Swarnim Gujarat Sports University

Swarnim Gujarat Sports University, established in 2011, is India's first sports university located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It was created through the Gujarat State Legislature Act to promote sports education, training, and research in the country. As a State university, it operates under the Government of Gujarat and has been recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university sprawls across a modern campus designed specifically to integrate sports training with academic excellence, offering world-class infrastructure for athletes and students pursuing sports-related careers. The university offers a comprehensive range of programmes across various levels, including Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes in sports science, physical education, sports management, sports journalism, physiotherapy, and yoga. The institution focuses on creating a holistic ecosystem where students can excel both academically and athletically. Admission to various programmes is conducted through entrance examinations and merit-based selection processes, depending on the programme level and specialisation. Swarnim Gujarat Sports University has emerged as a pioneering institution in sports education in India, contributing significantly to the development of sports culture and producing skilled professionals in sports management, coaching, sports medicine, and allied fields.