; minimum 10 years of teaching/research experience as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor; minimum 10 research publications with a research score of 120 as per UGC Regulations 2018. Alternatively, an outstanding professional with a Ph.D. and 10 years of relevant experience may also apply.
- Associate Professor (Sports Medicine): MD/DNB (Sports Medicine) recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), or MS (Orthopaedics)/MD (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) with at least 2 years' experience in Sports Medicine; minimum 4 years' experience as Assistant Professor in a related field at an NMC-recognized institution; at least two research publications as per NMC norms; completion of Basic Course in Medical Education Technology (MET) and Basic Course in Biomedical Research (BMR).
- Assistant Professor (Sports Coaching – Athletics): Master's degree with 55% marks in Sports Coaching or a relevant/allied subject, OR M.P.Ed./M.Sc. (Sports Sciences)/M.S.S./M.P.E.S. with 55% marks plus a Diploma/PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Athletics. NET/SLET/SET is not required for the Sports Coaching discipline.
Non-Teaching Posts
- Deputy Controller of Examinations: Master's Degree with at least 55% marks; minimum 9 years' experience as Assistant Professor at Academic Level-10 and above with experience in educational administration, OR comparable research/higher-education experience, OR at least 5 years as Assistant Registrar or equivalent at Level-10.
- Assistant Librarian: Master's Degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation Science with at least 55% marks and a consistently good academic record; must qualify NET/SLET/SET or an equivalent UGC-approved national-level test.
- Section Officer: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline; three years' experience as Assistant/Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in Level 6, or eight years as UDC in Level 4, in a Central/State Government body, university, PSU or autonomous institution; proficiency in computer operation, noting and drafting.
- Private Secretary: Bachelor's Degree; three years' experience as Personal Assistant in a Central/State Government, university, research establishment or PSU; knowledge of computer applications. Desirable: stenography speed of 120 wpm (English) or 100 wpm (Hindi).
- Assistant Section Officer: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline; three years' experience as UDC in Level 4 in a Government/PSU/autonomous body, OR three years in administrative/academic/finance roles (two years in a higher-education institution); proficiency in typing, computer applications, noting and drafting.
- Physiotherapist: Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized university; four years' experience in physiotherapy at a government or recognized hospital with at least 100 beds.
- Accountant: B.Com with at least second division, or M.Com/MBA; three years' experience in finance and accounts in a Government/PSU/autonomous body or higher-education institution; knowledge of Tally, PFMS and other financial software.
- Library Assistant (Withdrawn): This post has been cancelled; qualification details are no longer applicable.
- Nursing Attendant: 10+2 or equivalent; Diploma in GNM/ANM or equivalent; two years' experience in a government or recognized hospital with 100 beds. B.Sc. Nursing is desirable.
Age Limit
The official notification specifies age limits only for select non-teaching posts, as shown below. For teaching posts, age of superannuation follows UGC/Government of India norms rather than a fixed upper age limit at entry.
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Section Officer | 45 Years |
| Private Secretary | 45 Years |
| Assistant Section Officer | 40 Years |
| Physiotherapist | 35 Years |
| Accountant | 35 Years |
| Nursing Attendant | 30 Years |
The notification does not specify age relaxation details for reserved categories; candidates are advised to check the official website for any updates or corrigenda.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Professor (Physical Education) | Academic Level 14 |
| Associate Professor (Sports Medicine) | Academic Level 13A |
| Assistant Professor (Sports Coaching – Athletics) | Academic Level 10 |
| Deputy Controller of Examinations | Level 12 |
| Assistant Librarian | Academic Level 10 |
| Section Officer | Level 7 |
| Private Secretary | Level 7 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Level 6 |
| Physiotherapist | Level 6 |
| Accountant | Level 6 |
| Library Assistant | Level 1 |
| Nursing Attendant | Level 1 |
The notification specifies pay levels as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix but does not mention exact in-hand salary figures or allowances. Candidates can refer to the applicable 7th CPC pay matrix table for the corresponding pay level to estimate the actual salary.
Application Fee
All applicants are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,000/- per post. SC/ST/PWD candidates and women candidates are exempted from the application fee.
- Bank: HDFC Bank, Chingmeirong Branch
- Account Number: 50100366687337
- IFSC Code: HDFC0004744
- Account Name: National Sports University 01
Candidates must enclose the transaction slip for the fee deposited along with the application form. Those applying for more than one post must submit separate applications with the prescribed fee for each post.
Selection Process
The official notification indicates that shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test/interview, and originals of all certificates must be produced at that stage. Specific details on the number of stages, syllabus or exam pattern are not mentioned in the notification. Candidates already in government service must apply through proper channel and produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Vigilance Clearance Certificate before or at the time of interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the test/interview.
Required Documents
- Duly completed application form in the prescribed format
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets
- Self-attested copy of matriculation/SSC certificate as proof of date of birth (only accepted document for DOB verification)
- Experience certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Physical disability certificate (if applicable)
- Transaction slip for the application fee
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Vigilance Clearance Certificate (for candidates already in service)
- Equivalence certificate from AIU (for degrees from foreign universities, where applicable)
How to Apply for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026
- Download or obtain the prescribed application form as per the official notification.
- Fill out the application form completely and accurately.
- Attach self-attested scanned/photocopies of all required testimonials, certificates and supporting documents.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1,000/- (if applicable) and enclose the transaction slip.
- Send the completed hard copy application by post to: The Registrar, National Sports University, 2nd Floor, Olympic Bhavan, Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, Imphal – 795001, or submit an advance copy by email to [email protected].
- Mention "Application for the post of ________________" on top of the envelope.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the University on or before 31 July 2026. Applications sent only by email without a corresponding hard copy will not be considered.
Important Instructions
- Candidates are solely responsible for assessing their own eligibility before applying.
- Suppression of facts or submission of fake documents will lead to disqualification, even after appointment.
- Qualification and experience will be reckoned as on the last date of submission; no later updates will be entertained.
- Time taken to acquire M.Phil./Ph.D. will not be counted as teaching/research experience.
- Good academic record means at least 2nd class with 50% marks at the graduation level.
- Candidates already employed must apply through proper channel and may submit an advance copy.
- Call letters for interviews will be sent only by email and also displayed on the official website.
- The University reserves the right to increase, decrease, fill, or not fill any advertised post without assigning any reason.
- Selected candidates will be appointed under a written contract as per University norms and governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS).
- Any updates, corrigenda or addenda will be published only on the official NSU Imphal website.
Important Links
The complete official notification (Advt. No. 12/2026) detailing all posts, eligibility and terms is available on the official NSU Imphal website. As a direct downloadable link was not provided in the source document, candidates should check the careers/recruitment section of the official website below for the notification PDF.
Download NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 Official notification pdf