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National Sports Board Selection Rules, 2026 Notified Under Sports Governance Act, 2025
Union Government notifies the National Sports Board (Search-cum Selection Committee) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The Rules provide for the Search-cum-Selection Committee composition for selecting members of the National Sports Board, which functions as the central authority for board recognition and compliance.
National Sports Board Rules, 2026 & National Sports Board (NSB):
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Legal basis | Rules established under National Sports Governance Act, 2025. |
| Search-cum-Selection Committee composition | Chaired by Cabinet Secretary; comprises Secretary (Sports), one person with experience in sports administration, and two recipients of national sports awards. |
| NSB composition | Chairperson and two other members. |
| NSB purpose | Central authority responsible for granting board recognition to National Sports Bodies and ensuring compliance. |
| NSB term | Mandates a term of 3 years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. |