NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026: Apply for Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor & Non-Teaching Posts

NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 is now open, and it’s a solid opportunity for both academics and administrative professionals. National Sports University (NSU), Imphal, a Central University under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, has invited applications for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts, along with nine non-teaching positions including Deputy Controller of Examinations, Section Officer, and Physiotherapist. This drive falls under Advertisement No. 12/2026, and it’s a rare chance to join India’s only sports-focused Central University. Candidates must apply offline, and the hard copy application must reach NSU on or before 31 July 2026. Here’s everything you need to know — eligibility, pay level, application fee, and the exact steps to apply.

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NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026

• Notification Released: 22 June 2026
• Library Assistant Post Withdrawn: 24 June 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 31 July 2026

⚠️ The notification hasn’t announced an exam or interview date yet. Since NSU accepts only offline applications, postal delays can cost you the deadline — post your form well before the last week of July.

Vacancy Details

NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 covers a mix of teaching and non-teaching roles. Two posts — Assistant Librarian’s companion role, Library Assistant — have already been withdrawn, so don’t apply for that one.

Teaching Posts

Non-Teaching Posts

✅ Note: The Library Assistant post stands officially cancelled vide F.No. 34/NSU/ESTB/Recruit (NT)/885 dated 24 June 2026. Don’t submit an application for this post.

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Eligibility Criteria for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026

Eligibility differs sharply between the teaching cadre and the administrative cadre, so check your specific post carefully.

Educational Qualification — Teaching Posts

• Professor (Physical Education): A Master’s degree in Physical Education (M.P.Ed/M.P.E.S) with 55% marks, a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, at least 10 years’ teaching or research experience at Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor level, and a minimum of 10 research publications with a UGC research score of 120.
• Associate Professor (Sports Medicine): MD/DNB in Sports Medicine recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), or MS/MD with 2 years’ relevant experience, plus at least 4 years as Assistant Professor and two research publications as per NMC norms.
• Assistant Professor (Sports Coaching – Athletics): A Master’s degree with 55% marks in Sports Coaching, Sports Sciences, or an allied field, along with a Diploma or PG Diploma in Athletics Coaching. NET/SLET/SET is not required for this post.

Educational Qualification — Non-Teaching Posts

• Deputy Controller of Examinations: Master’s degree (55% marks) with 9 years’ experience as Assistant Professor at Academic Level 10 or above, or equivalent administrative/research experience.
• Assistant Librarian: Master’s in Library/Information Science (55% marks) with a qualifying NET/SLET/SET score.
• Section Officer: Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience as Assistant/ASO at Level 6, or 8 years as UDC at Level 4, in government or PSU service.
• Private Secretary: Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience as Personal Assistant; stenography speed of 120 wpm (English) or 100 wpm (Hindi) is desirable.
• Assistant Section Officer: Bachelor’s degree with 3 years as UDC at Level 4, or 3 years in administrative/finance roles.
• Physiotherapist: Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy with 4 years’ experience at a hospital of 100+ beds.
• Accountant: B.Com (2nd division) or M.Com/MBA with 3 years’ finance experience; knowledge of Tally and PFMS is required.
• Nursing Attendant: 10+2 with a Diploma in GNM/ANM and 2 years’ hospital experience; a B.Sc. Nursing qualification is desirable.

Age Limit (as on the last date of application)

For teaching posts, there’s no fixed entry-age cap — retirement follows standard UGC/Government of India superannuation norms instead. The notification doesn’t spell out category-wise age relaxation, so keep checking the official website for any corrigendum.

Application Fee

• Bank: HDFC Bank, Chingmeirong Branch
• Account Number: 50100366687337
• IFSC Code: HDFC0004744
• Account Name: National Sports University 01

💡 Pro Tip: The fee is non-refundable, and you must attach the transaction slip with your application. Applying for more than one post means submitting a separate form and separate fee for each.

NSU Imphal Salary and Pay Scale 2026

The notification gives pay levels under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix but doesn’t spell out exact in-hand figures or allowances like HRA and DA. You can check the applicable 7th CPC pay matrix table for your pay level to work out an estimated take-home salary.

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Selection Process

1. Screening of applications based on eligibility and documents submitted.
2. Written test and/or interview for shortlisted candidates.
3. Document verification — originals of all certificates must be produced at this stage.

The notification doesn’t specify the exact number of stages or a syllabus, so candidates should watch the official website for further communication. No TA/DA is paid for attending the test or interview, and candidates already in government service must bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Vigilance Clearance Certificate.

How to Apply for NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026

1. Download or prepare the application form as prescribed in the official notification.
2. Fill in all details completely and accurately.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your educational certificates, mark sheets, and experience letters.
4. Pay the ₹1,000 application fee (if applicable) and keep the transaction slip ready.
5. Send the hard copy by post to: The Registrar, National Sports University, 2nd Floor, Olympic Bhavan, Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, Imphal – 795001. You may also email an advance copy, but only a physical copy is valid for final consideration.
6. Write “Application for the post of ________” clearly on top of the envelope.
7. Make sure your hard copy application reaches NSU on or before 31 July 2026.

💡 Pro Tip: Since this is an offline recruitment, courier your form through a trackable service like Speed Post or registered post so you have proof of dispatch and delivery.

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Summing Up…

If you’ve been eyeing a Central University role that combines academics with India’s sports ecosystem, NSU Imphal Recruitment 2026 is worth your attention. With clearly defined pay levels under the 7th CPC and posts open across both teaching and administrative streams, this is a genuine Sarkari Naukri opportunity. Get your documents in order, pay the fee where applicable, and post your hard copy application well before 31 July 2026. Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by National Sports University, Imphal. GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.