The Department of Physical Education Pedagogy is continuously striving for excellence in Physical Education by improving its faculty in terms of qualification, commitment and innovation, updated curriculum; teaching processes and technology. The PEP department is one of the oldest and founder department of the institution, and it is among the pioneer Physical Education Departments in India.

In the initial phase of the institution the department was started with the Three years Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE – 1957) and two years Master of Physical Education (MPE) in 1963. The duration of the Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.E.) course was initially of three years. To bring it at par with other professional degree courses, as also match the International standards, the duration of the course was extended to four years integrated course and the course was renamed as Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) Integrated. Currently the department holds the maximum enrollment of the students in the institute.   

The vision of the Department of Physical Education Pedagogy is to facilitate research and scholarly enquiry, the preparation of quality professionals, and the provision of services in Health, Physical Education and Recreation. We embrace lifelong opportunities for discovery, learning and participation that contribute to healthy lifestyle. 

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The Department of Sports Biomechanics caters to the need of students in the area of analysis of human movements and sports techniques. Stress is laid on the development of in-depth knowledge in the area of science of sports techniques and its practical application. The graduates, after passing this course shall be able to analyse the efficiency of human movement and provide scientific backup in the area of sports techniques.

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Exercise Physiology is the study of biological and biochemical processes associated with exercise and overload that affect the underlying function of cells and organ systems in the human body. Exercise physiology is a rapidly evolving field that is becoming increasingly important in wellness, care of sports persons and the delivery of health care. Exercise physiologists work to prevent or delay the onset of chronic disease in healthy participants or to provide therapeutic or functional benefits to patients with known diseases. The aim of the Department is to prepare qualified professionals at different levels to promote health and quality of life through the use of appropriate physical activity and lifestyle behaviours.

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The Department aims to disseminate knowledge and proficiency in health care, fitness, total health through different courses by adopting a multidisciplinary approach. The objective is to re-orient the physical education professionals and other graduates in the field of health and fitness so as to generate vocational opportunities and provide services to the society for wellness and quality living.

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Sport psychology is the scientific study of people and their behaviour in a sport and exercise setting. The aim of Sport Psychology is 1) to understand the effects of psychological factors on physical performance; and 2) to understand the effects of participating in physical activity on psychological development, health and well-being. The application of this understanding to real life cases is the essence of Sport Psychology.

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The main object is to prepare high quality sport managers , coaches, physical fitness trainers, sports journalist and event managers in various games/sports with micro specializations, in order to cater to the ever-increasing demand of the society and to uplift the standard of Indian sports.

Apart from the Masters’ Programme the Department offers 2-semester Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Coaching (PGDSC) and Diploma in Sports Coaching (DSC) for developing competency and enhancing skills of the participants in the field of sports coaching. The Department also offer 2-semester Post Graduate Diploma in Fitness Management (PGDFM), Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management (PGDSM) and Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Journalism (PGDSJ) .

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The Department offers 4-semester M.A. in Yoga and 2-semester Post Graduate Diploma in Yogic Education (PGDYE) for developing competency and enhancing skills in the field of Yoga. The main object is to prepare high quality Yogic experts with micro specialization, in order to cater to the ever-increasing demand of the society and to uplift the standard of Indian sports.

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