Naveen Jindal Sports Academy
Founding Chancellor
Mr. Naveen Jindal
The Naveen Jindal Sports Academy (NJSA) fosters sporting excellence by providing world-class facilities, professional coaching, and holistic support for athletes. With infrastructure for football, cricket, basketball, tennis, athletics, badminton, squash, and more, the academy integrates fitness, nutrition, and mental conditioning into training.
NJSA empowers student-athletes to balance academics with high-performance sports and prepares them to excel at state, national, and international levels while instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
Unleash Your Potential in the World of Sports
At O. P. Jindal Global University (JGU), we believe in the holistic development of our students, and sports and recreation play a vital role in achieving that goal. Our campus provides a wide range of sports and recreational facilities catering to all levels, whether you are exercising to stay active, or to enhance your physical wellbeing, or even pursue your passions in competition.
Regardless of your skill level or interest, JGU offers opportunities for everyone to engage in sports and recreational pursuits. Discover your passion, hone your skills, and embrace a healthier and more active lifestyle on our campus.
The Naveen Jindal Sports Academy
Inaugurated in September 2025, the Naveen Jindal Sports Academy (NJSA) was established to support JGU’s intention of becoming a globally-recognised centre of excellence for sports training, education, and research, fostering the next generation of elite athletes, coaches, and sports professionals.
JGU established the NJSA in honour of the university’s Chancellor, Mr. Naveen Jindal, an active polo player, a national record holder in skeet shooting, and a prominent voice for the integration of sports into the education system.
The NJSA provides students with world-class facilities which support swimming, athletics, basketball, badminton, volleyball, shooting, squash, dance and yoga, combat sports, table tennis, snooker, pool, and an expansive gymnasium and physiotherapy centre to support overall health and wellbeing.
Sports Facilities
We boast a range of well-maintained outdoor sports fields and courts, featuring a cricket ground illuminated by powerful floodlights, dedicated football and hockey fields, multiple basketball, tennis, badminton, and volleyball courts, and a kabaddi and MMA practice arena. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or enjoy recreational play, JGU’s facilities provide ample opportunities to showcase your skills and participate in friendly matches, internal tournaments, or even compete for JGU’s official teams
Indoor Sports – the NJSA
The Naveen Jindal Sports Academy is the university’s citadel of sports. It is available to students, faculty and staff alike and caters for a wide range of fitness, recreational and competition needs across more than 15 different disciplines.
Sports & Recreation Programmes
Sports Leagues & Teams
The JGU Sports Society, in collaboration with the organising committee heads of each league, organises internal JGU leagues for all major sports. Students of all levels can participate in these leagues alongside university representative team members. Coaches and captains also coordinate daily team practices, friendly matches, and intra-college events, providing valuable opportunities for skill development and personal growth.
Inter-University Competitions
JGU actively participates in major inter-university sports tournaments, allowing competition-level athletes to represent the university and compete against other institutions. These events provide a platform to showcase your talent, foster team spirit, and build lasting friendships with fellow athletes.
Recreational Activities
In addition to competitive sports, we encourage recreational activities that promote leisure, relaxation, and overall wellbeing. From yoga and meditation classes to organised hikes and outdoor excursions, there are plenty of options to rejuvenate your mind and body outside of the sporting arena.
Sports Academies
JGU hosts sports academies led by experienced coaches and trainers in various disciplines. These academies offer specialised training programmes for individuals who wish to excel in specific sports, providing guidance and mentorship to help you reach your full athletic potential.
Elite Student Athlete Program
