Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior

Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior (LNIPE) was established in 1957 as the College of Physical Education and later attained deemed-to-be-university status in 1995 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Located in the historic city of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, this premier institution is named after Rani Lakshmibai, the legendary queen of Jhansi, symbolising courage, strength, and excellence. As a Central deemed university, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior operates under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, making it one of the most prestigious institutions for physical education and sports sciences in Asia. The institution holds recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is accredited with an 'A' Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior has consistently maintained its position as the leading institution for physical education in India, securing Rank 1 in NIRF 2025 Sports category. The institute offers comprehensive programmes across multiple levels, including Certificate Programmes in Yoga and Sports Coaching; Diploma Programmes in Sports Coaching; Undergraduate Programmes such as B.P.Ed. and B.Sc. in Sports Sciences; Postgraduate Programmes including M.P.Ed., M.Sc., and MBA in Sports Management; and Research Programmes leading to M.Phil. and PhD degrees in various specialisations of physical education and sports sciences.