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India to Launch National Coach Accreditation Board for Standardized Sports Training

A government Task Force has recommended creating a unified national framework for coach development in India. Its key proposal is the establishment of a National Coach Accreditation Board (NCAB) to set standards and oversee accreditation. The framework includes a tiered coaching pathway and mandates licensing, continuous professional development, and integration with national education and skills policies. The recommendations were presented by the Sports Minister in Parliament, aiming for uniform implementation across all states.

Key Points: National Coach Accreditation Board Recommended for India

  • Unified national coaching framework
  • National Coach Accreditation Board (NCAB)
  • Tiered licensing pathway from grassroots to elite
  • Integration with NSQF and NEP 2020
  • Mandatory licensing and continuous development
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Task Force recommends establishing National Coach Accreditation Board

A Task Force recommends a unified national framework for coach education, accreditation, and a tiered licensing pathway to standardize sports coaching in India.

"establishing a National Coach Accreditation Board (NCAB) as an apex authority - Task Force Report"

New Delhi, February 9

The Task Force on Unified Framework for Development of Coaching Ecosystem in India has recommended the creation of a unified national framework for coach education and accreditation. Its report to the Ministry calls for standardised coaching curricula, a tiered national coaching pathway from grassroots to elite levels, practice-oriented training, mandatory licensing, and Continuing Professional Development for coaches.

The recommendations also include integration with the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) and National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, performance-based evaluations, incentive structures, and measures to strengthen ethics, safety, and inclusivity in coaching. These reforms are intended for uniform implementation across all states, including Telangana and Madhya Pradesh, according to a PIB release.

The Task Force has recommended establishing a National Coach Accreditation Board (NCAB) as an apex authority responsible for setting national standards for coach education and accreditation, approving and monitoring coaching pathways, accrediting coach education institutions, designing a unified core curriculum across sports, overseeing licensing and renewal of coaches, and ensuring quality assurance and alignment with NSQF and NEP 2020.

The Task Force has recommended implementing a structured, tiered national coaching pathway covering Grassroots, Intermediate, Elite, and National Team coaches across the country, including in Telangana. The pathway also integrates community coaches and Physical Education (PE) teachers as feeder streams. Measures proposed include clearly defined entry and progression criteria at each level; a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) mechanism to facilitate transition of former elite athletes into coaching; bridge programmes to enable PE teachers to upskill without disrupting school responsibilities; and a five-star performance rating system linked to athlete development outcomes, advanced certifications and mentorship, which would provide access to higher-level assignments and incentives.

Implementation of the Task Force recommendations is in a phased manner. Initial steps, such as establishing NCAB and finalising the unified curriculum, are envisaged in the short term, followed by the rollout of licensing and tiered pathways.

This information was given by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha on Monday.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally! A proper pathway for PE teachers to upskill is so welcome. My brother is a PE teacher in a government school and has so much knowledge, but no formal coaching certification. The bridge programme mentioned could be a game-changer for thousands like him. Hope the implementation is smooth and not just another report.
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Rohit P
Good initiative on paper. My respectful criticism is about the "mandatory licensing". We have to be careful it doesn't become a bureaucratic nightmare or a money-making scheme for officials. The focus must remain on improving coaching quality, not just creating another layer of permits. The NCAB needs to be transparent.
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Sarah B
Integrating with NEP 2020 is a smart move. It shows a holistic approach to sports education, linking schools to elite pathways. The emphasis on ethics and safety is also crucial, especially for young athletes. Hope they include strong safeguards.
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Vikram M
Recognition of Prior Learning for former athletes is brilliant. So many champions retire and their experience is lost. This can channel that knowledge back into the system. But they must ensure the curriculum is practical, not just theoretical. Coaching is an art as much as a science.
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Kavya N
As a parent, I'm most happy about the "grassroots" focus mentioned. Real talent is spotted early. If coaches at that level are trained and accredited properly, we will build a much stronger foundation for Indian sports. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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