The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has invited applications for the posts of chairperson and two members of the National Sports Board (NSB), marking a significant step towards strengthening governance and accountability in Indian sports.
The appointments will be made under the provisions of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025 and the National Sports Governance (National Sports Board) Rules, 2026. The selected candidates will be appointed by the Central Government based on the recommendations of a Search-cum-Selection Committee constituted under the relevant rules.
According to the Ministry, eligible candidates should be persons of integrity, ability, and standing, possessing knowledge or practical experience in areas such as public administration, sports governance, sports law, or related fields.
The National Sports Board has been established as a key regulatory body responsible for granting recognition to National Sports Bodies and ensuring their compliance with governance, financial, and ethical standards. The Board is expected to play a crucial role in promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance across the country’s sporting ecosystem.
The salary, allowances, and other service conditions of the Chairperson and Members will be governed by the provisions laid down in the National Sports Governance (National Sports Board) Rules, 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official online portal: https://sports.yas.gov.in/application_app.
The last date for submission of applications is July 22, 2026.
