(Note: Suggestions are invited for considering nomenclature of the programme to differentiate from the present programme)

EXISTING NORMS Preamble a) The Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) programme is meant for candidates desirous of pursuing post-graduate programme in physical education, and for preparing a professional cadre of physical education teachers at the senior secondary level as well as teacher educators in Colleges of Physical Education and University Departments of Physical Education. b) Only University Departments or institutions offering B.P.Ed. programme are eligible to offer M.P.Ed. course. Duration and Intake a)The M.P.Ed. programme shall be of a duration of two academic years. b)The intake of students shall not exceed 30. Preamble RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE WORKSHOP

Annexure-E NORMS AND STANDARDS FOR MASTER IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME (M.P.Ed.)

a) The Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) programme is meant for candidates desirous of pursuing post-graduate programme in physical education, and for preparing a professional cadre of physical education teachers at the senior secondary level as well as teacher educators in Colleges of Physical Education and University Departments of Physical Education. b) Only University Departments or institutions offering B.P.Ed. programme are eligible to offer M.P.Ed. course. Duration and Intake c)The M.P.Ed. programme shall be of a duration of two academic years. d)The intake of students shall not exceed 30.

Eligibility a) Candidates with B.P.Ed. at least 50% marks or B.P.E. course (or its equivalent), of 3 year duration with at least 50% marks are eligible for admission. b) Admission shall be made either on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination or in the entrance examination conducted by the University/State Government, as per the policy of State Government/University to which the institution is affiliated.

Eligibility a)Candidates with B.P.Ed. with at least 50% marks or 3/4 years Bachelor Course in Physical Education with at least 50% marks, are eligible for admission. b)Admission shall be made on the basis of marks obtained in the entrance examination conducted by the University/State Government, as per the policy of the State Government University to which the institution is affiliated. c)There shall be reservation of seats for SC/ST/women, as per the rules of the State/Central Government, as the case may be.

c) There shall be reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC, Handicapped, Women, etc. as per the rules of the concerned Note: Due to the nature of the course, handicapped persons must not State Government. have any reservation for admission.

Curriculum Transaction and Requirement of Teaching Staff a) There shall be at least 180 teaching days in a year exclusive of period of admission, examination, etc. for instruction, field work and internship in a school. b) For a unit of 30 students or less (with combined strength of 60 or less for the two year course), the teaching faculty shall comprise of the a Head in the rank of Professor/Reader, and 4 Readers/Lecturers. c) Each M.P.Ed. student shall be associated with the supervisors of the internship programme of B.P.Ed. students for acquiring experience of organizing and supervising internship-in-teaching programme. d) Part-time coaches for specializations offered, other than those covered by full-time teachers and a medical officer, shall be appointed.

Curriculum Transaction and Requirement of Teaching Staff a)There shall be at least 180 teaching days in each academic year exclusive of period of admission and examination, etc. for instruction, field work and internship in a school. b)80% attendance shall be compulsory for every candidate to give their exams in each year. c)For an intake of 30 student or less (with combined strength of 60 or less for the 2 year course) the teaching faculty shall comprise of six teachers which includes one Professor, two Reader and three lecturers. d)Each M.P.Ed. Students shall be associated with the supervisors of the internship programme for acquiring experience of organizing and supervising internship-in-teaching programme. e)Part time coaches for specializations offered, other than those covered by full-time teachers and a medical officer, shall be appointed.

Qualification of Teaching Staff a) Professor M.P.Ed. or M.P.E. Ph.D. or equivalent published work At least 10 years experience of teaching in M.P.Ed./M.P.E. programmes. Or An outstanding scholar with established reputation who has made significant contribution to knowledge. b) Reader Good Academic record with M.P.Ed./M.P.E. with at least 55% marks Ph.D. or equivalent published research work At least 5 years experience of team in B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed./M.P.E. Programmes. c) Lecturer Good academic record with M.P.Ed./M.P.E. with 55% marks. d) A relaxation of 5% may be provided, from 55% to 50% of the marks, at the Masters level for SC/ST category. e) Apart from the qualification prescribed at (a), (b) and (c) above, the candidates shall be required to have such other qualifications as may be prescribed by other regulatory bodies like the University Grants Commission (UGC), etc. f) Qualifications for coaches/medical officer shall be such as may [

Qualification of Teaching Staff a)Professor As per U.G.C. Norms b)Reader As per U.G.C. Norms c)Lecturer As per U.G.C. Norms d)Qualifications for coaches/medical officer shall be as prescribed by the concerned affiliating university/UGC/MCI.

Administrative Staff

Administrative Staff

The minimum requirement of administrative and other The administrative and other support staff may be provided as per the norms prescribed by the concerned State Government/ supporting staff should be as follows: affiliating University. Designation Minimum Desirable Requirement Librarian/Assistant 1 1+1 Librarian Attendant 1 2 Lab. Assistant/ Lab. 2 2+3 Attendant Technical Assistant 1 2 (Computer) Peon/Attendant 1 2 Sweeper 2 3 Groundsmen-cum4 8 marker P.A. to 1 1 Head/Principal Office Superintendent 1 1 Accountant/ Cashier 1 1+1 Clerk 1 2 Store keeper 1 1

Infrastructural Facilities a) There shall be provision for adequate number of classrooms, and one multi-purpose hall of size essential for conducting instructional activities for the 30 students, room for the Principal, faculty members, office-cum-store for the administrative staff. The size of instructional space shall not be less than 10 sq. ft. per student. b) There shall be a library equipped with adequate number of text and reference books related to the prescribed courses of study, educational encyclopedia, year books, electronic publications (CD-ROMs) and journals on physical education and related subjects, and other software relevant thereto. c) There shall be adequate equipment for various indoor and outdoor sports and games. d) There shall be adequate equipment for various indoor and outdoor sports/games.

Infrastructural and Instructional Facilities (for 100 Students) a) Space and Buildings Land Area and Location The minimum space required for a physical education teacher education institution includes space for institutional building and playgrounds. Land Area : 8 Acres (5 acres for play fields and for 3 acres for building) The institution should be located in a noise-free area. It should be relatively pollution free. There should be satisfactory transportation and communication facilities with availability of water and electricity. b) Academic Area i) Class rooms : 4 (50 sq.m.) One room for every 50 students ii) Multi-purpose Hall : 1 (150 sq.m.) iii) Health Education Lab : 1 (30 sq.m.) iv) Educational-Technology Lab. : 1 (30 sq.m.) v) Health & Fitness Lab. : 1 (30 sq.m.) vi) Physio-therapy Lab.: 1 (30 sq.m.) vii) Sports Psychology lab. : 1 (30 sq.m.) viii) Bio-mechanics Lab & Media Lab. : 1 (30 sq.m.) ix) Sports Medicine Lab.: 1 (30 sq.m.) x) Computer & IT Lab : 1 (30 sq.m.) 10 computer with internet facility xi) Library books/Journal worth 20,000/- each year : 1 (50 sq.m.)

[ Note: All the Labs should be adequately equipped. (List attached at

Terms and Conditions of Service of Staff a) The appointment of staff shall be made on the basis of recommendations of the Selection Committee constituted as per the policy of the Central / concerned State Government/ Affiliating University, whichever is applicable. b) All appointments are to be made on full-time and regular basis. c) Government institutions/ Government-aided institutions, may make appointments on deputation or contract basis as an interim measure in the absence of availability of suitable candidates recommended by appropriate bodies set up by the concerned government. d) Appointment of part-time instructor/coach/teacher and other staff can be made as per the norms of the concerned Government. e) The academic and other staff of the institution including parttime staff shall be paid such salary as may be prescribed by the concerned State Government /University from time to time. f) The management of the institution shall discharge the statutory obligations relating to pension, gratuity, provident fund, etc. g) The age of superannuation of the staff shall be determined by the policy of the concerned Government subject to maximum age not exceeding 65 years.

Terms and Conditions of Service of Staff a)The appointment shall be made on the basis of recommendations of the Selection Committee constituted as per the policy of the Central/concerned State Government/ Affiliating University, whichever is applicable. b)Appointments are to be made full time on regular basis. c)Government Institutions/Government-aided institutions, may make appointments on deputation or contract basis as an interim measure, in the absence of availability of suitable candidates recommended by appropriate bodies set up by the concerned government bodies/UGC. d)Appointment of part-time instructors and other staff can be made as per the norms of the concerned Government bodies/UGC. e)The academic and other staff of the institution (including parttime staff) shall be paid such salary as may be prescribed by the concerned State Government/University from time to time. f)The management of the institution shall discharge the statutory obligations relating to pension, gratuity, provident fund, etc. g)The age of superannuation of staff shall be determined by the policy of the concerned Government subject to maximum age not exceeding 62 years.

Financial Management a)The tuition fees and other fees shall be charged at the rates as prescribed by the concerned University/ State Government/UT. b)In case of un-aided institutions there shall be an endowment fund of Rs. 5.00 lakh to be operated jointly by the authorized representative of the management and an officer of the concerned Regional Committee, and a reserve fund equivalent to three months salary of the staff. Registration by NCTE Not Specified

Financial Management a)The tuition fees and other fees shall be charged at the rates as prescribed by the concerned University/ State Government/UT. b)In case of private and un-aided institutions there shall be an endowment fund of Rs. 5.00 lakh to be operated jointly by the authorized representative of the management and an officer of the concerned Regional Committee, and a reserve fund equivalent to three months salary of the staff.] Registration by NCTE Each student must have a registration certificate from NCTE after passing M.P.Ed. as NCTE registered post graduate physical education teacher.

SCHEME OF EXAMINATION MPE-PREVIOUS PART-A THEORY (WRITTEN PAPER):

Pa SUBJECTS Max. Sessional Aggregate pe Marks Pass Marks r N o. Compulsory Papers 1. Research Methods 80 20 45 2. Applied Statistics & Computer 60 Application 80 20 45 Practical 20 Optional Subject (Any two) 3. Sports Biomechanics 60 80 20 45 Practical 20 4. Sports Sociology 80 20 45 5. Health Education 80 20 45 6. Sports Management 80 20 45 7. Curriculum Design & Programme 80 20 45 Planning 8. Adaptive Physical Education 80 20 45 TOTAL 320 80 180 Note : 1. Optional papers are subject to the availability of faculty. 2. Three Credit Hours per subject per week will be awarded as per UGC Norms.

PART-B SPORTS SPECIALIZATION:

Pa pe r N o. 1. 2. 3. SUBJECTS/AREA Max. Marks Sessional Max. Marks Aggregate Pass Marks

Theory Written Paper (External) Practical of the Game Project (External/Internal) TOTAL

40 40 40 180

10 10 10 30

23 23 23 69

Note : 1. Three Credit Hours per subject per week will be awarded as per UGC Norms.

SCHEME OF EXAMINATION MPE-FINAL PART-A THEORY (WRITTEN PAPER):

Pa SUBJECTS Max. Sessional Aggregate pe Marks Pass r Marks N o. Compulsory Subjects 1. Science of Sports Training 80 20 45 2. Measurement and Evaluation in 80 20 45 Physical Education Optional Subjects (Any Two) 3. Sports Psychology 60 80 20 45 Practical 20 3. Exercise Physiology 60 80 20 45 Practical 20 4. Athletes Care & Rehabilitation 60 (Sports Medicine) 80 20 45 Practical 20 7. Sports Journalism 80 20 45 8. Thesis 80 20 45 TOTAL 320 80 180 Note : 1. Optional papers are subject to the availability of faculty. 2. Three Credit Hours per subject per week will be awarded as per UGC Norms.

PART-B SPORTS SPECIALIZATION:

Pa pe r N o. 1. 2. 2. SUBJECTS Max. Marks Sessional Max. Marks Aggregate Pass Marks

Theory Written Paper (External) Practical of the Game Coaching Lesson TOTAL

40 40 40 180

10 10 10 30

23 23 23 69

Note : 1. Three Credit Hours per subject per week will be awarded as per UGC Norms.