National Sports University
Central university in India with specialization in sports
National Sports University is a central university, located in Manipur, India with specialization in sports. The designated location is near the village of Koutruk in the Imphal West district. It is currently operating from a temporary campus in Imphal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid foundation stone for National Sports University on 16 March 2018. Courses offered are
Bachelor of Physical Education & Sports, B.Sc., M.Sc.
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