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Centre Notifies National Sports Board Selection Rules 2026 for Transparent Governance

The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced the notification of the National Sports Board (Search-cum-Selection Committee) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The rules empower the government to form a committee chaired by the Cabinet Secretary to recommend candidates for the board's leadership. This committee will select individuals with expertise in sports administration, law, and public governance. The move initiates the process to establish the National Sports Board as the central authority for recognizing sports bodies and enforcing compliance standards.

Key Points: National Sports Board Selection Rules 2026 Notified by Centre

  • Search-cum-Selection Committee formed
  • Chaired by Cabinet Secretary
  • Recommends board chairperson & members
  • Ensures governance & ethical standards
  • Part of National Sports Governance Act 2025
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Centre notifies National Sports Board (Search-cum-Selection Committee) Rules, 2026

Union Govt notifies rules for Search-cum-Selection Committee to appoint National Sports Board chairperson & members for better sports governance.

"The Union Government has notified the National Sports Board (Search-cum-Selection Committee) Rules, 2026 - Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports"

New Delhi, January 8

The Union government has notified the National Sports Board Rules 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said on Thursday.

A statement from the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced, "The Union Government has notified the National Sports Board (Search-cum Selection Committee) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025."

The notification empowers the Central Government to constitute a Search-cum-Selection Committee chaired by the Cabinet Secretary and comprising the Secretary (Sports), one person with experience in sports administration, and two recipients of national sports awards.

The Committee is tasked to recommend a panel of names for the positions of Chairperson and two members of the board, from among persons of ability, integrity and standing, having knowledge or practical experience in the field of public administration, sports governance, sports law and other related fields.

The National Sports Board (Search-cum-Selection Committee) Rules, 2026 will set in motion the process of selection of Chairperson and Members of the National Sports Board, which will act as the central authority responsible for granting board recognition to National Sports Bodies and ensuring compliance with governance, financial and ethical standards.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good step on paper. But will it break the old boys' club in sports federations? The real test is who gets selected. We need people who prioritize athlete welfare over politics. Fingers crossed.
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Rohit P
More committees, more rules. When will we see results on the ground? Our athletes need better facilities, coaches, and funding. Hope this board focuses on that and not just governance paperwork.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows sports administration, this is a significant move. The inclusion of "sports law" as a criteria is very forward-thinking. India needs professional governance to become a true sporting powerhouse.
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Vikram M
The intent is good, but the committee is chaired by the Cabinet Secretary and has a government secretary. Will it have enough independence? We need sports to be run by sports professionals, not just bureaucrats. A respectful criticism.
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Kavya N
This is promising! Hope they select people who understand the struggles of athletes from smaller towns and non-cricket sports. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Our athletes deserve the best support system.

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